Joann Lyon

Joann E. Lyon, of Gladwin, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, November 28, 2021. She was born on October 26, 1939, the daughter of James and Bessie Bourland. On August 30, 1959, she was united in marriage to Bruce Lyon of Shepard. Joann joined the staff at Mid-Michigan Bank in Gladwin in 1996 as a secretary to the executive staff and was later promoted to administrative assistant and achieved the position of loan officer prior to her retirement from First of America Bank in Gladwin until her retirement. After retirement, she continued working for DeShano Construction for several years. She loved going to Arizona in the winter, going on JAG bus tours, and going out with friends and family. She loved to play dominos and watch movies. She was actively involved at The Church of Christ in Gladwin. She dearly loved her friends and family.

Left to cherish her memory are her children: Jennifer Yontz and Mark (Angela) Lyon; grandchildren: Brandon Fair, Matthew Yontz, and Amanda Devericks; great grandchildren: Tyler, Lincoln, Weston, Aree, and Richard; siblings: Sharron Bourland, Joyce (Bill) Theisen, and James Bourland; along with several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Bruce Lyon; son in-law: Bill Yontz; grandson: Wesley; and great grandson: Jameson.

A memorial service will be held on January 15, 2022, at 1:00 pm at the Church of Christ in Gladwin. Interment will be held at Highland Cemetery, Gladwin. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com