Robert J. Lynch
July 1, 1964 ~ July 19, 2015
Robert J. Lynch, 51, died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Beverly Hospital following a sudden illness. He was the loving husband of Irene A. (Leydon) Lynch, with whom he shared twenty-three years of marriage.
Born in Saugus on July 1, 1964, he was the son of the late Robert and Rosemarie (Colella) Lynch. He was raised and educated in Danvers, and was a graduate of Danvers High School, Class of 1982. He went on to earn an associate’s degree in culinary arts from Essex Aggie.
A lifelong Danvers resident, Rob was employed with Sylvan Street Grille as an executive chef and restaurants throughout the North Shore.
For more than thirty years, Rob enjoyed coaching both American and National Little League, Babe Ruth Baseball, and Danvers Girls Softball. He was a fun-loving guy with countless friends. Above all Rob was a family man dedicated to his wife and four children. He lived his life with love and laughter and took GREAT PRIDE in his children’s accomplishments.
Rob’s greatest gift was his ability to make and maintain friendships with everyone he touched. He forged lifetime connections with his family, his friends and his co-workers, regardless of age. He was unique in that he counted his children’s classmates among his own dearest friends.
In addition to his wife, he leaves his children, Jillian, Jessica, Danny, and Shannon Lynch, two sisters, Maureen Bernard and Kelly Pszenny, and his father-in-law Charles Murphy, all of Danvers. He also leaves his sisters-in-law, Jeanne-Marie and Diane Leydon, and Denise Leydon Harvey, his brothers-in-law, Frank, Daniel, and Andrew Leydon, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his mother-in-law, Jeanne Leydon Murphy, and his father-in-law, John Leydon.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 9AM in Saint Richard Church, 90 Forest St., Danvers. Burial will follow in Wadsworth Cemetery, Danvers. Visiting hours are Thursday from 4-8PM in C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers Square. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rob’s name may be made to the Rob Lynch Family Fund at http://www.gofundme.com/roblynchfamilyfund .
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Robbie and I were so close at SSG and after I moved to Danvers we reconnected. While at SSG in Salisbury, we worked and laughed long days. He was always very supportive during my hard times and very proud of me during my accomplishments. He was always there to answer any questions I had about Danvers and the school system when I obtained custody of Courteney. She also grew to love Robbie and watched us crack each other up. Courteney would shake her head at us as we acted like children. Just having fun and laughing. That’s how I’ll always remember my good friend. My life will not be the same without him and was better for knowing him.
Irene, I was so sorry to hear about Robbie. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Lauren Woodward
To the Lynch family;
I was so sad to hear of Rob’s passing. In the few years that I knew him, we had some laughs and great talks about Shannon’s ability as a softball player. He truly loved to come watch Shannon play. during the game we would talk and laugh about what Shannon was doing right and wrong. He was a great dad, a great coach and he will be missed by me and many others. My thoughts are with all of you during this time.
Jeff Clickstein
Irene I am heart sick over the shocking, devastating, TRAGIC loss of Rob. PLEASE know I am thinking of you and praying for you and the kids. I am SO glad I was able to see Rob on the 4th of July. Who knew my last memory of him would be of helping Wally carve a pig! I wish you all the strength and fortitude you may need in the days ahead.
With DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND REGRET, Terri Rauseo
Rob, you were one of a kind, I will never forget the day you pulled me aside and gave me a very private compliment about coaching Shannon! I won’t share the details but it nearly brought tears to my eyes and made me realize why I coached and what coaching really means. Thank you buddy! Rest in peace! We are all here for your family!!
To Irene Jessica Jillian and Danny, so very sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. He was a nice man and loved his kids. With deepest sympathy, Paula Santapaula
As a community we are devastated by the sudden loss of the beloved husband and father, Rob Lynch. Many of us are searching for a way to express our support for Irene, Jessica, Jillian, Danny, and Shannon. A family fund has been established. Please follow the link below if you would like to help. All our love to the Lynch family.
http://www.gofundme.com/roblynchfamilyfund
-Lil Guerrera
Thinking of you Jill and your family xo, Kim Burkhart
Maureen – I am so sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts are with you, his wife and kids, and the rest of the Lynch family. Sending strength and love.
Jillian Earp Durand
Like a lot of people I met Rob many years ago leaning against the back stop at memorial field watching our boys playing baseball. I remember criticizing a call by a young umpire until I was reminded by Rob that the umpire was a teenage boy and certainly not going to be perfect. This was the kind of considerate person that Rob was. Our families have remained friendly since that day as we have spent many moments together watching our boys play football, basketball and baseball together. I have had the pleasure to watch his son Danny grow to be a gentleman as he and my son have been close since a very young age. In Danny, Rob leaves behind a wonderful legacy that is a tribute to the kind of person he was. Our thoughts are with the Lynch family. Rest in Peace.
