John D. Lynch
John D. Lynch, son of the late Warwick Police Chief James F. Lynch, who died last Tuesday is being remembered as a man who loved his family and the city. And there’s also no forgetting his passion for politics, as well.
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John D. Lynch, son of the late Warwick Police Chief James F. Lynch, who died last Tuesday is being remembered as a man who loved his family and the city. And there’s also no forgetting his passion for politics, as well.
He would have been honored by the turnout of elected officials and the politically connected at Sunday’s wake at St. Gregory the Great Church in Cowesett. Some, like Rhode Island Treasurer Seth Magaziner, never met John but have worked alongside many of his children who serve in state and community leadership positions. Others, like Kathy Lynch, a cousin, are part of Lynch’s extended family, or like Brian Flaherty, a neighbor whose kids grew up with the Lynch kids.
In total, somewhere between 1,000 and 2,000 mourners, some waiting as much as two hours, paid respects to the family who stood beside the casket and in front of the altar. Two State Police Troopers were motionless at parade rest at the head of the line in a solemn tribute to a man who filled a role of mentor, adviser, coach and sage to the extended community. But John was also known for his “one liners” and sometimes unique ways to resolve problems – like the helicopter.
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