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Michael Lynch Obituary
Sgt. Michael P. Lynch
of Hillcrest
New York State Police Sgt. Michael Patrick Lynch, Troop "C" Emergency Management, NCO, 45, of Hillcrest, died peacefully Sunday morning, January 31, 2010, at his home after a battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Masie and Edward Fitzgerald; step-grandfather, William Steveskey; his aunt, Kay Fitzgerald; paternal grandparents, John and Josephine Lynch. Michael is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Theresa Cole Lynch, the light of his life, his daughter, McKenzie, Hillcrest; his parents, Joseph and Rose Marie Lynch, Binghamton; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph and Mary Lee Lynch and their children, Jacqueline and Joseph Lynch, Camden, Maine, Patrick and Noele Lynch and their children, Liam and Magdelen Lynch, Binghamton; many aunts, uncles and cousins; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris and Roger Cole; brother-in-law, Edwin and Janet Cole. Mike was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Hillcrest. Mike graduated from Seton Catholic Central High School, Class of 1982, and attended Broome Community college. Mike became a New York State Trooper in 1986 and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1991. He was Emergency Management NCO for Troop "C" and coordinated the New York State Police detail in Louisiana during Hurricane Katrina.
A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Hillcrest, Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery, Hillcrest. The family will receive friends at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton, Tuesday from 3-7 p.m.
CORRECTION In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to McKenzie Lynch, c/o Mrs. Theresa Lynch, P.O. Box 414, Chenango Bridge, NY 13745 to benefit her education.
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Fred Burr
February 12, 2010
Michael used to appear before me during my tenure as Colesville Town Justice from 1987 through 1998 - of all of the State Police officers to appear before me, he was the most prepared, the most diligent, and the most considerate of motorists and defendants. Even-tempered, and gracious, even under cross-examination by defense counsel, I was always impressed by him. The family has my deepest sympathies - and the NY State Police have lost a great officer.
Joe Gallagher
February 11, 2010
Terri, McKenzie and the Lynch family,
I was a classmate of Mike's from junior high through high school and he was a wonderful person. I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll keep you in my thought and prayers.
Tracey Theise-Hover
February 11, 2010
Dear Pat,
I was so sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred Affeldt
February 5, 2010
Sincere condolences to the Lynch family on this great loss.
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February 4, 2010
Terri,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and McKenzie are in our thoughts and prayers. Always remember you have your family and friends to lean on.
Jen and John Leadbeater and family
(wardell)
February 4, 2010
We are very sorry for you loss and may god give you the comfort and strength you will need in the coming months. Mike will be missed.
BPD Carl Edwards & Denise Shoemaker
Rose Hurchla
February 3, 2010
Terri & McKenzie,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories you share comfort you during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Diane Pufky Vargo
February 3, 2010
Terri,
I'm so sorry to hear the news about Mike. You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Linda Frisbie
February 3, 2010
I didn't know Michael, but my son, Timothy Conklin work with him and was a friend of his. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless your and yours and all those that make this a better place by putting their life on the line every day.
February 3, 2010
Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your daughter during this very difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Sincerely,
Patty DeNinis
Debi Zeggert
February 3, 2010
Terrie and McKenzie - I am so sorry for your loss. Michael was a great man, terrific father, and someone we will never forget. He was always an inspiration to talk with and I enjoyed our conversations at the school events. We will pray for your family. We certainly will miss him. Dave, Amanda and Debi Zeggert
William Standinger
February 3, 2010
Terri & McKenzie,
I am sad for your loss. Mike was a unique man and he will be missed by all who knew him. I have many fond memories of the times we talked and worked together. It is a tribute to his spirit that he brightened so many lives during his 45 years on this earth. He has earned his reward in Heaven. whsiii
Laura Murphy
February 3, 2010
To the Lynch family,
We did not know Mike personally but we attended the same church and have heard of him through family. We are so sorry to hear of such a great loss. The words that we have heard to describe Mike tell us that he was a true blessing to all who knew him. We hope that you can find peace in your memories of him.
Laura and Kevin Murphy
Your neigbors The Hogan Family
February 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
February 3, 2010
Such an amazing person, taking way to soon. God bless you's and all who's lives he touched.
May all find comfort, when the wind blows, the sunshines, when you look to the sky and know which star he is, and always remember your faith.
