John Patrick Lynch

LYNCH, John Patrick - Died April 21, 2007, age 88, at home in Cloverdale surrounded by his loving family. John was the devoted & beloved husband of Mary Lynch; father of Michael Lynch (Linda), Patricia Sartain (James); grandfather of David Lynch (Betsy), James Lynch & Nicole Sartain; great grandfather of Sean & Kate Lynch; dear friend of Charles Mahon; brother in law of Robert Curti (Carol), Edward Curti (Judy) Eleanor Knaperek & Margaret Lynch. John is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews in Chicago, IL & Mendocino Co.. John worked for PG&E for 32 years in numerous positions. He was a decorated veteran of World War II serving as a tail gunner on a B17. He relished sharing memories of his war experiences with family & friends. He kept in touch with his flight crew until his passing. He truly was a founding member of "The Greatest Generation". John was a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, VFW & the Italian Catholic Federation all of Cloverdale. John's family extends their heartfelt gratitude for the tender care provided during his final illness by Memorial Hospice's capable and caring staff. Family and friends are invited to attend a vigil service, Tuesday, April 24, 2007, 7:00 p.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 491 So. Franklin St., Cloverdale. You are also invited to attend the Funeral Mass Wednesday, April 25th, 11:30 a.m. at St. Peter's with a reception to follow in the church hall. Graveside services will be at Santa Rosa Memorial Park Wednesday 3:00 p.m. Donations made in John's memory to Memorial Hospice, 821 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95401 would be appreciated. For further info please call FRED YOUNG FUNERAL HOME 894-2540