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Obituaries

Martha “Sis” Lydia Howard Lyman

Obituary Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Martha “Sis” Lydia Howard Lyman [86], beloved mother and grandmother, of Dacula, Georgia passed away on March 5, 2025, of natural causes.

Sis was born on September 4, 1938, to Martha “Tot” Williams Howard and Toombs Howard in Columbus, Georgia. After Sis graduated from Columbus High School, she attended Agnes Scott College in Atlanta.

Sis dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. She is remembered for her strong Christian faith, positive attitude, kindness, and generosity.

Sis was predeceased by her parents, Tot and Toombs Howard, and her son, Stewart “Bo” Fleming Lyman, Jr. She is survived by her children; Ginny Benedict (Cutts), Steve Lyman (Debbie), and Bert Lyman. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Haley Lyman (Ben Hatchett), Will Lyman (Brooke), Sydney Lyman, Ragan Lyman, Merritt Cloud (Gavin), Molly Lyman, great grandson, Bo Hatchett, and great granddaughter Holland Hatchett.

The family would like to thank the staff of Traditions Hospice for their kindness and loving care of their mother.

There will be a private family ceremony at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a charitable organization of their choice.

 

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