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Michael Lynch Obituary
Holt - Michael is survived by his wife and best friend of 54 Years, Mary Ellen Lynch (Connelly); brother in-law, Fr. James Connelly; daughter, Andrea Carlson and son-in-law, Richard Carlson, of Holt; son James Lynch; daughter-in law, Melynee Weber-Lynch; grandchildren, Emma Carlson, Jack Carlson and Owen Lynch.
Born in Green Bay, WI, on Sept. Jan 23, 1942, Michael was the only son of Harold J. "Red" Lynch and Katherine Dorothy Lynch (Karsten). He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating with a degree in physics.
He immediately went to work for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA. Michael spent his entire 33-year, professional career there, retiring in 1997 as a deputy director.
Michael and Mary Ellen retired to Loudon, TN. Both became active members St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, as well as the Good Samaritan Center of Loudon County Ministries. Michael served as the non-profit poverty assistance center for many years.
He was a lifelong model-railroader, dabbled in wood-working and doing his children's science fair projects. He truly loved doing for others and spent a lifetime learning new things.
For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
(www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org) in memory of Michael Lynch. Friends may send a condolence to the family on Michael's obituary at www.palmerbush.com.
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May 13, 2020
Mary Ellen, we were so sorry to hear about Mike. We know he wasn't well when you left Tellico. We always enjoyed Mike's input when we were in "Why Catholic " together. We will remember him and your family in our prayers. Jean and Gene
Cate Campana
May 8, 2020
Aunt Mary Ellen - I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Mike, I know the last few years have been rough on all of you...some of my fondest memories from childhood were the Christmases spent with you all, and he was such a positive, strong male figure in my life...I will miss him dearly. If there is anything at all that I can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask. Love, Cate
Jim & Charlotte Buckreis
May 6, 2020
We met Mike and Mary Ellen through our neighbors Bob & Lois Reddlinger and their mutal love for model trains. While living in TN Mike and Mary Ellen were members of the church we attend . Rest in peace Mike!!! Condolences to the family.
Ron and Bea Filbert
May 6, 2020
We were very sad to read this morning in the Knoxville newspaper of the death of Mike Lynch. Mike and Mary Ellen were our neighbors in Tennessee. Mike was always willing to help us with tasks of which we had very little knowledge and experience. In short we couldn't have asked for a better neighbor.
Rest in peace dear Mike.
Pamela Lehman
May 5, 2020
We consider ourselves extremely fortunate that we spent time with this amazing man and his family. We love you, Lynch Family.
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