Michael B. Lynch

Michael B. Lynch obituary, Bridgewater, MA

Michael B. Lynch

Michael Lynch Obituary

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Michael Bradley Lynch, of Bridgewater, passed away suddenly on April 4, 2025.
Michael was a United States Marine Corp Veteran, serving from 1974-1978 and receiving the honorable man in Platoon award. After his time as a Marine, he joined the National Guard and served his country for an additional 20 years. Michael was a member of the Devil Dogs Motorcycle Club. He enjoyed scuba diving and boating. Michael was talented at playing the guitar and singing. He was an avid cooker and was always creating new meals to try. Michael's main passion in life was his family and spending time with those he loved. He will be sadly missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Beloved husband of Darlene M. Lynch (Ellis) of Bridgewater and the late Kimberlee L. Lynch (Leone). Loving father of Alana Dimario and her husband Eric of Rhode Island, Meghan Stanieich and her husband Adam of Lynnfield, Michaelene Lynch of Bridgewater, and stepchildren Heather Laskey and her late husband Adam of Delaware, Stephanie Gannon and her companion Dave of Delaware, and Catherine Gannon and her companion Nick of Bridgewater. Cherished grandfather of 11 grandchildren. Adored son of the late Honorable Neil Lynch and the late Ann Lynch (Bradley). Caring brother of Marion Lynch of Florida and the late Neil Edward "Eddie" Lynch. Treasured brother-in-law of Denise Lynch. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 2-5 PM in the Chapman Funeral Home, EAST BRIDGEWATER. A celebration of life will be held at the Chapman Funeral Home, East Bridgewater on Monday, April 14, 2025 from 10-11 AM. A military burial service will follow at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne promptly at 12:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Michael may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation or to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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