Lynn H. Southmayd, Jr.
Lynn H.Southmayd, Jr. (he always insisted on the junior), 75, died suddenly at his residence in Lake Placid, on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. He was born in Lake Placid on July 25, 1948 (in the old hospital on Mirror Lake Drive). He lived in Lake Placid for most of his life, except for a time working in Connecticut.
Returning to Lake Placid, he worked at a series of odd jobs at various places: The Thousand Acres, McDonald’s, the Lake Placid Club and, finally, at the Crowne Plaza.
He liked Pepsi and potato chips, popcorn and peanut butter — he really liked PB. Lynn retired in 2010 and spent his remaining years living a quiet life. He enjoyed watching The Price Is Right, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, The Young and the Restless, and General Hospital.
His mother, Mattie, his father Lynn Sr., and his brother Harry predeceased him. His sister Alma and a slew of cousins survive him. There will be no calling hours or services. Burial will be in the spring at Central Cemetery in Jay. To share a memory or leave condolences, please visit www.mbclarkfuneralhome.com. The M. B. Clark, Inc., Funeral Home in Lake Placid is in charge of arrangements.