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John Lynch Obituary
John F. Lynch, 74, a lifelong resident of Hamden, passed away on Sunday, September 17th, 2023, at his home. Born in New Haven on October 9th, 1948, he was the son of the late Vincent and Frances Harten Lynch. John served his country faithfully in the US Army during the Vietnam era as an Infantry Man in the 1st Air Calvary Division, Specialist 4 and was the recipient of the National Defense Service, Vietnam Service, Vietnam Campaign, Air, and Bronze Star Medals, the Combat Infantry Badge and was a Rifle Sharpshooter. He had worked for the Southern Connecticut Gas Company for over 40 years until his retirement. Father of Jamie (Stu) Hawkins. Grandfather of Lily and Rosie Hawkins. Brother of Vincent Lynch and Kathy Wanat. Also survived by his partner and caregiver of 23 years Robin Gengaro, and all of his beloved nieces and nephews.
The visiting hours will be Friday, Sept. 22nd from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to Blessed Sacrament Church/St. Paul VI Parish, 321 Circular Avenue, Hamden on Saturday morning, Sept. 23rd at 10:30 to attend a Mass of Christian burial. Military honors will immediately follow the Mass in the front of the church. Interment will be private and at the convenience the family www.northhavenfuneral.com
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Kim Renta
September 25, 2023
My deepest condolences to his family and especially to his loving partner Robin.
Thomas Coria
September 21, 2023
Condolences to the Lynch family
I knew John from High School and the old neighborhood. A quiet and soft spoken guy he was but a great friend to have known growing up in Hamden in the 60´s. Rest in Peace!
Thomas Coria
Branford
Stephen Pavlich
September 21, 2023
Jamie,
You , Stu. Lily and Rosie are in my prayers. Love you all!
Steve
Carl Jordan
September 21, 2023
My sympathy to Robin, and all of John's family and loved ones. John was a nice guy and a hard working man. I'm sure John's soul is in heaven and he's with all his family and friends who predeceased him. Rest in peace John.
Sal Scalzo
September 21, 2023
R I P .John.... Condolences to his family
Steve
September 20, 2023
Condolences to the entire family...RIP John!
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