God Bless You All
Jeff Clifford
February 2, 2010
To Mike's family - I first met Mike when he was a Sgt in SP Owego and I immediately liked the man which in and of itself says a lot about Mike since it took a lot for me to like somebody. After he became a fixture at SP Sidney, I sought him out during my rare visits there. We shared the same interest in older sci-fi movies and I envied his autographed Kevin McCarthy photo from the original Invasion of the Body Snatchers. I retired back in May of 2009 and was fortunate enough to say good-bye to Mike before I left and moved to Florida. I regret not being able to attend his funeral. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jeff Clifford
Formerly of SP Homer
Troop "C"
Eugene & Patti Johnson
February 2, 2010
Terri,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You and all your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
February 2, 2010
Dear Terry, McKenzie and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Holly Sullivan-Pecka
February 2, 2010
God Bless Trooper Lynch and his entire family at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The DelNagro Family
NYSP SP Rochester
Troop "E"
Florence Standinger/Sawyer
February 2, 2010
As the Mother of a State Police Investigator,Bill Standinger iii, I wish to offer my condolences to the Family of Mike, who my son knew and had worked with. You are all in my prayers, as you raised a very fine son, and he was a good husband and father to his daughter. My son was there to pay his respects, at the calling hours, and had been to visit Mike before his passing. We were all saddened by his illness and passing. He was loved.
Jim White
February 2, 2010
Joe & Rose Marie,
I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son. Sometimes life is not fair . You are in my thoughts and my prayers
Helen & Bob Lauko
February 2, 2010
Joe and Rose..We are in Florida and saw the sad news of your dear son. We understand your pain..Bob & Helen Lauko
February 2, 2010
Terri,
My deepest sympathies to you and McKenzie.
Tina Grover
Pat Harding
February 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lynch family and with Mike as well. We are terribly sorry for your loss.
Pat & Kris Harding
February 2, 2010
Dear Pat and Rose,
I am so sorry for you and all of your families. Take comfort in knowing so many are thinking about you and your families.
Julie Van Atta
Sheila Sullivan
February 2, 2010
Terri, McKenzie and family,
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Your loss is shared by all who were lucky to have known Mike and to be a part of his life. I am thankful to have been his friend and I am here for you with whatever you need. My prayers are with you now and always. God bless you and heaven's newest angel who will watch over you always.
Annette Kelley
February 2, 2010
Terri,
I was so saddened to read about Mike today. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Annette Sangiuliano Kelley
Rick Kelly
February 2, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike at many Baseball Hall of Fame weekends. He will be missed
Mike & Deb O'Day
February 2, 2010
To the Lynch Family ~~ Our heartfelt condolences go out to your entire family. There are no words one can say when a loved one is gone...just know that Michael will always be in your hearts, every second of every day. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. May knowing that others truly understand how you feel bring you some small sense of comfort during this very difficult time...
Shelly and Denny Livingston
February 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
February 2, 2010
Terri & McKenzzie, I am extremely sorry for the Loss of Mike...He was a wonderful guy and the world will not be the same without Mike in it. He will be truly missed, but never forgotten. Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family. Deb Golden
February 2, 2010
Terri,
I am so sorry for your loss..there are no words that i can say that will make you feel better..hold close your memories of Mike. Turn to God to help you in the days,weeks, months and years ahead...rest in peace Mike.
love you
margaret hardy
Nancy Spisak
February 2, 2010
Terri,
Heartfelt condolences to you & McKenzie. Am thinkiing of you & family in this difficult time. May your memories of Mike and the good times you had together get you through this.
February 2, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to each and everyone of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kathleen O'Rourke Daly & Arthur Daly
Linda Smith
February 2, 2010
Terri and McKenzie,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Mary Beth, Ambrose, Kelly Madden
February 2, 2010
Terri & McKenzie,
Our hearts are breaking for you. We loved Mike...he always made us laugh and think about what was really important in life. We know he loved you both more than anything. I will be with you tomorrow at the funeral to sing his soul to heaven.
February 2, 2010
I worked with mike before I retired, we are sorry for the loss to his family an the State Police, Herb Weidman
February 2, 2010
Terri.
Words cannot express the saddness i have for you and McKenzie..Mike was a wonderful husband and father and a friend to many..He will me missed by all. Terri,I for one know that Mike will never leave you...You will always feel him near you. You shared a wonderful life together and those memories will help you in the days ahead.. Hold that close to your heart..
