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Christina Dipietro uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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Since I can remember my favorite outing with my mom was going to my aunt's house and Peabody. On arrival I would be greeted with sandwiches, soda and lots of love. But my favorite part was the pool! Myself and my cousin would swim for hours as auntie watched from the shady area in her yard..snacking on chips with my mom. She would stay there all day soaking in every cannonball and every dive. The love she had for her family is something I could always feel. Even as a young girl. Her life wasn't easy as some know. She struggled a various Health issues along her journey but never giving up. I myself have had many struggles as well and I believe that we bonded more so because of it. I understood the pain she experienced and the everyday struggle just to stay alive. To me that's the bravest thing you can do.. Keep going, push on and don't quit. She inspired me in that sense. Giving me hope that 1 day the sun will break through the clouds.. We would often write one another..letter's, cards and photos. She had excellent penmanship while mine looked like I wrote it with my toes! We would often talk about our mental health and to me that was everything I needed to hear. Here you have this amazing, kind, sweet, wise woman, who has been through so much and she is still instilling her wisdom to me...So that I may live a life without depression, anxiety and substance abuse. I remember she Never said too much but always the right thing. She understood me. And it brings me to tears now thinking about it. So, now that she is at peace, my tears start to dry as I know she is happy in her forever home in the sky. I am blessed to have her son Bobby and daughter in-law Sonia and they're amazing kids in my life. I see her in them. I feel her around all of us. I know she is watching over all of us, smiling with a tuna sandwich in one hand and a disposable camera in the other (We both love disposable cameras.) capturing memories from heaven until we meet her again.
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Bobby, Sonia, Joseph, Gabby planted a tree in memory of Ellen Lyons
Friday, July 16, 2021
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We are all still missing you terribly! Thanks for all the signs. We know you're in a better place and forever with us in our hearts. Love you Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Annie aka "Little Sis" posted a condolence
Friday, July 16, 2021
My dearest "Big Sis"... It's been just over a year since your "moved on", finding a "better location" where you would be in perfect health, playing Heavenly basketball with Ma, sewing with Rie-Rie, playing the piano and organ, which made Ma and Papa so proud. I think of you all the time, and find signs of your presence in a cardinal flying by my window, hearing a certain story on World News Tonight with our favorite David Muir that I know we'd discuss, or thinking of our shared "church laughter" as we'd watch Mass on t.v., both of us forgetting the readings. :) I want to thank you for being the "Big Sis" you were because I'm sure it wasn't easy! You were always kind, patient, and loving, not showing any displeasure even when I'd "borrow" your pantyhose, make-up, etc. How tolerant you were of my Type A antics. :) The memories flood my mind, your walking me home after wiping out on my bike, going back for my bike, then back for your bike, fishing w/Papa at the lake, blueberry picking, basketball w/Ma in our driveway, Ma always wearing a skirt, blouse and apron. I think about the days we shared an apt, you loving to clean, me loving to cook, & remember the days of Ginny Dolls, a hose tied to the clothesline for summer water play, riding tricycles in the cellar in summer b/c it was so cool, roller skating, you picking me up, again and again, so many more memories too numerous to count. You are my hero. You suffered in silence, always focused on family, on others, never showing how difficult life had become for you, how almost unbearable some days became. You were an example to us all. I am happy that you were able to have so many good times with family & friends, and truly feel how much you were, and still are, loved. I miss you terribly, miss our phone calls during the day to discuss the latest "breaking news", and I miss just being able to sit with you, to hear your voice, always comforting, reassuring, always the "big sis". You are at peace now, having earned your wings. Although gone too soon, you knew it was time, you did it your way, with courage and faith. We are all better for having had you in our lives, keeping us close, leading simply by example, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, auntie, friend, who served as a role model for us all. You used to laugh re the picture of the two of us, we being the only surviving Costello's and now it's just me. I will try to be more like you, to make you proud. I'll try not to "get all nursie" as you would say. That always makes me smile. So, rest in peace, Big Sis. I know you are watching over us all as we navigate the waters of our own journey w/out you, we know we will see you again, one day. (of course, knowing me, that will depend on where I end-up! I know you're lol now.:) ) You were our hero, the glue, the pillar we leaned on, always making sure your family was ok, driving safely, getting to work, appts, getting enough sleep; even from Ledgewood you were keeping track of everyone, making sure we remembered b-days, anniversaries, etc So, dear Ellie, thank you for being you and for making my world a better place. You were, and still are, the wind beneath my wings. Much love, Annie, "Little Sis"
