Jane Lyons Enfield, Connecticut Obituary

Jane Lyons

Jane E. (Dame) Lyons, 81, of Enfield, entered into eternal rest on Monday May 30, 2016, at Baystate Medical Ctr., Springfield, MA. She was the beloved wife of 40 years to William “Bill” Lyons. Jane was born on Oct. 2, 1934 in Laconia, New Hampshire to the late Erlon T. and Susie P. (Cutting) Dame and had resided in Enfield for over 50 years and in Hartford prior to that. Along with her husband Bill, she is also survived by a son Nick Mitton of Enfield and a daughter Susie Mitton Shannon and her husband Randy of Ellington, her six beloved grandchildren Tommy Ellsworth, Tammy Cyr, Joseph Mitton, Jeffrey Mitton, Kristen Mitton and Elliott Shannon, and her five cherished great grandchildren Brittany, Nicole, RJ, Tommy B and Tammara. Jane was predeceased by two sons Raymond Joseph “Joe” Gremillion and James “Skippy” Gremillion, and a daughter Linda Celauro. Jane was well known for her strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether it was snow plowing in the winter or selling fried dough in the summer, Jane had a keen business sense. Her and Bill developed several businesses, including train rides for the kids, concession stands at carnivals and fairs and their rental property business. Her tough love and generous heart have helped many people over the years. Jane will be missed by many. Relatives and friends may gather with her family on Friday June 3, 2016 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels 43 Shaker Rd. Enfield followed by a Memorial Service with Fr. John Melnick officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Jane’s memory may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2600 Network Blvd. Ste. 300 Frisco, TX 75034 or the National Fragile X Foundation, 2100 M St., NW Ste. 170 Box 302, Washington DC 20037-1233.
October 2, 1934 - May 30, 201610/02/193405/30/2016
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Jane E. (Dame) Lyons, 81, of Enfield, entered into eternal rest on Monday May 30, 2016, at Baystate Medical Ctr., Springfield, MA. She was the beloved wife of 40 years to William “Bill” Lyons. Jane was born on Oct. 2, 1934 in Laconia, New Hampshire to the late Erlon T. and Susie P. (Cutting) Dame and had resided in Enfield for over 50 years and in Hartford prior to that. Along with her husband Bill, she is also survived by a son Nick Mitton of Enfield and a daughter Susie Mitton Shannon and her husband Randy of Ellington, her six beloved grandchildren Tommy Ellsworth, Tammy Cyr, Joseph Mitton, Jeffrey Mitton, Kristen Mitton and Elliott Shannon, and her five cherished great grandchildren Brittany, Nicole, RJ, Tommy B and Tammara. Jane was predeceased by two sons Raymond Joseph “Joe” Gremillion and James “Skippy” Gremillion, and a daughter Linda Celauro. Jane was well known for her strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether it was snow plowing in the winter or selling fried dough in the summer, Jane had a keen business sense. Her and Bill developed several businesses, including train rides for the kids, concession stands at carnivals and fairs and their rental property business. Her tough love and generous heart have helped many people over the years. Jane will be missed by many. Relatives and friends may gather with her family on Friday June 3, 2016 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels 43 Shaker Rd. Enfield followed by a Memorial Service with Fr. John Melnick officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Jane’s memory may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2600 Network Blvd. Ste. 300 Frisco, TX 75034 or the National Fragile X Foundation, 2100 M St., NW Ste. 170 Box 302, Washington DC 20037-1233.

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