Lydia Lyons

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Lydia Lyons was born in December of 1903. She was the daughter of Ella and James Lyons, who migrated from Kentucky to the Methow Valley in the early years of Lydia’s life, in search of new opportunities. Lydia would soon become one of 9 spirited children. Characterized by her hardworking personality and love of the outdoors, Lydia was described as a “sharp shooter”, and spent a large portion of her time hunting animals for their pelts, which she and her husband sold to make a living. Although she never had children of her own, Lydia was extremely loving, and spent a lot of time caring for her sister’s children, including niece Frankie Wallard, who still resides in the Methow Valley. Frankie remembers Lydia as a vibrant, outgoing woman who touched the lives of many. Lydia was a wife, aunt, and friend to many. She spent a large portion of her time with her family, including her husband Rufus Blevins, and the children of her siblings, including her niece Frankie Wallard, who remembers her bright and outgoing personality, recounting that: “Wherever you met her it was ‘Hi! How are you doing today?’ That sort of thing.” Frankie also remembers her aunt as a generous and giving person, saying, “She always had time to listen to what you had to say... family or friends.” Lydia lived in the Methow Valley and surrounding area for almost her entire life. Her home still stands today. It is a two story blue house with white trim, and can be found on the edge of Highway 20, just outside of downtown Winthrop.

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