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Jan Lynch Obituary
Evansville, IN
Jan Lois Lynch of Evansville, Indiana and native of Boston Massachusetts passed away on October 18, 2018. Her sudden and untimely death came as quite a shock as she was only diagnosed with advanced COPD, advanced emphysema, advanced heart disease, cystic fibrosis, chronic bronchitis, stroke, extreme stubbornness, restless leg syndrome, and arm chair quarterback.
Jan is survived by her four loving sons, Jeff (Missy) Patterson, Greg (Billie) Patterson, Jake (Emily) Lomax, and Luke (Mabel) Lomax and eight grandchildren whom she loved more than anything else in the world…except the New England Patriots, the Boston Red Sox, Tom Brady, cold Budweiser, room temperature Budweiser, cigarettes, dogs, mopeds, clam chowder, boating, fishing, Florida, the Atlantic Ocean, grouper sandwiches, adventures, road trips, the beach, Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, fall foliage, airplane food, ingrown toenails, the OJ chase, and the OJ trial – in that exact order.
Jan graduated from the University of Evansville with a degree in English Literature achieving magna cum laude honors, while working 2-3 jobs and raising her four sons – one of whom turned out OK. It's still unclear who her favorite son was, thus the final ruling must be litigated in family court…or at a bar.
Jan will be missed dearly by all who knew her. She was an incredible woman. She had an unparalleled zest for life and an infectious laugh that thankfully was passed down to her sons and their children. From standing on a bridge in the middle of a hurricane, to jumping off the highest cliffs at Rough River, to dangling her feet over a 5,000 foot cliff at the edge of the Grand Canyon so she could "see what it felt like to feel that fear", she taught us that all the really good things in life are beyond the "Do Not Enter" signs. She always put her children first – her selflessness was beyond reproach. She will live on in our hearts, minds, thoughts, prayers, and laughs forever.
Following her wishes, there will not be a funeral service. However, well-wishers are encouraged to write a note of farewell on a Budweiser can and drink it in her honor. And remember to live life to the fullest and laugh, laugh, and then laugh some more.
The family would like to express a special and sincere thanks to Teresa, Dana, and Ashley with Deaconess VNA Home Care and Hospice for their passion, dedication, and patience.
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Julie Anderson
October 16, 2022
Just reread her obituary yesterday (I did screen shots of it)! Jan was a wonderful, funny woman and she would have loved her obituary and the tribute her boys gave her I was one of her mobility drivers, miss our conversations
Cindy Phelps
August 20, 2019
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful tribute to your beautiful Mom & Grandmother. She sounds like somebody I'd like to hang out with. She truly lived LIFE to the FULLEST!!! RIP <3
Teresa Martino
June 23, 2019
That was the best obituary,. Ive ever read, and makes me wish I knew her. She sounds like someone I could relate to! I can only hope to be half the woman she was! God Bless you all, and thank you for sharing such awesome words to describe a woman who we all could learn from. Your love is evident
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Yvette Simmons
June 14, 2019
Rest peacefully in God's loving arms Miss. Jan Lynch. I have never met you but, because of this wonderful telling of your life, that made me laugh, I actually saw your Wonderful life and I thank you for guiding my fingers to your obituary, I see you standing next to my sister Keisha Alexander with your arm around her and you both are laughing and giving me the thumbs up. I was looking at my sister Keisha's obituary and it was hurting me so much and for some reason it felt as though something that took my hand and had my finger touch the box the box in the top left hand corner of the m. Legacy.com page and I saw where it says read some funny obituaries so I touched that and your name came up that wonderful picture of you. And I was laughing and happy and it made me think about the fun times my sister Keisha and I had,so I know that you will just Walk around heaven and you walked pass my sister Keisha and saw her looking at me crying and decided," let me fix this real quick" THANK MISS. JAN LOIS LYNCH
Monique Wood
June 1, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God soothe your hearts and minds during this difficult time and may you find comfort in knowing that your loved ones are precious to him and is in his memory. Psalms 116:15
Elizabeth Meredith
April 5, 2019
I do wish I had known her, as we may be related! Carry on!...right past the signs and rules!
Paula Sexson
January 23, 2019
I'm so, so sorry to hear of Jan's passing. I worked with her at Target. She was always positive, had a great smile, a joke, and a wonderful laugh. She was so much fun to be around. I think of her often. She will be greatly missed. May peace and comfort be with all of her loving family and friends. RIP, Jan.
Harry Simpson
January 3, 2019
Godspeed Jan...
Tammy Davis
January 2, 2019
RIP Jan....
