William M. Lyons Obituary

We announce the death of William M. Lyons of Sidell, Illinois, who passed away on June 7, 2026, at the age of 81. William will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William M. Lyons to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Lyons and Jeanne Hanes Lyons. He is survived by: his children, Corey Bright (Belinda) of Sidell, Richard Bright (Eila Stiegler) of Champaign and Zachary Lyons (Kelli) of Catlin; his grandchildren, Joe McNulty-Bright (Kelsey) of Afton, Chelsey Steward (Spencer) of Chrisman, Lucian F. Bright, Lennox J. Lyons of Catlin and Tyke Lyons of Catlin; his great grandchildren, Blake, Lilah and Laney McNulty-Bright of Afton, Tennessee; Richard.

Memorials in his memory to the Sidell Baptist Church.