Jan Hall
February 2, 2010
Dear Rosie,Joe and Family, I was so sorry to read of Michael's passing.May the love and support of family and friends help you during this most difficult time. God Bless Michael and all Law Enforcement Officers. Arlene O'Neil Longcoy
Jennifer Keiser-Nanni and Hank Nanni
February 2, 2010
Dear Terri,
I was so saddened to see the passing of Mike. I was just thinking of you guys last week as I was heading to work. He was such a great guy with a kind spirit. Be strong and feel rest assured that he is at peace now.
February 2, 2010
Terri and McKenzie,, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May all your memories help you ln your time of grief. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH.
Connie DeWitte
February 1, 2010
Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Lynch family. We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. In Deepest Sympathy, Pat and Jennifer Leach
Patsy & Arnold Branje
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
February 1, 2010
Mrs.Lynch and McKenzie,so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.He was a great guy and a credit to troop C.I worked with him in Binghamton.He will be greatly missed.My condolences to you.Nora Pfister(Windsor,N.Y.)
Jimmy Zervos & Family
February 1, 2010
Dear Pat, and the Lynch Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May he rest in peace and shine down upon all of you.
Dayle Morello
February 1, 2010
Our sincere condolences.
Tommy and Dayle Morello
Joe Matthews, Jr.
February 1, 2010
My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Lynch family. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mike, but, i work with Pat, and i know what a great person he is and what a great person Mike must have been. You are all in our hearts.
Marc & Tracy Ayers
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will continue to pray for you all, my God give you strength during this difficult time.
February 1, 2010
Terri and McKenzie, we are just heartbroken at the news of Mike's passing. Our hearts grieve with you and we send our love and prayers. Charlotte and Jerry Campbell, Geri's folks
Tim,Sherry,Preston and Gavin Brown
February 1, 2010
Terri and McKenzie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can be of any help to you during this time of sarrow and in the future.
Sara Ann O'Neil
February 1, 2010
Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you loved him dearly. I am here for you. I love you my dear friend.
February 1, 2010
We're sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family
during this time. Michael's mom is our cousin and we want
everyone to know we're thinking of you at this time,
Judy&Sam Wentz, Rose&Carlton Repsher, Ann VanDeMark
Whitney McGonigal Inkster
February 1, 2010
Terri, I am so sorry. My heart sunk when I heard about Mike from Kelly Carr the other day. Love to you and McKenzie.
Connie Fedorowicz
February 1, 2010
Even though I did not know Sgt. Lynch it saddens me to think of your loss. May the memories you have replace the incredible sadness you feel at this time.
Mary Lou Elder
February 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and mckenzie and your family as this difficult time. may god be with you. Mary Lou Elder- Binghamton NY
sara larson
February 1, 2010
Terri, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband Mike. My husband and son came to see him at the hospital just a couple weeks ago. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know you and your daughter are in my prayers.
Sara (Truxal) Larson
February 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and mckenzie and your family as this difficult time. may god be with you. Mary Lou Elder- Binghamton NY
Mary Lou Elder
February 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and mckenzie and your family as this difficult time. may god be with you.
Barb & Bill & Laura LeVonne
February 1, 2010
Terri & McKenzie,
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. Words cannot express how sad we all feel. I'm glad we got to know Mike and you through Odyssey of the Mind. I'm glad we have those memories of him. If you need any kind of help please don't hesitate to ask. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin Neary
February 1, 2010
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Michael Lynch. I was honored to know and work with Michael during my years at SEMO. He was a true professional. I know this is a difficult time for all of you, but we all know Mike, he would tell you not to worry about him but to make sure you take care of each other. That's what made him such a special person and a good friend.
Pamela Taylor
February 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss...I did not know him directly, but I have heard much about him through a mutual friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Michelle Velazquez
February 1, 2010
I am so saddened to hear the news. My heart is breaking; I wish I could be there to lend support. My thoughts and prayers are with you Terri and McKenzie. May God provide the family with comfort through this difficult time. I'm so very sorry. Mike, you will be missed! I can envision him now singing and dancing with the angels. Love, Michelle Velazquez and Family.
Martha Birch
February 1, 2010
So sorry to hear of Mikes passing you will all be in my prayers and thoughts
T S
February 1, 2010
A true gentleman and professional. My sincere condolences at this difficult time.
Renee, Mike, Alexis,& Dominic Francavilla
February 1, 2010
We are so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thought and prayers are with you all. And as always Terri and McKenzie we're just around the corner, our door is always open to you.