Tammy Davis in Vermont
Tammy Davis
January 2, 2019
Don't. Know her...but I'm truly sorry I never met this truly awesome woman. We would have been good friends no doubt! RIP! And please let Jesus know that I appreciate my answered prayers?
Raquel McManus
December 19, 2018
I am extending my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jan.
May the sense of humor and laughter that she must have brought to all who met her comfort you at this challenging time.
Romans 15:13 May the God who gives hope fill you with...peace by your trusting in him.
November 27, 2018
May the great times remembered be a comfort at this difficult time and times to come.
CP., La.
Becky Carter
November 13, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss, your mom sounded like she was a lot of fun, be blessed in your memories.
BJ Clark
November 9, 2018
"A life well-lived".......Your mom was apparently a treasure of a woman! I would have enjoyed being friends with her, I'm sure! I pray that your wonderful memories of this great lady will bring you much peace and comfort......"Precious Memories"!!!!
November 8, 2018
It would have been nice to know you, ma'am!! Its too bad you're gone. You seen to have raised an awesome family.
Beth Sledge
November 8, 2018
This is what we should all strive for in life - to be remembered fondly and loved after a life well lived!!
Thomas Family
November 8, 2018
We didn't know your mom but we have family in Boston and like an ice cold Budweiser! Whenever we have a Bud her life story will come to our mind. Thanks for sharing your kind hearted memories and times shared with her.
May your family have the peace of God during your time of loss. Phil4:7
V. G. Sisson
November 8, 2018
I followed what appeared an interesting link on FB and was both entertained and reminded what a life well lived looks like. I wish I would have had the opportunity to meet this unique spirit because such purpose, passion and humor are rare. They teach others so much about the value of being in the moment and making the most of the now. I am sorry for your loss however see that you are left with more than enough memories and lessons to provide comfort and laughter going forward. Thank you for sharing her with us even if only in a beautiful obituary.
Pam McGrath
November 6, 2018
Wow, what a wonderful tribute to this woman! I wish I could have met her; we would have been fast fast friends. Her family really has captured her personality in their obituary. She's in heaven having a great time I'm sure.
Clare Pitoniak-Morse
November 6, 2018
I wish I could have gotten into trouble with this woman - you must have so many great memories and she clearly passed along a great sense of humor and love of life. Keep enjoying life and your loved ones the way she did!
JANIS MILROY
November 6, 2018
Her story and her family give me hope for this country. Go Jan, go Pats, go Sox, go Celts, go Bruins. I don't drink Bud but my next beer is a Bud in her honor.
Barry
November 5, 2018
I wish I had the opportunity to belly up with your Mom or Grandma, a Pat's game, a cold bud "don't like warm beer", and a good laugh.
To the son who turned out ok please share my condolences with the rest of family.
In memory of Jan Lois Lynch
Sarah Frazier
November 5, 2018
Sorry I didn't know your mom. She sounds amazing! Cherish the time you had with with her. Sounds like more than one of her sons turned out OK.
Jan Lois Lynch, this Buds for you!
This ones for u Jan
Reggie Carter
November 4, 2018
God bless her and the family. Someone sent this link to me saying. That she reminds us of you . Lol. So let me say Jan. This buds for you. May God keep and hold you and let the family always remember her just the way she was.. a true spirit.
Coll W
November 4, 2018
I was born in Massachusetts and lived there for my first 30 plus years. I still love the Patriots and have a fondness for Budweiser from my St. Louis Cardinal fan husband. He's still holding a grudge from the series where the Red Sox creamed them, it was a tense time in my marital history and I'm sure your Mom would have approved :)
I don't know any of you but I wanted to say that the tribute, which I saw on Facebook, really warmed my heart. It's clear she raised you right. You have a thousand, and then a thousand more, fun memories to warm your heart until you see her again. I betcha the Lord lets her design an wicked awesome Jersey!
Joyce L
November 4, 2018
A remarkable woman who seems to have passed on her zeal for life; what a terrific obituary! We also wish we knew her, but, tell her to be on the lookout for our Ma, she'll be the redhead with the Miller Lite in her hand! Bless you all, keep hugging. Slainte!
Elsie Bowen
November 4, 2018
I also did not know your mom. I saw your story on the news this morning and it made me laugh!! What an amazing way to remember her! Even now threw your words she is still inspiring others to live life to the fullest and most of all LAUGH!! My dad was amazing like your mom and I'm sure the minute heavens gates banged open my Dad was thankful to see a fellow partner in crime!! Thank you all for sharing your mom with all of us!!
