Lyle Eugene Lannon

 SIDNEY — Lyle Eugene Lannon, 95, formerly of rural Sidney, passed away Saturday (Feb. 18, 2023) at Arbor Rose, Tolono.

He was born on June 16, 1927, to parents Patrick Lannon and Mildred (Wyant) Lannon. Lyle married his late wife, Barbara, on Feb. 26, 1949.

Lyle was a lifelong farmer who also loved to travel. He spent much of his time on the road in his motorhome, exploring new places and making memories with his family and friends. Lyle belonged to numerous local clubs, including Moose, Elks, Knights of Columbus, I& I Tractor Club and the Farm Bureau. He was a beloved member of his community and will be deeply missed by those who knew him.

Lyle is survived by his daughter, Carol Lamb of Champaign; grandchildren, David Riggins of Papillion, Neb., Stephanie Lamb (John) of Phoenix and Jeremy Lamb of Sidney; great-grandc hildren, Dustin Riggins (Shawna) of Coralville, Iowa, and Kirsten (AJ) Jackson of Elkhorn, Neb.; greatgreat- grandchild, Miles Riggins of Coralville; and his sister, Betty Sappenfield of Philo.

Lyle was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Maurice Lannon; and wife, Barbara.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Joines Funeral home, Villa Grove, with a rosary service beginning at 4:30 p.m. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, at Bongard Immaculate Conception Church with Father Keith Walder officiating; burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, where Lyle will be laid to rest.

The family requests any donations to be made to the Philo Knights of Columbus Scholarship Fund or to the family for a memorial bench.

Lyle will be remembered for his kind heart, hard work and love for his family and friends. His spirit will live on in the memories of those who loved him.

NG 2/201/2023