Published March 27, 2020
MALDEN — Eleanor (Graves) Lyons, 88, a longtime resident of Malden, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at home on Friday, March 20, 2020.
Eleanor was born in Malden, one of four children of the late Sheldon and Priscilla (Glazier) Graves. She was raised in Malden and graduated from Malden High School where she met her future husband, Walter Lyons. She and Walter raised their family in Malden.
Eleanor was a quiet, loving, loyal, wife, mother and sister. She was an avid fan of all sports, but especially her beloved Boston Red Sox. She treasured visits from her sister Betty, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Eleanor will be deeply missed and treasured always.
Eleanor was the devoted wife of the late Walter Lyons with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Beloved mother of Walter Lyons of Woodside, N.Y., Beverly Andren and her husband Ross of Lynnfield, and Jayne Hannan and her husband Richard of Malden. Cherished sister of Betty Bender and her late husband Joseph of Melrose, Lee Graves and his wife Margaret of Middleton, and the late Phyllis Snow. Loving grandmother of Kimberly, Kristine, Lindsey, Katie, and Richie. Proud great-grandmother of Kaylee, Sean, Gregg, Elle, and Christian.
Services will be private. To express your condolences to the family, please visit RobinsonFuneralHome.com.
