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Francis Xavier Lynch (Fran), age 68, of Broomfield, CO. formerly of Fairfield, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014. Fran was born and raised in Fairfield. He graduated from Roger Ludlowe High School where he excelled in football, leading the team to the State Championship, which no team has won since. He was later inducted in the Roger Ludlowe Athletic Hall of Fame. Fran attended Oklahoma Military Academy and was later drafted by the Denver Bronco's out of Hofstra University. He played his entire professional football career from 1967-1976 wearing # 22 with the Bronco's. Fran served in the United States Air Force Reserves. He was an avid golfer, and loved coaching his grandson's football team the "Legacy Lightning" from Legacy High School. He also coached the "Broomfield Blitz" football team, as well as the Fairfield University football team many years ago. Survivors include two sons, Kevin and his wife Robin Lynch and their sons, Matthew, Ryan and Adam of Broomfield, CO and Scott Lynch of Phoenix, AZ; and a sister, Jeanne Gussen of Fairfield. He was predeceased by a brother John Lynch. A service celebrating Fran's life will be held Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield. Interment will follow in St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Community Care, TRU Hospice Care Center, 1855 Plaza Drive, Louisville, CO 80027. (303-449-7744). For further information or to sign an online guest register please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com
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Brian Murphy
October 23, 2014
Whether the St Thomas playground,Sturges Park, Ludlowe's field or the stadiums of the NFL, Fran was always a winner. He was also very good at just being Franny. Good friend,rest in peace.My condolences to Jeanne and the Lynch family.
Walter Marcinowski
October 19, 2014
Fran was a talented athlete but even more a good human being with a big heart. He was always stopping by to see my parents and brother frank when he was in town. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Ed Gates
October 17, 2014
One great fullback & linebacker on our Roger Ludlowe state champ football team. Rest in peace!
Jon Westberg
October 17, 2014
To a leader of men.. and space in his heart for many. Carry on Fran!
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Paul Sullivan
October 17, 2014
Dear Lynch family . Fran as a 'Flying Tiger' you and your teammates set the bar for the rest of us to aspire to. Obviously we never did,but still remember going into the locker room and looking at that record board where your name was prevalent. A long time friend from Denver remembers you as an 'Ironman'. Hell maybe they coined the phrase on that. As a lesser 'FT' I wish you 'Salamat Jalan' Co-Captain 'FT's'1974. Paul
George Martin
October 16, 2014
I have great memory's of our high school days and the adventures of L & M in New York City. RIP.
Roger Ludlowe High School 1961/62
Paul Brundage
October 16, 2014
Gallagher, Tallman, Shnipes, Lynch and Skubas - a million dollar backfield. My deepest sympathies to all of Fran's family.
Pete Gallagher, II
October 16, 2014
Wow I am so saddened by this news. I remember growing up and playing with Kevin and Scott when they moved back to CT. I remember playing football with Fran in the side yard. I remember Fran bringing me into the Broncos locker room at Shea after they played the Jets. However, the thing I remember most is Fran always had a smile on his face.
Maryann Janik-Somers
October 16, 2014
I remember cheering for you and the rest of the TIGERS at the state championship. God bless you for the pride you brought to Ludlowe, and it carried on to all the people you touched in your life. Maryann Janik Somers.
Bob Meyers
October 16, 2014
Will miss you Fran. Had a lot of fun playing for you. God bless the Lynch family.
October 16, 2014
A great football player and a great person. My condolences on your loss.
Bill Lang Fairfield CT
October 16, 2014
To Kevin and his family, the Fairfield guys (Kevin knew about us as a little kid) remain forever grateful to Fran friend for the memories he gave us, and more importantly, for the friendships we formed. The season of 1979 was a blast, and will be an enduring memory. As you know, we had the most fun off the field. Ted Tyma
Michael McGuinness
October 16, 2014
Played for Fran at Fairfield. A truly enjoyable experience and a great guy to play for. Sorry for your loss.
Pete Gallagher
October 16, 2014
So many memories;So soon;So sad. My condolences to Jean, Kevin,and Scott.
October 16, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you, Jean, and all your family.
Mary and Terry Donahue
Phil
October 16, 2014
With deepest sympathy to the Lynch family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead...(Psalm 5:1).
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
October 16, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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