Martin Joseph Lynch

Relation: Friend and co-worker

Dolly and family, we are very sorry for your loss at this time and know the grief that goes with that loss. I also know of the love and devotion Marty had for you and the family and I am sure that those memories of his presence and impact will stay with you and comfort you at this time. May God's abundant love and presence comfort you at this time. Rod & Mary

Mr. Lynch was one of my very favorite teachers. I will never forget his smile. We were all so glad that he came to so many of our class reunions. He will never be forgotten.

Former student 1958

When I was 4 years old, I lived with Uncle Marty and my grandma and grandpa at Lake Owasso. I have vivid memories of seeing him walk down the long driveway on his return from school at Cretin. His wonderful wit and sense of timing was inherited from his dad, Joe Lynch and I miss them both tremendously. We were able to spend an afternoon with Marty in his last week of life and even then he was a teacher by example; his wit and recall were all intact and it was a memorable day that will...

I just today learned of Mr. Lynch's passing. It's been a long time, but I remember Mr. Lynch as a good and kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Dan Rooney
Park High class of 78

This is what I read at father's funeral and it is Mr. Lynch's last assignment to you all:

Sing this part:Yipee ki yo ki yay…

dad’s favorite music was country western…Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline….who knew?

At first I thought it would be really hard to be up here and then I thought no, wait, it can be easy…I thank you from our family and close with a “Marty Lynch” story…

And that’s where it got hard again…God knows there’s a lot of “Marty Lynch”...

Mrs. Lynch and Family,
It is with sadness, that we are advised of Mr Lynch’s passing away. I know it is a difficult for the family. However, it also a time for a celebration of life and Marty influenced and inspired many, many hundreds of youngsters during his career. I recall at one of our reunions (Class of 1962) his statement that “the most enjoyable time of teaching was when he had all of the Junior Students.” That ended shortly thereafter, as the district grew astronomically. He...

Dear Betty and Family,
I am sorry to know of the loss of your father. I have fond memories of you and our friendship as well as the Lynch family.

Dear Lynch Family,

I was very saddened to hear from several people today the passing of Mr. Lynch. Your husband, father and grandfather was a man of great character and class. For me and countless others Mr. Lynch was a true role model worth observing and admiring. My prayers and thoughts are with you.