Obituaries

Kenneth Lyons, Sr.: Navy Vet, Corning Glass Retiree

Kenneth Lyons, Sr., 85, formerly of Central Falls, passed away on Saturday Sept. 21, 2013, according to Winfield and Sons Funeral Home.

He was the beloved husband of the late Pauline (Belanger) Lyons for 61 years until her death in 2010. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late John F Lyons Sr. and the late Mildred (Hoddy) Lyons. 

Lyons was a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the Masons for many years. After his military service, he was a longtime employee of Corning Glass in Central Falls till his retirement. 

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He is survived by his son Kenneth J Lyons Jr. and his wife Michele of Smithfield, Son-in-law Edward Fitzgeraldof Central Falls, Two Grandchildren; Penny Solderi, Jason Fitzgerald, and three great grandchildren. He was the father of the late Karen Fitzgerald. For his full obituary, visit the funeral home's website.

There will be no services.  In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 N. Main Street, Providence, RI 02904.

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