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Kay was so loved and deservedly so. She touched so many people and had a beautiful and lasting impact on so many lives. Kay’s sisters, her adoring husband and four kind and beautiful daughters  are evidence of that.They shared an intense closeness. 
In the classroom, she influenced young minds to read and listen to stories being read to them. She made the last 10 minutes of class something to look forward to and something to be treasured.
Knowledge is to be taught, learned and to be held in the highest regard. Kay made sure that happened in her classroom as well as in her home with she and Charlie at the helm.
You will be missed so much but your job is done.

Barbara, I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. She was always my favorite teacher, and such a sweetheart. She also taught my children at Resurrection. 

You and your family are in our prayers.

As two of Kay's friends at Chateau de Notre Dame, Laurie Toledano and Freida Harris, we extend our condolences to her family.

Kay frequently said that she was enjoying our activities here.



Dear Debbie, Kathy, Barbara and Melissa,

I am so sorry for your loss.  Your mother was such a sweet person.  It was so easy to feel comfortable around her.  I remember her as a pleasant person, always smiling,  and mild mannered, a true lady.
Annie and I enjoyed being with your family.  

Prayers and hugs,
Patty Smith

I remember Mrs. Lyons to be a soft spoken and gracious lady.  We were blessed to be her next door neighbors for many years.  We enjoyed the Lyons Family friendship including Smokey, their dog. Eternal rest, Mrs. Lyons, and May His perpetual light shine upon you. Amen. 

Mrs. Lyons  had a profound impact on my life. In 1973-74 I was in Mrs. Gaudet's (sp?) class at Resurrection, and Mrs. Lyons  taught us English, and Mrs. Ascertian (sp?) taught social studies. She read us Charlotte's Web, and the Three Investigators, and the Hardy Boys. I so looked forward to those ten minutes at the end of class when she would read aloud. I truly believe that because of that, she turned me into a life-long reader. I got all the Hardy Boys series and read them voraciously. After working in advertising in my twenties (in NYC), I went back to school and got a Masters of Education and I got a job teaching fifth grade in New Jersey (a placement I wanted because of the impact she had on my life). My favorite part of the day was the read aloud, when I would entrance the class with stories in much the same way she did when I was ten years old. After my first year teaching, I wrote a book for Scholastic Teaching Resources, and I dedicated the book to her (see attached dedication). I've since written 21 books for teachers, and two children's plays, but she was in my first dedication because I've carried her memory in my heart all these years (I just celebrated my 60th birthday yesterday). She tossed a pebble into my life's pond, and the ripples have continued shimmering long after her powerful throw.  With great fondness from your fifth-grader, Michael Gravois


As children, & into our teenage years, Clermont Harbor was among my most cherished family gatherings. So many memories flooded my mind upon hearing of Aunt Kay's passing. From Hammond St to their Beverly Garden home, Aunt Kay, Uncle Charlie & the Lyon Family hosted many Lehon/Bandi gatherings. While a new resident of Chateau de Notre Dame, I had the privilege of visiting. We shared fond memories while enjoying the comfort of her new environment and cherished mementos that adorned her walls, especially her love of the famed New Orleans Streetcar. 
Thank you, Aunt Kay, for sharing, with open arms & a warm heart, so many valued life lessons during your journey. We are so honored to carry on your lasting legacy,

Live, Love, Laugh,







Mrs. Lyons was one of my favorite teachers. She was kind, funny and always elegant. Sending prayers and much love from the Creech family.  

I only had the privilege to know Kay (MeeMaw) for about 9 years. Our families became entwined when my son, Bobby, married her granddaughter, Catherine. In those yesrs, I grew to love Kay and knew her to be a gracious lady with a great intellect and fun spirit who was devoted to her family. We had many wonderful conversations and I will truly miss her. Rest peacefully, MeeMaw, with your Charlie. 
Glenda williams (Nana)

Aunt Kay was like a second mother to me while growing up on Hillwood St. The Vorenkamps dearly loved Aunt Kay and Uncle Charles. We still talk about the great times we had at Claremont Harbor home every year. She was God’s blessing to the world. She is now with Uncle Charlie and dancing with God. What a wonderful life she had and taught us all the proper way to grow up.  Love You  Aunt Kay. Paul Vorenkamp

On behalf of the staff at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, please accept our condolences for your loss.

OBITUARY

Katherine "Kay" Bandi Lyons

February 19, 1930 – November 10, 2022

Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

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