JOHN JOSEPH LYONS

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JOHN JOSEPH LYONS

March 28, 1946 - September 30, 2025

John passed away peacefully September 30, 2025 at Riverview Health Centre, Palliative Care, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Born in Winnipeg, John is predeceased by his parents, Martin Lyons and Rose Lyons (nee McGavock), and his loving wife Janet Taylor. He is survived by his brother Martin, sister Rose and family, and his brother Kevin (Sherry), and in-laws, Jill Taylor-Brown (Allen Brown), Jackie McGowan (Ross), Jay Taylor, and their families, and John’s loving companion Gail Lavallee.

John was educated at Saint Paul’s High School in Winnipeg. He graduated with a BA in Philosophy from Western University in London, Ontario.

In 1976 John was hired by St. Andrews Place Inc. to manage their new urban housing complex. When other groups approached St. Andrews to see about managing their properties S.A.M. Management Inc. was created. John became the General Manager for S.A.M. until retiring in 2001, after 25 years of service. John continued to consult for other non-profits upon his retirement.

John's and Janet’s love for horses led them to purchase land on McGillivray Blvd. where they started Prairie View Stables, caring for many horses over the years. They spent happy hours riding, and teaching young nephews and nieces to ride.

We wish to thank the nurses and doctors at Riverview Health Centre for their kindness and care of John over the past weeks of his life.

The family will be holding a private Celebration of Life.

In remembrance of John, charitable donations may be made to CancerCare or the charity of your choice.

Tributes: www.thomsoninthepark.com

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 11, 2025