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Leo Lynott Obituary
Leo Lynott, 57, of South Whitehall, PA embraced others and made people his priority. This strong bond with those surrounding him enabled Leo to wage his seven year battle against colon cancer. Early on Wednesday morning, December 9, Leo took his last breaths as his wife and daughter held him. Born in Scranton, PA, Leo, son of John and Romayne Lynott, was a student at the University of Scranton, Kutztown University, and the Baum School of Art, a US Army medic, a technical illustrator at Draeger and most recently worked at LVECU. Above all of these experiences he cherished being a father. Survivors: Leo is survived by his wife, Vicky; children, Shawn, Haley, Cassie, her husband, Bonga; mother; brothers, John, Francis, and Anthony; sisters, Romayne Gerrity, Marianne Mac Donald, and Teresa McCarthy. Services: Friends are welcome to celebrate Leos life at a casual reception January 2, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Baum School, 510 Linden Street, Allentown, PA. Contributions: Haley Lynott Education Fund, KNBT, 1660 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104.
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Vince & Alice Lynott
January 1, 2010
All our sympathy to Vicky and the family. We just found out today. God bless you all.
Monica and Kelly Ryan
December 28, 2009
Mrs. Lynott and family,
My mom and I have just learned of your loss. We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most holy season. Please accept our sympathy and our heartfelt condolences. We think of you often, Mrs. Lynott. Monica and Kelly Ryan
Joseph Fuchs
December 26, 2009
I was greatly saddened to hear of Leo's passing. Leo and I worked together at Draeger for many years and he was a very good friend. Every day we spoke of family, sports and everyday topics and his humor made me laugh.Leo loved his family and I am sure he is in heaven and resting peacefully.
Alicia Heist
December 22, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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Mark Zellner
December 22, 2009
My experience with Leo was brief and took place many years ago. He and I worked on a crew that collected botanical herbs in less than ideal locations. My memories are of a hard worker always quick with a smile and a fast friend. My fondest memories are of Leo, his good friend Shake & Bake, and the "Boys of Bush" singing every song any of us had ever known. What a great guy. When I think back to those days, it still brings a smile and always will.
Janet Jeffers, IHM
December 20, 2009
To the Lynott Family,
I was so sad to hear of Leo's death. I knew he was struggling with cancer for some time. He's free of pain and suffering now and is, surely, home for Christmas.
I know that this leaves a big hole in your family that will be there for a long time.
I, too, have memories of Leo as a fun kid with his short curly hair. Lots of happy memories at the Lynott homestead on Myrtle St. in the Hill Section of Scranton.
Enjoy your "New Life," Leo. You are missed by all of us who knew you.
Rest in peace, Leo, in the wide, warm, welcoming arms of God.
Ricki Stein
December 20, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Megan Sverha
December 20, 2009
To the Lynott Family,
I just wanted to say how very sorry I am to read of Leo's passing. I didn't know him well, but I went to school with Shawn and Cassie. Whenever I did see him, he always had a big smile on his face. Seemed like a wonderful man.
My sincerest condolences
Seth Guindine
December 18, 2009
Leo was a great friend. I started at Draeger in 1994 and he helped me learn the software that I was to use in my job. Without his help, I would not be the Graphic expert that I am today. He was always able to answer any questions I had, normally with his sense of humor mixed in. He helped make it fun to work at Draeger.
Thank you Leo!!!
December 16, 2009
Mrs. Lynott and family, I was very saddened to hear of Leo's passing. Please accept our condolences. Our prayers are with you.
Carl Holliday (Hatfield, Pa.)
Susan Keyser
December 16, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ted LoRusso
December 14, 2009
Dear Mrs. Lynott, Spike, Frannie, Posie, Maryann, Theresa and Tony,
I am deeply saddened by Murph's passing. Once, a lifetime ago, when I had trouble learning how to ride my brand new banana bike, and everyone else had given up trying to teach me, I sat on the concrete ledge that ran up Ridge street, dejected, forlorn, sobbing like a baby (I understand I did a lot of that back then). Eventually, the street lamps popped on, summer lights faded, and the deep anthracite-purple shadows of night spread across Myrtle Street, as everyone went home to watch television...everyone but Murph, that is. Murph took me and my bike in hand, and said, "Come on." He then walked me behind Prescott School and stayed with me for hours until I learned how to ride that damn bike. Besides the bike, Murph taught me how to swim at Lake Lincoln; he took me fossil hunting down by Roaring Brook; countless times we walked to IHM church together to say mass as altar boys. When I close my eyes I can see his shock of curly hair, his chin raised to the sun, always on the lookout for what life had to offer...and that laugh, a mischevious giggle that no doubt made the angels shudder with glee. I apologize for getting overly sentimental here...it's just, well, Murph was like a brother to me, and that is how I shall always remember him. To the end of my days, Murph will be sorely missed, and devoutly remembered as a great kid, a good man, a brother.
With great love and saddness,
David Curry
December 13, 2009
Mrs. Lynott, Spike, Frannie, Posie and family,
Please accept our prayers and condolences at the loss of Leo. I remember him as a young lad when I was hanging out with the rest of the Lynott family. I send you all and Leo's family my sincerest sympathy. God bless you all.
Dave Curry
Peggy and Charlie Gahwiler
December 13, 2009
To the Lynott Family,
We are very saddened to hear of Leo's passing. Growing up in the hill section,we had such fun times with Leo and the Lynott family
We send our deepest condolences to Leo's wife and children
Hold onto those wonderful memories of
Leo and you will be fine.
Love, thoughts and prayers,
Kay & Frank Shields
December 13, 2009
To all members of the Lynott Family, Kay and I send our deepest sympathies. I have met Leo several times and know what a courageous battle he has been going throught over the last several years. He is truly someone who has shared a great deal of his life and treasures with those who knew him. God will take care of him now I am sure.
To my friend Spike, I want to express my heartfelt sorrow for the loss of your brother. I know how much you loved him and will miss him. Kay and I will surely keep him in our prayers.
God bless you all.
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