It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Scott Lyons announce his passing on June 26, 2024, at the age of 44. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife Heidi, his children Madisyn and Caleb; mother Sharlene Martin; father and step-mother David & Therese Lyons; mother and father in law Wilson & Marjorie Budden; His sister Jennifer(Matt); stepbrother Jamie(Jennifer); stepsister Jennifer(Darrell); brother in law Christopher(Judy). His nephew Joe; nieces Erica, Kaleigh, Julia, Abbegayle, Amelia & Kaitlyn. He will be sadly missed by his energetic and loving pet Champ! James was a strong man, demonstrated by his perseverance and faith throughout his illness. He loved his family immeasurably, his faith in God and the Edmonton Oilers. He served in the RCAF as an air traffic controller and after 21 1/2 years of service, he moved to Gander, NL with his family to start a new career with NAV CANADA. He will be missed by all who knew him.

A public visitation will be held at Calvary Pentecostal Church in Roddickton, NL on July 5 between 2 and 4 PM and 7 and 9 PM.

Funeral service for James will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, July 6th, 2024, at Calvary Pentecostal Church, Roddickton, NL. Burial will follow at the Calvary Pentecostal Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Health Sciences Center who cared for James during his time there. Sincere thanks go out to all those who offered prayers, support and hospitality during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Soldier On, an organization James felt strongly about supporting