Edmund Elliott Lynch Sr.

Born on Feb. 29, 1936 in Springfield, Vermont, Edmund was the beloved son of Louis Edmund Lynch and Ethel Berta Hathaway. Also predeceased was a sister, Arline Louise and a brother, Eugene.

After graduating from Lake Placid High School, he entered the U.S. Air Force where he became a Chinese linguist at the Yale Institute of Far Eastern Languages. When discharged after

serving in Korea and Japan, he enrolled at the University of San Francisco for a B.A. in Asian and American Studies, then received an M.A. from the State University of New York at Cooperstown for Museum Administration. Ed then pursued a Ph.D. at Boston University. These achievements evolved into a long career as a museum curator, administrator and public servant. Colleagues and friends remember him for his competence, stellar leadership,

generous spirit and unwavering commitment to others.

He lived a life of integrity, compassion and quiet strength. His family was the heart of his world. He leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Nancy; his children, Katherine “Kelly” Redder (Christopher), Tara Lynch Penny (Randy), Edmund Elliott Lynch Jr. (Julie); Meghan Lynch McGee (Douglas); a sister, Veronica Twomey (David); grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews; a host of relatives and in-laws; and lifelong extended family friends for whom he was profoundly grateful. Edmund had a unique way of making everyone around him feel valued. Whether through a kind word, a hearty laugh, or a helping hand, he left an indelible mark on those who knew him. His legacy of love, faith and service will continue in the lives of all he touched.

A funeral mass will be held at Fairport, New York’s Church of the Assumption on Monday, Feb. 16 at 11 a.m. The burial service at St. Agnes Cemetery and a gathering to celebrate Edmund’s life will be held during the week of July 6 in Lake Placid, New York. Friends and family are welcome to attend and share memories. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.