W.L. Dickson
February 1, 2010
For Terri and Mac and the Lynch and Cole families;
With great sorrow in my heart as this most difficult time has befallen you all, I offer my condolences. Mike was wonderful; a great neighbor and friend and that loss is crushing. There really are no words to express how I feel. There are no words to ease the pain. You are in my prayers.
Love , Bill
Dale, Kelli, Mandi & Ryan Brown
February 1, 2010
Terri and McKenzie, and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts our breaking for you and for the loss of a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Teri, if you need anything, please call us.
Love,
Dale, Kelli, Mandi & Ryan Brown
February 1, 2010
Terri, McKenzie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies during this very difficult time. (Dennis Rounds and family Ballston Spa, NY)
Joe Mollo
February 1, 2010
Lynch Family,
As you remember the love,as you morn the loss, may you also celebrate the life.
May warm memories surround you and bring you all comfort.
God Bless you all your in my prayers.
Joe Mollo
800 Del Rio Way 204
Merritt Island, Florida
Jackie Lynch
February 1, 2010
I love you Uncle Mike, always and forever! <3.
Rick Shaw
February 1, 2010
To the Lynch Family:
I worked very closely with Mike on the SERVE Program developed at the DCMO BOCES and did several presentations with him over the years. Mike and I developed a wonderful friendship and we often joked about the rivalry between being a Cowboy and Giants fan. I will miss my friend very much. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, daughter and the rest of his family.
Eddie Ramsey-Lewis
February 1, 2010
End Of Watch - he served above and beyond - the Lord has him now - "when a man's job on Earth is done, HE call him home" .... He breaks our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best .. SALUTE!
(Fr.) Tom Ryan
February 1, 2010
To Mike's Family,
My sincere condolences at this difficult time. Mike served his family and community so well. I am sorry that I am unable to be there for the Mass, but wanted to assure you of my prayers.
Tracy (Wilbur) Mieczkowski
February 1, 2010
Terri:
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Cole
February 1, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jean and Joe Pierson
February 1, 2010
Dear Terri and family,
You have our prayers, constant thoughts and deepest sympathy. We can't think of Mike without recalling his zany and over-the-top comedic antics. We guess that's why he and our son, Kevin, were so close because Kevin has that same quirky sense of humor. That, plus the fact they were first cousins and the same age. Because of that lovable trait, Mike was always fun to be around. It is tragic whenever someone is struck down at such a young age and, as with MIke, in otherwise great physical condition. Michael's untimely death is doubly tragic because of his uncanny ability to make everyone laugh. We all need that type of companion now. --Jean and Joe Pierson
February 1, 2010
Terri and McKenzie,
We are so terribly sorry for your great loss. Our hearts are breaking for both of you. Just know Mike would want you both to take care of each other and remember all the happy memories. Teri, if you need anything at all please CALL us! You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
Love your friends,
Michele, Andy and Sarah Munson
David Kolb
February 1, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Terri and McKenzie. Mike was a great friend, colleague, and mentor to me. I am going to miss him greatly. God Bless him and everyone who knew Mike.
Sergeant David Kolb, NYSP Troop G EMNCO
Mark & Cathy Johnson
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and deepest sympathy is with the family at this sad time. Mike was a really great guy!
February 1, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Lynch family. Mike was always a pleasure to see and talk to, and he always had kind words for our family. May your happy memories of Mike be your guide in these days of sorrow.
Dan and Gabriella Mastronardi
Binghamton, NY.
Susan Neidlinger
February 1, 2010
I worked very closely with Mike for over 10 yrs. in the emergency management office. He was the brother I never had and told me many times I was the sister he never had. He was a very special person and his wife and daughter was his life. Mike I will miss you and please know you are loved.
Sandie Charles
February 1, 2010
My thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort
MaryGrace Ryder
February 1, 2010
Terri and Family- So sad to hear of Mike's passing. Please accept my sympathy. You and your family are in my prayers.
MaryGrace Ryder
Desera Johnson
February 1, 2010
Terri and McKenzie we are so very sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy and so dedicated to his family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love you guys!
John, Desera and Ashton
Tammie Hotaling
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lynch family during this time of loss and grief with the untimely death of Sgt Lynch. He, like his father, was a credit to the Law Enforcement family. May God bless his family. Dispatcher Tammie L Hotaling
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