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Obituary for Chilton


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday April 22, 2001

Lyman F. Chilton, 65, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was taken home to be with our wonderful Saviour, Jesus, on April 20, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jeannine; son, Wes Chilton and wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Dana Chilton, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brandon and Amanda Barnhouse of Farmington; sister, Jane Mohon and husband, Wayne of Albuquerque; and brother, Glen Chilton and wife Gerry, of Elephant Butte, NM. Mr. Chilton was preceded in death by his parents, John and Augusta Chilton; and brothers, John Chilton and James Laster. Lyman served in the Army National Guard for 8 years. He worked at Southern Union Gas Company for 10 years. He also worked for PNM for 25 years, retiring in 1988. After retiring, he drove a school bus for APS for three years, transporting special needs children. Mr. Chilton was a member of Christ the Ray of Hope Lutheran Church. Date and time of services are pending. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Christ the Ray of Hope Lutheran Church, 7001 San Antonio NE, 87109. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.


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