Larry Lynch

Larry's legacy lives on in the Irish Dance community in the Bay Area. Any time I've joined a Country Dance occasion, those more knowledgeable than me have been so welcoming and warm. It is Larry's legacy. Thanks to him and thanks to you, dear Shaina, whom he loved so very dearly. - Caitlin Croughan

Ah, dear Shaina. I discovered this today online as I was searching for you and Larry. You´d been on my mind frequently this past year. I am so sorry to hear about Larry´s passing. He was a kind and generous man who I will remember always for his love of music and dance and all things Irish. He enriched my life during the years of set dancing classes and I will keep you both in my heart. Blessings to you. Dana Prichard

Larry Lynch introduced me to Irish Country Dance. He was a scholar in the field and helped preserve many of its important dance traditions. A national Irish step dance champion, he wanted to bring ease and even romance into people's lives through country dance. In his classes he was a great teacher, modest and full of fun. My mother and father joined him on a 'country dance' tour of rural Ireland, and just loved it. Our hearts go out to you, dear Shaina. I still remember your beautiful...

On behalf of the Peace Corps community, our most sincere condolences to Larry's family and friends for your tragic loss. I am grateful for Larry's service to his country as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Brazil, and know that he positively impacted many people in his lifetime of service to others. Glenn Blumhorst President & CEO National Peace Corps Association www.rpcv.org

I learned just yesterday of Larry's passing at the memorial celebration of Cliff Jenkins. I have Larry's series of Irish dance books and music. He was my favorite teacher at Stocktin Folk Dance Camp and I will miss Mr. Lynch's gentle cueing and dance calling at The Land. May this gentle, humble teacher and expert Irish set dancer rest in peace, knowing he made a difference in the lives of his students. May Shaina and those who grieve his passing be granted strength at this difficult time, and...