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Toomey-O'Brien Funeral HomeThomas Lynch Obituary
Northampton, Thomas A. Lynch, 56, passed away February 9, 2026. Born in Springfield, May 6, 1969, he was the son of the late Cornelius and Doris (Provost) Lynch. Tom was a US Army veteran during Desert Storm and was a self employed roofer and carpenter for many years. He loved animals, bowling, cornhole, and cooking for others. He was an avid follower of Star Trek and was very proud of his military service. He leaves his sister, Kerry Devlin and her husband Mark of Charlton and his son, Tavis Lingley of Springfield. A funeral home service will be Saturday March 7, 2026, at 11AM from the Toomey-O’Brien Funeral Home 1043 Westfield St West Springfield with burial to follow in St Thomas Cemetery. A calling hour will be Saturday from 10-11AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Soldier On 425 North Main St Building 26, Leeds, MA 01053 or online at https://www.wesoldieron.org/
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1043 Westfield Street, West Springfield, MA 01089
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