More detail on this person: Clinton J. Lyons, 73, of Henrico, VA , passed away on March 4, 2012.
He was born in Church Hill, TN and educated in the Swift School education system and at the age of
17, entered the U.S. Army.
CW4 Lyons retired after 31 years of active duty. Some of his achievements while serving the armed
forces were: the distinct honor of guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National
Cemetery; completing Noncommissioned Officer's Academy, graduation from Flight School and
becoming a Rotary Wing Instructor at Ft. Rucker, AL. During his career, he served two tours as a
helicopter pilot in Vietnam and received recognition through 27 air medals. He also served with the
notable U.S. Army precision flying team, the Silver Eagles. Of all these accomplishments, his
acceptance of Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior was the most important. As a devoted member of
Antioch Baptist Church in Richmond, VA he served as a missionary, caring for those inside and
outside his church family.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife Lucy (Sailes) Lyons, two daughters, one granddaughter,
two brothers and many other family members and friends. He was laid to rest at Mountain Home
National Cemetery in Johnson, TN on March 9th. Although dearly missed, he will continue to live in
the hearts of those he touched.
Burial information: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA
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