Emma Nichole Lyons

Emma Nichole Lyons, age 26, passed away on September 20, 2026. A memorial service at 2:00pm will be held at Northview – North Mankato Mortuary, Saturday, October 10, 2026 with a visitation one hour prior. Family and friends are invited to gather at Atomic Star Tavern in Mankato following the service.

Emma was born on December 17, 1999 in Mankato, MN. Since Emma entered this world, she has been a beacon of light. Bubbly and upbeat in nature, it only made sense that she would find her way to cosmetology school. Emma graduated from Aveda in Esthiology and Cosmetology. She was currently enrolled at the Advanced Institute of Esthetics, furthering her profession.

Emma was a very talented artist and loved sharing her artwork with the world. She loved music and could always be found going to a concert. Traveling was one of Emma’s favorite activities and she would always be talking about her next adventure.

Emma loved deeply and was very passionate about everything and everyone who was lucky enough to be near her. She was a great friend to so many, and made friends wherever she went. Emma adored life and was thankful every day for being able to live how she wanted. She will always be remembered for her kind soul and giving nature.

Emma is lovingly remembered by her mother and stepfather Jen and Damon Hawker; father Andrew Carlstrom; grandparents Lee and Jane Carlstrom, Alan and Rosy Oachs, and Tom Lyons; great grandmother Jean Beetsch; and many extended relatives and friends.

Emma was preceded in death by her favorite person, Grandma Jan.