Humphrey Jeremiah Lynch

Dear Loved Ones, I loved Uncle Jerry very much, he was a blessing in my life and for all those who knew him; and when I think of him I always think of Uncle Jerry and Aunt Alice. They loved each other very much and those that recognized it , it was a good good thing. Geralyn told me it is a good thing they are together again. It is why it is so important to cherish who he is today. Tears will be shed, but they are not the exclusive property of grief. I often wonder if we understand where the tears of grief and tears of joy begin. or even if we need to know. To me, they are just another blessing, like a sudden summer rain-warm , unexpected and fun to splash around in. Which leads me to my memories of Uncle Jerry and Aunt Alice.....the family reunions, which make me laugh until I can't breath. The campaigning for District Attorney and Circuit Judge; attending Democratic headquarters on a winning election night, what thrills! I had to attend court for an assignment in criminology, picked one at random and was surprised to see Uncle Jerry standing at his table at the front. He turned to make a visual sweep of the gallery and turned back to front. Suddenly he turned around and waved at me, in the back row; hardly courtroom behavior I thought, but has impacted me at the humbleness of this important man, in my eyes. I am sure it was something he didn't remember, but I have never forgotten. The calls on Christmas Eve, singing "We wish you a Merry Christmas......" And the birthday calls, singing.... oh my goodness, even the wrong dates and being in tune be damned! The love and laughter were the right tunes. And then there is Geralyn and Joe; wonderful Roger and Ann and their children....always a hug, smile, helpfulness, a laugh, and love. Learned well from Uncle Jerry and Aunt Alice. We are there in your heart- Love is always respectful, And you have all of ours, Rae Ann and Mark and John and Mariah

Thinking of your family at this time of loss. Sending love and prayers your way!

THIS MAN IS MY HERO. He gave me more than I can ever thank him for. He will be forever in my heart. My heart is aching for him but I know he is at peace with all our loved ones in heaven. Uncle Jerry's most precious gift to me was his faith in God. He lived his faith in all aspects of his life. He was a kind and gracious man and I thank God for him. His loving and grateful niece Pat McCann Hilgers

Joe - so sorry to hear about your dad. I have great memories of him driving all of us to Edgewood High School of the Sacred Heart. It's sounds like your dad had a very full and rewarding life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. I hope you and your family are all doing well. My email address is tflesch@gflesch.com - I would love to hear from you. All the best. Tom Flesch

The volunteers, flight team and board of Badger Honor Flight mourn the loss of their hero, Jerry Lynch. We are thankful for his military service and proud to have served him on his trip to Washington, D.C. in April 2012.