Ann Lyons of Petersburg passed away on August 4, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Morris R. and Bessie Gates Lyons. She was a retired teacher from Petersburg Public Schools after many years of service. She is survived by a sister, Frances L. Temple, and a niece, Mary T. Hickey. A private funeral service will be held in Blandford Cemetery. The family is being served by the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Petersburg Library Foundation, P.O. Box 3435 Petersburg, VA 23805.