December 21, 1930 - May 25, 2006
Robert William Lyall, 75, Irvine, devoted Husband, loving Father, cherished Grandfather, trusted Friend, Leader and Coach. A man of honor, compassion, vision, courage and love, Bob touched the lives of countless people in deeply meaningful ways. Born December 21, 1930 in Morgantown, West Virginia, he passed away from pulmonary fibrosis on May 25, 2006 with his loving family by his side. He left behind his wife of 54 years, Lois, his son, Jeff (husband of Robin) and daughter, Jennifer (wife of Dean Fritchle), his grandchildren Hunter, Heather, Evan & Chase Lyall, and Clark & Stewart Fritchle, and brothers Leslie and Donald. Bob lived the “American Dream” as a self made man. After high school, Bob joined the Navy, which he served faithfully for 4 years. Bob represented the Navy in exhibition football games against the likes of the Los Angeles Rams. In 1952, Bob married the love of his life, Lois. In 1953, Bob & Lois moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where they started their family. Bob accepted a football scholarship to play at the University of Nebraska. He was a Husker for four years as their center and lineman. Bob graduated with a degree in Education. He quickly discovered engineering talents in the pipeline service and manufacturing industry, ultimately forming his own corporation, R.W. Lyall & Co., Inc., in 1970 manufacturing natural gas pipeline products. Bob has enriched the lives of many through his company and desire to serve and help others. Bob’s real passion and love was his family. Visitation: May 31, 2006 between the hours of 4 pm to 7 pm. and private graveside service: June 1, 10:00 a.m. at Pacific View Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3500 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 154 So. Shaffer Street, Orange. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 North Halsted Street, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60622. www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org.