Derek J. Lyon

Seekonk – Derek J. Lyon, 40, of Seekonk, MA passed away at Sturdy Memorial Hospital on Monday, January 16, 2023, after an unexpected illness. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of Lisa M. (Catarina) Lyon and the late Kevin J. Lyon of Seekonk. Along with his mother, he is survived by his brother Christopher Lyon of Seekonk, his grandfather Charles Catarina, his aunts, uncles, many cousins, and good friends that he would consider his family. He also had a fiancée, Dacia Silva.Derek was always a hard worker going back to the days when he was much younger working alongside his father, at Lyon Pallet Company based out of Pawtucket, RI. Most recently, Derek worked as a facilities manager for various area manufacturers for many years.He loved sports, played them for a lot of his life, and built long-lasting relationships with many good people. He was a natural athlete who could be good at anything he put his mind to. Most importantly he was a great son, brother, and a great friend. Derek left this Earth too soon...