Name: Calling hours for Michael W. Lynch Jr.
Start: 2016-05-10T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-05-10T23:00:00.000Z
Location: D'Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel

Michael W. Lynch, Jr., 78, of East Hartford, loving husband of 55 years of Virginia "Ginny" (Johnson) Lynch, peacefully took his last tractor ride to be reunited with his son Stephen on Friday, May 6, 2016. Born in Hartford on January 19, 1938, a son of the late Michael W. and Marion (Wright) Lynch, he had been a life-long resident of East Hartford. Michael was a graduate of East Hartford High School, Class of 1957 and a proud veteran of the U.S. Air National Guard. Prior to his retirement, Michael was employed for 36 years by Travelers Insurance Company in Hartford. He was also a farmer in the East Hartford/South Windsor area which was his lifelong love as he owned and operated Lynch Farm. Michael was a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus-Council #1831, East Hartford, a former member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, East Hartford, and an honorary member of the East Hartford Lions Club. Michael dedicated over 60 years to the Boy Scouts of America where he was a former Troop Leader of several troops in East Hartford and the local Connecticut River District. He held numerous volunteer positions on the District level and was the recipient of the prestigious Silver Beaver Award. He was also a vigil member of the Order of the Arrow within Boy Scouts of America. Most of all, Michael was a devoted and proud husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather to his family and especially enjoyed supporting and spending time with his entire family and dear friends. Along with his beloved wife Ginny, Michael is survived by three children, Timothy Michael Lynch of East Hartford, Karen L. Petrella and her husband Tony of East Hartford, Sherry L. Fortin of Manchester; ten cherished grandchildren, Anthony, Joseph, and Michael Petrella, Kayla, Michael, and Stephanie Fortin, Ashley, Salena, and Zylund Lynch, and Jessy Sica; six adored great-grandchildren, Dominic, Nevaeh, Joseph Jr., Gabe, Kailani, and Leo. He also leaves a brother, Gary Lynch and his wife Judy of Jamestown, TN; a sister, Barbara Ferraro of Jacksonville, FL; several nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Besides his parents, Michael was predeceased by a son, Stephen "Stevie" H. Lynch of East Hartford. Funeral service will be Wednesday (May 11, 2016) with a celebration of Michael's life at 10:30 am at the D'ESOPO-East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Burial with military honors will follow at Veteran's Memorial Field-Silver Lane Cemetery, East Hartford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home chapel on Tuesday (May 10, 2016) from 3-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Michael's name may be made to Boy Scout Troop 1, 837 Main Street, East Hartford, CT 06108. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family please visit www.desopo.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 9, 2016.

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Gary Lynch

June 3, 2024

Best big brother anyone could ask for. Even tho I was 5 inches taller he had a heart like a giant. I Miss him and think about him often.

Cathy Gineo

May 24, 2016

First, I would like to send my condolences and sympathies to Mom, Mrs. Lynch, Karen Lynch Petrella, and family. I always thought of Dad, Lynch, as another father because i was at their house or should i say my second house as much as i was at my house. I remember Dad, Lynch and Mom, Lynch catching Karen and I at everything that we thought we were slick at doing including taking the car for a joy ride. Mr. Lynch was always looking out the window watching and catching us doing things that we were not suppose to do or things that Dad Lynch and Mom lynch thought that we were cute there was no hiding on either one of them because they had eyes behind their head. They always knew what we were doing no matter how hard that we tried to be sneaky. We were as slick as mud. Dad, Mr. Lynch took us to the farm with him and Karen was always right there to help him. She knew that the farm was always Dad, Lynch's pride and Joy. The farm was his second home just like his house was mine. Dad, Mr. Lynch although we are distance a part you will always be right here in my heart and your memories will always live on today, tomorrow, and always. I would also like to thank you for all of the wonderful memories that i had growing up as a child at your house or should i say at my second home. May god be with your family through this very difficult time, may god give Mom, Mrs. Lynch, and the family strength through this very difficult time, courage, guidance, and keep their faith strong, and heavenly father for you know what their needs are please provide during this time for their hearts are aching be with them today, tomorrow, and always in Jesus name i pray Dad, Mr. Lynch now you are with your son and soon we will meet again on the other side until then you will be deeply missed and loved by so many, but the moments we shared as family will remain in my heart and be treasured for ever R.I.P. Dad, Lynch

