Denise Lyons

DENISE R. (Anderson) LYONS, 57, LEAF RIVER, IL - Denise R. Lyons, 57, of Leaf River passed away in her sleep Sunday, December 25, 2022, at Swedish American Hospital, due to an illness.

Denise was born April 9, 1965, at Rockford Memorial to Dennis and Grace (Canfield) Anderson. Her childhood was spent in Ridott, IL on their family farm and later in Pecatonica, IL. Denise married Steven B. Lyons in 1990 and had one daughter Ariel (Richie) Minton. Denise was predeceased by her parents Dennis Anderson in 2011 and Grace (Canfield) Anderson in 1966. She enjoyed spending time antiquing and repurposing furnishings, as well as spending her time with family and friends. She also enjoyed time in Bible Study and fellowshipping with her church family. Denise worked at Crusader for 19 years and was a beloved coworker and friend to many.

She is survived by her husband Steven, her daughter Ariel, step-mother Janet Anderson, sister Christine (Neil) Gibler, and brother Brad Anderson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family of Denise Lyons.

A funeral ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 6, 2022 in Life Church, 4312 20th Street Rockford, IL with Pastor Norma Borrero officiating. Burial will be in Pecatonica Cemetery. A visitation will be held at McCorkle Funeral Home- Pecatonica Chapel 203 West 5th St Pecatonica, IL from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 5, 2022 and at the Church from 10:00 a.m., until time of Ceremony Friday.

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