Chewin The Cud - May 12, 2021

from everybody there. American Legion Post 172 conducted military honors with ceremonial flag fold - ing presentation, rifle firing salute and Taps. Family placed a military market at the Wamego City Cemetery. Johnny Lyon’s generosity was acknowl- edged during the Running Raged Youth Rodeo Finals and a BlackJack Saddle Club Show. Vince Mowry lead a symbolic riderless horse tacked with equipment Johnny had made and the fallen cow- boy’s own boots. Johnny’s donations of

leatherwork given for yearend awards were recognized with plaques. A Johnny Lyon Benefit Me - morial roping is planned Sat- urday, June 5, in the Onaga

Arena, at 1o’clock, Entire proceeds from the jackpot competition presented by Rafter GB Productions will benefit the John Lyon Memori - al. Additional information and sponsorships are available by calling 785-844-0941. John’s Shoe and Saddle Re- pair is now closed with future undetermined.

Remembrances of the “one-of- a-kind” cowboy saddle maker storyteller are welcomed at https://everloved.com/life-of/john-lyon/.