May 24, 2016

First I would like to send my condolences and sympathies to Karen Lynch Petrella and the family. I am so sorry for I know how difficult this is for you Mom, Lynch, Karen, and the family. I am praying for your family for courage, strength, guidance, and to keep your faith strong. I have so many memories of Dad, Lynch, whom i always thought of as a father. Dad, Lynch, Mom, Lynch, and the family always welcomed me in the home as one of their own children and referred to me as their adopted daughter because it was my second home which was a very big part of my child hood. I think i was at their house just as much as i was at my own house. Dad, Lynch would always catch Karen and I doing everything that we thought that we were sneaking around to do especially sneaking to take the car or my boy friend putting me up on a snow ball out side there house no matter what Karen and I did we were always caught by him or Mama Lynch. He worked very hard on the farm and i remember him taking Karen and I to the farm he loved working at the farm it definitely was a big part of his life because he was always there. Dad, Lynch you will be in my thoughts and prayers always and until we cross paths on the other side again you will be missed and loved very much, but for now we are not far apart because you will always be in my heart until we meet again
R.I.P. Dad, Lynch

Anthony Malgioglio

May 21, 2016

Rip Mike you will be missed Anthony malgioglio

Miriam Nogueras

May 18, 2016

Ginny and Family:
I am so sad to hear the news of your husband Michael which I just found out last night by my granddaughter and I pray that God will grant you the strength that you need may he RIP. And my most sincere condolences for the whole family.

Karen Lynch Petrella

May 16, 2016

I spent my life being Daddy's Princess, his Sweetpea, and his farm girl. I never minded getting my hands dirty, having to scrape dirt from under my nails because working the farm was dad's passion, being with my dad was mine. There is pretty much nothing I wouldn't have done for him or to spend time with him. I have so many happy memories of my life growing up as well as my adult life. Growing up thinking how strong he was and nothing could ever change that. We look at our dad's as being invincible, indestructible, and they'll be around forever. I love my father very much! I thank him for everything he's taught me, shared with me, and for the love he has ALWAYS given me! Now he's with my brother Steve and I know they're both watching over us. I'll cherish him in my heart and share stories of him with all of my grandchildren so they will know what a GREAT man he is. Of coarse my granddaughter already knows he serves the best ice cream ever!!! I love you Daddy and I miss you soooooo much!!!

Gary

May 13, 2016

I grew up calling my brother Buddy, though his given name was Michael. Mom and Dad called him Buddy, as did my sister. All our relatives and neighbors knew him as Buddy.
In school and at work he was known as Mike.
Growing up we were buddy's even though he was 8 years older than I. He taught me how to drive on his 47' Mercury, took me places, camping and got me into scouting.
We were more then brothers, we were great friends.
I miss my friend, by brother, my Buddy.

May 11, 2016

I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. May the God of peace give you comfort during such a difficult time. Psalms 94:18,19

Gary Lynch & family

May 11, 2016

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. With deepest sympathy

Nicole Shields

May 9, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone Mr. Lynch holds near and dear to his heart.

Serving and devoting himself to his country, family, society, friends, and even the earthly ground, has made Mr. Lynch an exemplary man for others to look up to.

Here, on Earth, he will not only continue to live on through fond and loving memories, but, most importantly, he will live on through those who continue to follow in his footsteps; passing on his values of what it means to live for things that are most valuable.

Now he is again, and forever, holding hands with his beautiful and comical son, Steve (I can still hear his jokes). God's garden is even more beautiful having them both in it together. One day we shall all reunited and rejoice!

Lori (Petitpas)Ashner

May 9, 2016

Karen, I know how much you loved him and how much your going to miss him. My thoughts are with you and the whole Lynch family.

D'Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel

May 9, 2016

Our deepest condolences on your loss. The D’Esopo Family.

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