Maureen and the Lynch Family – I am so sorry for your loss – my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of sorrow.
Kathy Harvey
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I worked with Rob briefly, In that time I learned that he was a good man, a great father as he always spoke of his family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family my condolences
A man of many passions, family, sport or even work he had an amazing amount to give.
Rob Lynch lived life with a passion, and his greatest passion was his family. He loved them with all of his heart and was so very proud of all his wonderful children. His eyes would just light up whenever he spoke of Jessica, Jillian, Danny and Shannon. Being a father was his most cherished role, and one he excelled at with a natural ease. He was also a terrific coach, and great friend to many. If you spent any amount of time around Rob, you were sure to soon be smiling and laughing. His trademark baseball cap perched on his head and a big grin on his face, that’s how I will remember Rob. Love and prayers to the Lynch family.
The O’Donnells
I was so saddened to hear about Robert. Too many young people leaving us too soon. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Pat & Chris Berg
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Maureen , I am very sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Lisa
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Shannon and the entire Lynch family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. The Spignese Family
I had the pleasure of working with Robbie. I learned a lot from him. He had a big personality and an even bigger hart. The pride he took in his children was undeniable. My thoughts and prayers are with the Lynch family
Irene, please know that Rob is looking over your family with love, joy and pride at the
incredibly, wonderful mother and wife you will always be to him! I do not have an athletic
bone in my body, but appreciated Rob’s sense of humor. I envied his ability to be like
“Speedy Gonzalez!” Please know that I share your deep sorrow and pain and understand
that feeling that he was stolen. Fear not, he is with you spiritually and you will always hold him in your heart. I know you feel that the earth is shaking. Your heart is breaking &
your legs are quaking. “Whenever you need a friend, call me & I”ll come running to be at
your door. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall…all you got to do is call & I’ll be there. Ya you
have a friend!!” Carol King Sentiment: Joan Maureen Callahan
Danny, I am sorry for the loss of your father. We played basketball together & may not
have been close, but your Dad was cool! My mom sent u something. Take a look.
Hope you like it. She is funny like your Dad!
So sorry, Liam Winston Callahan
Hey, shout out to the twins. I am sorry re: the loss of ur Dad. He was a hot shit! We all
liked him. my mom sent you two & your mom something 4 tomorrow. It may help u. I don’t
see it, but she is artsy/fartsy! Enjoy? Farewell to a great man. you were blessed to have a
great Dad!!! Kyle Callahan
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rob was a great guy and an even greater family man! shocked to hear of his passing he will be missed!
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I have known Robbie for over three decades and it’s hard for me to imagine the world without him. When I was young, he taught me the value of hard work, preparation, and fairness. As an adult he showed me the importance of family and always watched out for me like I was part of his. Robbie didn’t teach me these things just by talking about them, he taught me through his actions. While we had many long conversations in our lives, it was always his actions that revealed his true character and great spirit.
I have never met a man more proud of his family. Whatever else was going on in his life, when the conversation turned to his family he just beamed. It was his most endearing quality, and one I have taken to heart and strive to emulate in my own life.
Robbie played many roles in my life- big brother, boss, friend, father figure, business partner- and he filled them all ably. His loss will leave a big hole in my life, and in the lives of many, many others. He was a great chef and a great coach, but more importantly in both he was a teacher, who wasn’t afraid to speak his mind in confrontation or support.
My heart goes out to Irene, Jillian, Jessica, Danny, and Shannon, who have lost their greatest champion and loving husband and father. Robbie’s life may have been cut short, but I hope you find solace in the fact that he always strove to give you the best of him and always presented the best of you to the world as well. In living his life the way he did, he left a legacy of love that will live on in your hearts and mine, forever.
Sincerely,
Jesse Tremblay
” I have known Robbie since we worked at the Village Green together.We had so many great laugh’s whenever we worked together. Robbie was a kind and caring gentleman. I will always treasure the great times we had at the Village Green. Sending prayers and hugs to his wonderful family and friends. He was well liked by all and great pleasure to work with him. Rest in peace Robbie you will have a special place in my heart.
Sincerely,
Carol Carter
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As Rob’s beloved Mother in Law Jeanne taught me, There are Angels all around US. May the Angels of Irene and children surround them now and in the future as they grieve for their wonderful husband and father. Rob was always a gentleman to US when we visited. He will be remembered that way by our family. God Bless!
I will forever remember Rob for his smile, sense of humor and the twinkle in his eye at family events. I will always appreciate the wonderful rehearsal clambake he gave us to help kick off our marriage and the welcome into your beautiful family. I will keep him always in my heart.