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Annie aka "Little Sis" posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, July 16, 2021
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Rob Lyons uploaded photo(s)
Friday, July 16, 2021
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Kathleen Flanigan planted a tree in memory of Ellen Lyons
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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Our warmest condolences, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We'll always have nice memories of Ellen. With love, Kathy and Bob Flanigan. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Kathy Fraser posted a condolence
Thursday, June 25, 2020
I was so sorry to read of Ellen’s passing. We went to St. John’s and Bishop Fenwick together so many years ago. My aunt, uncle and cousins lived on Putnam Street, right around the corner from Ayer, and if I was fortunate enough to go to their house after school, Ellen and I would spend the afternoon together. I’ll keep Ellen and all of her loved ones in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Kathy McLaughlin Fraser
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Bobby uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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Happy birthday Ma!!! This is so surreal we will be having your wake today but we are ok with this one last celebration with you. You were always so gentle and kind to everyone. I just can't stop grieving so hard. I miss you with all my soul. Dad is taking this hard too as is Maureen and your sister Annie. Your good friend Sonia is being our rock but I know she is very sad too. She helped me and dad get some new clothes and gave dad a haircut. You were always so strong and supportive. But your work in this life is now done. It is not fair you were dealt a bad hand in this life with medical problems. And you never complained. I fought with every ounce of my being to get you better treatment but so could not feel your pain. Stop by Saturday for Gabriela's first communion. Fly high our angel, pain free, worry free.. Dancing to Neil Diamond and all your favorite music. Stop in tonight we made a playlist for you. Love you mom now and forever!!!
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Rodney Colleen and Dylan planted a tree in memory of Ellen Lyons
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
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Aidan, Michaela Joanne & Mike Tremblay planted a tree in memory of Ellen Lyons
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
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Betty Hurd posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
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Remembering the good times and fun we had over the years. Going to see Neil Diamond back when it was just him and his guitar; no big back up band. Also the cookouts in July, the get-togethers on Saturday evenings which included Chinese food or pizza.
So glad we reconnected after several years of not seeing each other. I have lost a friend but heaven has gotten an angel.
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Kathy Gilligan posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
I was so saddened to read of Ellen's passing. I got to know Ellen while working at Ledgewood. I had many visits with her and got to know what a beautiful person she was. Wishing peace to Jim and her family.
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The family of Ellen M Lyons uploaded a photo
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
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Christina posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
To my Aunt, who was always a selfless caring woman. My aunty ellen would let me and 5 of my 10 yr old girlfriends jump and swim in her pool when i was younger. Im sure we were a little much to handle but she always welcomed everyone. Me and my aunt both loved disposable.cameras and writing letters to one another. It was something we shared together for a long time. And ill never stop writing to her. RIP to my favorite Aunt who i will miss greatly and will always take a picture for. I love you
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Annie DiPietro posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
To My Dear "Big Sister",
I will miss you, more than you know. I marvel at the strength you exhibited during so many years of dialysis, yet always focusing on family, making sure Jimmy,, your kids, grand kids and me, were all okay.
I thank you for always being there for me, with calm reassurance, a safe presence in my life.
I will always treasure the memories we shared of Hampton Beach, Mousam Lake, Nahant Beach suppers with Ma & Papa, the days of clubbing, sharing an apartment, and the fun at your pool, where you welcomed us all.
You are now at peace, dear sister, free from pain, suffering, free of your wheelchair, no doubt walking and dancing with the angels, perhaps playing the Heavenly organ, while still looking down over all of us.
You are my hero, the wind beneath my wings.
Much love,
"Little Sister", Annie
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judithrichard@comcast.net Posted Jun 24, 2020 at 9:51 PM
I was so saddened to here about Ellen, we went to school together for 12 years but my favorite memory was seeing her at Mousam Lake, we were so surprised when we saw each other. Ellen was so sweet & special & I will remember the laughs we had. Please know I will keep her family in my prayers and may she Rest In Peace. Judy Teixeira Richard ❤️
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