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Carteret - John J. Lynam, 68 of Carteret passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center in Rahway.
Born in Jersey City, John was a lifelong resident of Carteret and was a member of Divine Mercy Parish-Holy Family R.C. Church in Carteret. John was a salesman in the food industry for many years before becoming a proud substitute teacher within the Perth Amboy Public School System. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and dedicated baseball and softball umpire and football official within the NJSIAA organization as well as NJSFU and NJFOA. He was inducted into the NJSCA Hall of Fame in 2014. He was honored to mentor many umpires within a community he considered to be his second family; holding several offices in that organization. Additionally, John was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was undoubtedly a sports fan, always cheering for UNC and Seton Hall Basketball, Yankees Baseball, Rangers Hockey, and Giants Football.
John was predeceased by his father Jack Lynam. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Barbara (Kilar) Lynam; his devoted children, Christopher and Jennifer Lynam and her boyfriend Ken Cleary; mother, Rosemarie (Paladino) Lynam; siblings, Michael Lynam and his wife Michaelene, Susan Beers and her husband Duane. Also surviving is his aunt, Joanne Williams, his nieces, Danielle and Allie Beers; nephew, Charles Lynam; mother in law, Mary Kilar and brother in law, Michael Kilar and his wife Margie. He is also survived by many loving cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be private under the direction of CHUBENKO FUNERAL HOME, 625 Port Reading Avenue, Port Reading. Interment will be held at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia.
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Diego Canovas
February 12, 2022
Just learned of John´s passing. He was a great friend and teammate all through carteret little league and into high school. I will always recall fond memories of our past!
Jennifer
April 9, 2020
I love you Daddy ❤
Suzanne Carey
March 27, 2020
My condolences to all of the family. I worked with John sometimes when he was substituting. Always loved seeing him around. He could always be counted on, and I loved when he was in for me. He held the students accountable. More than that, though, John was a great person, and I enjoyed chatting with him. He is definitely going to be missed. Rest in peace my friend...
Elaine E
March 26, 2020
I remember John as my student and then as a family member of my friends Mary and Bob Lynch. So sad to hear of his passing and send my deepest sympathy to his wife, Barbara, and his children, Jennifer and Christopher. You are in my prayers. Elaine Turk
March 23, 2020
He was a good substitute and was loved by all.
Maria P
March 22, 2020
I'm a student at PAHS and I didn't know him that well, but he would sub often for my classes and I remember one time my table was having girl scout cookies and he came over and talked to us a bit and we shared our cookies with him. I think that will be one of my favorite days he subbed for my class. He really was apart of the Perth Amboy High experience. May he rest in peace.
Marissa Pena
March 22, 2020
My condolences go out to Mr. Ls loved ones. I had him as a substitute numerous times throughout my 12 years of schooling in Perth Amboy. He was always nice and cared about the students. He will definitely be missed.
Joanne Rudis
March 22, 2020
My deepest condolences to Barb, Christopher and Jennifer, along with all of John's family and friends . I worked with John for over 20 years and he was a great friend and great person .
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