Condolence: I was a student at Stockton and took a class with Professor Lyons. He was also my preceptor. I thought he was a wonderful teacher and believed that he had a genuine concern for his students. I remember seeing him on different occasions and he would always be talking about his children and grandchildren. I could tell he was proud of them. I was also impressed by all the books he had in his office and even asked him one time if he read all of them, which he replied, "yes I have, some even twice." I am very saddened to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his family.

Condolence: I haven't thought about Paul Lyons for many, many years. News of his death reminds me that he was a great teacher, and that he probably influenced me to become a teacher myself. My deepest condolences to his family.

Laurie Levin-Cascante

Condolence: I remember Paul from the third grade at Chancellor Ave. School in Newark. From the first day I met himi (at about the age of 8), I fell madly in love with him. He was wonderful way back then- intelligent, handsome, fun, a great sthlete, everything that an 8 year-old could want. Sadly, for me, this was a completely unreciprocated love, but it lasted for years. I can see that I had good taste way back then.

I share the family's sorrow and extend my hearfelt condolences.

Condolence: Max, Sorry for your loss. Your house and family always seemed like a second home and family to me, leaving me with many precious memories. Our hearts go out to you and your family. My mom and I can understand what you are going through and if you need anything we are only a few blocks away. Take care brother.

Condolence: As one of my first instructors entering the dor to Stockton State College, Paul gave the impression that I was in a special place. Although Stockton was a special place, I realize now it was he who was one of those dedicated, peaceful loving people that made it so great. I will never forget taking Marx and Freud with him. As strong as his opinions were was as strong as his compassion.

I remember how he talked about all the noise in the world: so much TV, radio... noise and he often drove home turning the radio off to here the silence or whatever sounds were just around him.

I will miss him and his ability to create a cirlce of peace around him.

Bob Fehon

Condolence: I had the wonderful pleasure of taking an engaging and informative class from Dr. Lyons. He was always ready with an encouraging word when we were struggling with an issue in class. He will be greatly missed.

Condolence: I was saddened to read about the passing of one of the most infulential professors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He was a wonderful historian who shared his knowledge of historical events and experiences in a manner which was enjoyable and educational. He will be sadly missed.

Condolence: To Paul's family and friends,

I was so sad to open the Press and see Prof. Lyons picture and notice in the obituaries.

Prof. Lyons taught several classes I was in at Stockton College 1992-1996 while I was in college for my social work degree.

What a wonderful man! I not only learned so much from him but he was genuinely a nice guy - who remembered each student and was very open-minded. Even if you didn't agree with his views he still appreciated you and your ideas/views. He really opened my mind.

I feel very lucky to have known him and to have had him as a Professor.

Best and all of my sympathy,

Sam ~

Condolence: Mary, sadness is an understatement about the loss of a man who helped shape so many of us. Paul was a joyous combination of book smarts, street smarts, tenderness and toughness; a person who could school you about Lennin and Marx or Dr. J. and George McGinnis. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: I will always remember Paul's enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge and wisdom with his students and his ever present warm smile. He will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to his family.