Obituary of Richard J. Lynch

Richard J. Lynch, Sr. (Dick), 81, a life long resident of White Township, NJ, passed away Monday, October 27, 2014 at St. Luke's Warren Campus. Born in White Township, NJ on October 24, 1933, he was the son of the late Edward and Jessie R. Mershon Lynch. Dick was part owner of the S & L Auto Parts, White Twp. and the owner/operator of Lynch Flatbed Towing Service. He was an avid NASCAR fan. He was especially passionate about Ford automobiles. Most important, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great friend to all who knew him. Dick was a member of the Knowlton Lyons Club and an honorary member of Mt. Lake Fire Company. He was predeceased by four brothers, Donald, Bobbie, Bud, and Bonnie; four sisters, Tootie, Helen, Mary Alice and Anna. Surviving are his wife of fifty years, Mildred E. Akerstrom Lynch; a son, Richard J. Lynch, Jr. of Pohatcong, NJ; a daughter, Lori A. Pelt and her husband Adam S. Pelt, Jr. of White Twp, NJ; a grandson, Noah J. Pelt; a brother, Thomas Lynch of FL; many nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to be made in his memory to Mt. Lake Fire Co. or Oxford Emergency Squad. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of Richard J. Lynch, Sr. You are invited to add a Tribute in his memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences. Read Richard Lynch, Sr.'s Obituary and Guestbook on www.macfaddenfuneralhome.com.