Michael-Lynch-Obituary

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Michael B. Lynch

Seattle, Washington

Mar 21, 1945 – Jan 2, 2018 (Age 72)

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BORN
March 21, 1945
DIED
January 2, 2018
AGE
72
LOCATION
Seattle, Washington

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CLOSED-Harvey Family Funeral Home Obituary

Michael B. Lynch
aka "Ukulele Mike"

Born March 21, 1945 in Seattle; died unexpectedly January 2, 2018 in Leavenworth, WA.
Survived by Collene Sinclair Lynch, his loving wife of 47 years; children, Erin and Dianne; his brother, Tim (Lucy) and their family; and the entire Sinclair Clan.

Viewing and visitation will be Thursday, January 11th from 5–7 PM at Hoffner Fisher & Harvey
508 N 36th St, Seattle 98103
Funeral Mass will be Friday,
January 12th at 5:00 PM at
Christ the King Catholic Church
401 N 117th, Seattle 98133
Reception with
"Hootenanny" to follow

Remembrances may be made to Puget Sound Kidney
Centers Foundation
https://www.pskc.net/support-our-work/ways-to-give/

Guestbook at harveyfuneral.com

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It is so beautiful to see how "Ukulele Mike" continues to receive ongoing tributes from those of us he reached and immensely helped through his YouTube Channel, as well as how Mike´s channel continues to help so many every day! What a blessing that his family has kept Mike´s video lessons, musical advice and insights active all these years after Mike´s unexpected and untimely passing. I am forever grateful for all you have done for every one of us in the ukulele community who continues to use...

I miss you so much. Such a great teacher!

Auntie Jean in Hawaii

Remembering you with great fondness and all the wonderful memories of the cruises together. Auntie Jean

Even after all these years the videos that Mike posted are my 'go to' recommendation for those who join our ukulele group. More then a few have started their journey with the ukulele based on his teaching. Some have even gone on to play in our performance group - Aloha Ukulele Strummers. He will always hold a special place in our hearts for his willingness to spend time to share his love of the ukulele with others.

Thinking of you Colleen & family and sending love as you remember your Mike!

Mike's videos is what helped me get started with the ukulele, and really accelerated my love of music throughout my adolescents and teenage years. Just today a former student of mine asked where I learned to play the ukulele, and I had the opportunity to share Mike's videos with her, and unintentionally discovered his late passing. I am honored to have learned from him, and to pass his lessons on to the next generation.

Folk Ensemble, Nathan Hale HS 1973. You were the best teacher! Still thinking of you, Mike.

Remembering "Ukulele Mike" for all the music videos and showing me how to be more proficient playing the ukulele. Such a generous man to share the gift. Thank you and Rest In Peace. The good die young.....

Am just finding Ukulele Mike´s play alongside on You Tube. Playing with him has brought me to another level. Such an excellent teacher. Please know his gift of music and teaching influence lives on.