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Kevin Lynch Obituary
Erving, MA - Kevin Francis Lynch, 74 of Erving, MA passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Northampton, MA following a brief and sudden illness. He was born on May 8, 1950 in Greenfield, MA, the son of John and Rita (Kane) Lynch. He graduated from Greenfield High School in 1968 and later from Greenfield Community College. He had been employed at Kennemetal for over 30 years.
He was a gentle, quiet, reserved kind man who liked making people laugh. His wife, children and grandchildren were his world. He was an intelligent man and his wife always told him to try out for Jeopardy because she couldn't believe how much he knew and she always there to say "Good one Hon" or "How did you ever know that?". He was not a big reader, but he was a great listener and soft spoken. He would always gibe our children sound advice and never raised his voice. He played football in high school and his passion was watching sports, especially Red Sox, Bruins, New England Patriots and many other sports. He especially enjoyed watching his children play sports. He also enjoyed music. His favorite was Genesis and Phil Collins, and was a Roady years ago for Green Lanterns. Kevin and Gail were not travelers, but did enjoy going to Las Vegas to see Elton John and to Disney with the kids. They were close an enjoyed each other's company.
He is survived by his wife, Gail of 37 years, daughter Erica Dunn, son Wesley Platek (Jenn) grandchildren, Katelynn and Jonathan Dunn, Austin and Nathan Platek, and Ben Johnson. He was predeceased by his best friend Paul Harrington, who he always said was his brother from another mother.
At his request there will be no services.
Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave, Northfield, MA is in charge of arrangements.
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Pat Hastings Thompson
October 18, 2024
Gail, I'm so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Prayers for comfort during this very difficult time. Ever need to talk, I am here. I know what it's like - so hard!! Keeping you and family in thoughts and prayers
Jody Brown
October 16, 2024
Gail, so very sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
With love, Jody
Michael Rogalski
October 16, 2024
Kevin a very dear friend for over 60 years. Another brother, with a second mother at our Birch st. residence, we stuck together and experienced all there was to see and do, through grade, junior and high schools, and even community college together. Such a true friend as he was very special, in all circumstances, never failing! It´s a heavy loss.
Sandi platek
October 15, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss Gail. The obituary described him to a Tee and he sure was smart. He was the same through school as he was in later life. quiet but fun and quick with a comeback too! A loss of this magnitude is not easy to get through. But you will. Praying for your comfort and strength. Love, Sandi and George
Mike and Gloria Wehner
October 15, 2024
What a beautiful obituary Gail! Will always remember him with a joke or two, soft-spoken and so smart! He will be dearly missed! Love you!
Tommy & Nikki Linscott
October 15, 2024
Gail, Tommy and I are so very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Our families have been friends for many years, since long before I was even born. We love you and our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Tommy & Nikki Linscott
Marita Hutchinson
October 15, 2024
Dear Gail( and family), I was so sorry to learn of your husbands passing. Prayers for Kevin and prayers for you to be comforted as suffer through your loss.
Mary (Harrington) McLellan
October 15, 2024
Gail and Family - I'm so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He and my brother Paul were like Butch and Sundance back in the day. The two of them woke my sister Tricia and I up one night to drive out to the Meadows (before houses) to see the Aurora Borealis. They were adventurous and fun and very funny. Kevin was family to all of us and I wish him Godspeed.
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