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Lynn Christina Goodspeed

1972 - 2025

BORN

1972

DIED

2025

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Swan Funeral Home

1224 Boston Post Road

Old Saybrook, Connecticut

Lynn Goodspeed Obituary

Old Saybrook - Lynn Christina Goodspeed passed away Dec. 11, 2025, at the age of 53. At the time of her passing, Lynn was a longtime resident of Old Saybrook.
Lynn was born April 6, 1972, in New London, and grew up in East Lyme. She was a proud member of the East Lyme High School, Class of 1991. Lynn dedicated her life to caring for others, working in end-of-life care, and was in the process of furthering her education at Middlesex Community College. She took great pride in her work and found true purpose in helping those in need.
Lynn was thoughtful, creative and empathetic. A devoted mother, she loved baseball and rarely missed her children's games. She was known for her compassion, strength and selfless heart.
Lynn was born to the late David and Shirley (Graves) Goodspeed. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Ellis Snyder. She is survived by her son, Casey Snyder of Waterford; and her brothers, Jim Goodspeed of Clinton, and Gregory Goodspeed of Waterford.
Calling hours will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Swan Funeral Home, 1224 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, with a prayer service beginning at 4 p.m.

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Published by The Day on Dec. 20, 2025.

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Mark Ciliano

December 20, 2025

To the Goodspeed family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dave Fairman

December 20, 2025

Rest in Peace Lynn

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1224 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

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