William Geoffrey Lyden III

William Geoffrey (“Geoff”) Lyden, III, of Perrysburg, Ohio passed away on November 19, 2018 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 31, 1952 in Youngstown, Ohio to William G. Lyden, Jr. and Donna (Binsley) Lyden. Geoff attended Campion Jesuit High School (1970) and graduated from the University of Notre Dame (1974). He married the love of his life, Mary (Bailey) in 1979 and has two sons; Dean Bailey Lyden and William G. Lyden, IV. Geoff was the CEO of True North Energy, LLC (“truenorth”) which was founded in 1999, through a 50/50 partnership between The Lyden Company, previously known as Lyden Oil Company (established in 1919) and Shell Oil US. The Lyden Family has been in business for 99 years with the third and fourth generations presently in management positions. truenorth is blessed with over 1,000 hardworking and dedicated employees. It was always Geoff’s priority that his employees work in a safe, healthy and happy working environment where individuals are empowered to succeed and share in the success of truenorth. “Quality & Control” was his mantra and this has become a unified objective within the organization. His “Prescription for Happiness” was shared with one and all. “It’s very simple”, he would say. “Prioritize these “4” things in your life and your happiness is all but guaranteed”. Health, Family, Work and Friends. #1 – Health: stay fit, take care of yourself first; #2 – Family: love and cherish the time you have together; #3 – Work: give it all you got – work hard; be proud of your accomplishments and #4 – Friends: embrace them and the memories you have together. Geoff lived his life by his principles and was passionate about fitness. He played tennis all his life but took his game to a different level after meeting his future father-in-law Dean Bailey, who challenged him on and off the court. He also enjoyed biking with his brother Mark and numerous friends. Geoff loved organizing fitness walks and other outdoor activities for family, employees and anyone else who wanted to join in. Time with family, was so important to him, whether with his cherished wife Mary, his sons and granddaughter or his large extended family. Geoff was a true friend to so many people throughout his life and the first one to respond when he saw a need. Geoff had a zeal for life and a determination to leave his mark on the community and the business world. He believed that his family’s success was rooted in the fact that “giving back” was the greatest reward for being successful. This devotion led him to pursue Board positions with educational institutions such as St. John’s Jesuit High School (Trustee/Chairman) and Lourdes University (Trustee Emeritus). Other affiliations included Toledo/Lucas County Port Authority (Chairman), Ohio Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Store Association (Chairman), Fifth Third Bank/NW Ohio (Director), Hospice of NW Ohio (Trustee), Seaway Food Town, Inc. (Director) and Capital Bank (Director). Geoff Lyden will be terribly missed. His bold leadership, philanthropist spirit, wonderful stories and Irish wit will never be forgotten. Let’s celebrate his life by keeping his highest priorities alive – always find a way to “give back” and choose the path to happiness! Geoff is survived by his wife of 39 years, Mary (Bailey) Lyden of Perrysburg; children, Dean Bailey Lyden of Brecksville and William G. Lyden, IV of Perrysburg; brothers, Mark (Sherri) Lyden of Pepper Pike, Breen (Tara) Lyden of Perrysburg, Paul (Laura) Lyden of Youngstown; sister, Mary Beth (Chuck) Johns of Naples; mother, Donna Lyden of Howland; granddaughter, Kayley Lyden of Toledo. He was preceded in death by his father, William G. Lyden, Jr. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 20th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Road, Toledo, Ohio. The Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Gesu Church, 2049 Parkside Blvd., Toledo, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. John’s High School, Gesu Church, Lourdes University or any other Catholic charity would be appreciated. Please leave a condolence message for the family at CoyleFuneralHome.com.

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William Geoffrey Lyden III

August 31, 1952 - November 19, 2018