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Robert Allan Gus Lyons

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Robert Allan Gus Lyons
MLA for Victoria City
In office
1924–1928
Personal details
Born(1890-07-08)July 8, 1890
London, Ontario
DiedDecember 27, 1984(1984-12-27) (aged 94)
Vancouver, British Columbia
Political partyConservative

Robert Allan "Gus" Lyons (July 8, 1890[1] – December 27, 1984) was a bond broker and political figure in British Columbia. He represented Victoria City from 1924 to 1928 as a Conservative.

He was born in London, Ontario, the son of Robert A. Lyons and Margaret Clark. Lyons served during World War I and was wounded, losing a leg. He was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal and the French Croix de guerre. Lyons reached the rank of major.[1] He died in Vancouver at the age of 94.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b Normandin, A L (1926). Canadian Parliamentary Guide 1926.
  2. ^ "Vital Event Death Registration". BC Archives. Retrieved 2011-10-27.