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John Lyon 1793–1871

Public Tree Person

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 3 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 3 trees
Death year and location consistent across 3 trees

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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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  • Descendant's record available
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3 researchers on YourRoots have John Lyon in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 1 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 3 independent trees, with linked records

Born 15 Jan 1793 · Bytham, Lincolnshire, England
Died 19 Sep 1871 · Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Spouse Elizabeth Crafts
Children Charlotte Lyon, Daniel Lyon, Israel Lyon, Jane Lyon, John Lyon, Mary Lyon, Sarah Lyon, Thomas Lyon

Researchers connected through John Lyon 1793–1871

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Biography

The story of John Lyon began in 1793 in Bytham, Lincolnshire, England. In 1851, John Lyon resided in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England. In 1861, John Lyon resided in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England. John Lyon married elizabeth crafts, and had children including charlotte lyon, daniel lyon, israel lyon, jane lyon, john lyon, mary lyon, sarah lyon, thomas lyon. John Lyon passed away in 1871 in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England.

Sources

  1. 1
    Census 1851 England Census

  2. 2
    Census 1861 England Census

  3. 3
    Census 1871 England Census

  4. 4
    Marriage Records England, Select Marriages

Life Timeline

1793
Birth of John Lyon in Bytham, Lincolnshire, England
Birth
1851
John Lyon resided here in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Residence
1861
John Lyon resided here in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Residence
1871
John Lyon resided here in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Residence
1871
Death of John Lyon in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Death
1871
Burial of John Lyon in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England
Burial

Oldest Ancestor Line from John Lyon

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

John Lyon (1793–1871) was born in Bytham, Lincolnshire, England and died in Skillington, Lincolnshire, England. 3 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 3 researchers on YourRoots have John in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 1 generations of this lineage geographically.
It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.

John Lyon's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
John Lyon PTP
1793–1871
Bytham, Lincolnshire, England
Parents
Unknown
Unknown
Grandparents
Unknown
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John Lyon's Descendants

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John Lyon PTP 1793–1871