Maureen Burke
November 3, 2018
I didn't know your Mom but from her obit, it's a shame if you don't throw a huge party in her honor. She sounds like she made a LOT of people smile and laugh. Hell. I'd go!! Take care of yourselves. It sounds like she's left a large empty spot on the planet.
Rose Clair
November 3, 2018
A life worth living! I raise a Budweiser to you Jan!
Tricia Button
November 3, 2018
I'm sitting here crying for the loss of a woman I never met but wish I had.. I would have liked to share a beer with her but not a Budweiser I drink Lite....sounds like she'd get on me about that! Bless you all.
Vee Mack
November 2, 2018
What a true inspiration, thank you!
Nancy D
November 2, 2018
May I be half the woman she was....never knew her, and I've missed someone remarkable.
November 2, 2018
A woman after my own heart. I hope I can leave this world as gracious as she did. Godspeed, Jan! Doris
Jim Sullivan
November 2, 2018
Magnificent!
Mike E
November 2, 2018
My regret is that I never was able to have a beer with her. She sounds amazing. Peace be with your family.
Heidi H
November 2, 2018
I don't know her, but I think I would have really loved to spend time with her! Thank you for celebrating her life and making me smile today.
Bill Nelson
November 2, 2018
Wish you could have seen the Sox win another World Series! But I'm sure you're on a duck boat somewhere!
God bless you and your family.
Lisa
November 2, 2018
I didn't know her, but what a beautiful tribute to a woman who knew how to live!
November 1, 2018
What an inspiration. Thank you for sharing her personality and zest for life with the world.
Petrina Pollari
November 1, 2018
I just watched the TV clip that you did on your beloved Mother!! What a wonderful woman and you are a great family. May God Bless you during this time-Petrina Pollari-Hartland, VT
Bo KANE
November 1, 2018
Lynch Family,
Didn't know her. Never met her. But the world was a a better place when she was here and heaven got a lot livelier when she arrived. God Bless Jan Lois Lynch and all her loved one's who remain. Go Pats, Sox and Budweiser!
Ruth Algary
November 1, 2018
Though I did not know this amazing woman I am totally in love with her and her free spirit. I hope she is entertaining someone, somewhere.
November 1, 2018
Simply beautiful.
Shirley Atwood
November 1, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I would have loved to know your Mom! She's the one that everyone wishes would be their Mom too! Amazing obit for an amazing woman!
Sarah Lutz
October 31, 2018
Unfortunately I did not know you in this lifetime, but maybe the next. This Bud's for you, Jan.
Sue Johnson
October 31, 2018
I too didn't know your Mom but she must have been someone very special. Best obituary I've ever read and best picture ever. My condolences to each of you. Keep up the laughter :)
October 31, 2018
I saw a news segment on Tristate News about Jan Lynch. Her love for life and her family was inspiring to hear. What an awesome tribute! My condolences to her family for their loss and warm wishes for each member of her family to continue her zest for life. Wonderful picture of her!
Stephanie
Shelly Harvey
October 31, 2018
Extraordinary tribute to this woman!
Tami Floyd
October 31, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends, Jake and Luke sounds like your mother will give Bill Floyd a run for the money in that special place in the sky, may God bless you and your families in this difficult time
Andrea Orth
October 31, 2018
I'm sorry for your loss. I didn't have the pleasure of actually knowing your mother. I must however say that after ready her obituary I know I would have loved her. I hope people that didn't know her read it and possibly learned a thing or two. Live your Life to the fullest, enjoy your family, laugh daily and drink a beer every now and then!!!
Christina Fultz
October 31, 2018
Sorry for your loss she sounds like an amazing woman it's a shame I couldn't have meet her I myself am a caregiver and love all of my patients they all have a special place in my heart and just by reading this I feel like I have known her forever may the Lord bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
Julie Anderson
October 31, 2018
I drive for Mets Mobility and always loved picking your mom up! We had a blast, she was exactly how you described her. She will be truly missed but never forgotten!
Patricia Boulais
October 31, 2018
What a glorious word photograph that you have written in her honor!
And - what an extraordinary testimony to her spirit! Thank you for sharing her legacy.
Patti
Shirley McKendree
October 31, 2018
You do not know me at all, but the love, respect and pure admiration you speak with when describing your mom brought tears to my eyes. As a former single mom, thank you for dignifying her with these wonderful words and my you be surrounded with love and comfort during your time of loss. Shirley McKendree
October 31, 2018
This is the absolute best remembrance of life I've ever seen. I'm not sure if I should send condolences or congratulations on having a mother that taught you how to live your best life. Keep your heads up and your hearts full, fellas.
Karen Etcovitch
October 30, 2018
Beautiful picture, wonderful epitaph, lovely woman. An inspiration for us all. So sorry for your loss.
Bill Dahmer
October 30, 2018
Sorry for your loss and my loss for never having the pleasure of meeting this inspiring lady !
October 30, 2018
Just read this and its beautiful! I wish I would've known her she sounds like a blast! My condolences.
KD Bask
October 30, 2018
Jake and Luke- So sorry for your loss. What a wonderful way to remember her though!
-Kara B.
Lisa
October 30, 2018
Loved the pic, loved the obit and I'm sure I would've loved the lady. Having a beer in her honor.
Josh Gilmore
October 30, 2018
Best obit ever! I'm sorry for your loss.
Lisa Roth
October 30, 2018
Farewell to a dear comrade and possible partner in crime that I never had the pleasure of meeting! Sail on! ❤
Matt M
October 30, 2018
Thanks for being an inspiration!
Christi Jenne
October 29, 2018
I'm lighting this candle so that your mother will never be in the dark. I'm not sure she needs it as I would bet she lights up any place she enters.
Denise Carter
October 29, 2018
My condolences on your loss of what sounds like an amazing woman.
Thank you for sharing her life with us through this remeberance.
I drank a beer in her honor today.
Kate
October 29, 2018
I'm putting this obituary on my fridge so I can see it every day and remember how I should be living my life.
Ckaudette Branson
October 29, 2018
Your mother's lively picture caught my eye as I scanned yesterday's obituaries. I proceeded to read one of the funniest, most clever obits ever. What a tribute to her! What a loving treat she must have been for all of you! Remember the sunny, funny days and keep laughing.
Leslie Head
October 29, 2018
Cheers to you Jan & Godspeed. What a lovely way to remember your mom. By the way you explain her personality she would be impressed. Condolences on your loss.
Angele Green
October 29, 2018
Sorry got your loss. This was absolutely beautiful and enjoyable. Wish I could've met her!!!
Gina Nally
October 29, 2018
Although I dont know jan or any of you. I just wanted to pay respects. Best Obituary ever. With that being said. Jan had to be quite a lady full of love kindness and of so Hilarious. I assume this was a wish of hers.. if so you the" family are the Best, fir doing so.
Lisa Vogel Whitehouse
October 29, 2018
My deepest condolences on the loss of this wonderful woman! I had the pleasure of working with her many years ago! Her quick smile and even quicker wit was something I truly adored about her. This obit definitely is something she would have enjoyed, as she always fully lived her life!
May happy memories of your much loved Mother comfort you in the difficult times ahead!
Melissa Roe
October 29, 2018
Never met your mother but she sounds like she was one hell of a lady and bravo to you her children for having such a funny, personal obituary. I'm sure she's smiling down knowing you have such wonderful memories of her and your life with her.
Tiko Blane
October 29, 2018
Greastest Obituary I've ever read. Sounds like she lived life on her terms. That's what I define as success. Prayers & Condolences to the family.
October 29, 2018
I never knew your mother, and have nothing to share, but I sure wish I did know her as she sounds like she added a lot to this world and will be missed.
October 29, 2018
I wish you boys Peace, Love and Light. Thank you for sharing this obit. I did not know your mom, but I wish I had! Amazing! Be Well.
October 29, 2018
I love this!
Rick Wells
October 28, 2018
Guys, your Mom was great! My condolences.
Bryan Gibbs
October 28, 2018
Greg and Jeff, I remember your mom well. She was that "cool mom". The obituary is priceless and brought a smile to my face remembering a time long ago. Prayers for you and all of your families.
-Bryan Gibbs
A Jillson
October 28, 2018
I do not know you or your family, but I know that you were blessed beyond measure to have a woman like this in your lives. My condolences to you all. What a gift she was and that she left you with, the gift of love and laughter!!
October 28, 2018
I did not know your mom..but after reading her obit (which the wonderful picture drew me to it) it warmed my heart and made me smile..how wonderful that she lived life fully..how wonderful you all know this and handle her passing so beautifully. I have to say this us the first time I have ever wrote on a memory [email protected]
Jennifer Young
October 28, 2018
I never met your mother.but she sounds like a woman i would have liked to have as my friend. A life well lived, my condolences.
Angie G
October 28, 2018
I'm sorry for your loss. I don't know your mom or any of you - but THANK YOU for the well written obit!
Amy Mayhugh
October 28, 2018
Fly high to one of the strongest moms!! Being our next door neighbor for so many years and keeping the crazy boys in line. Prayers for strength for Jeff and Greg and Jake and Luke!
Chris Blake
October 28, 2018
Sorry guys for your loss. Your mom was a great women. I know she would have loved her Obit.
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