Bettina Dorothy Lynch
November 21, 1929 ~ December 24, 2010
Services:
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 11:00 AM in St. John's Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will be private.
Bettina Dorothy Lynch, 81, died on December 24, 2010 at her home which she loved with family by herside in Hollywood, MD. Born November 21, 1929 in New Jersey she was the daughter of the late William and Margaret Zachares. Mrs. Lynch was the loving wife of the late Edward Aloysius Lynch. She is survived by her children; Tim Lynch (Ginger) of Richland, WA, Jody Gilstrap of Mechanicsville, MD, Nancy Lynch of Nanjemoy, MD, Michael Lynch (Peg) of Upper Black Eddy, PA, Ellen Palmer (Steve) of Bethesda, MD and Joanne (Katharine) Lynch of Louisville, KY. Tina is also survived by her grandchildren; Barbara Drake, Christopher Lynch, Joshua Lynch, Sarah Gilstrap, Zachary Gilstrap, Selah Lynch, Marta Lynch, Aaron Palmer, Ryan Palmer and Maria Palmer as well as great-grandchildren; Carter Drake, Camryn Banagan, Austynn Drake and her cat Tigger, who will miss her greatly. She is preceded in death by her sister Margaret Pasczyk. Mrs. Lynch grew up in Nutley, New Jersey and graduated from Nutley High School. She earned an Associates Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. After marrying Edward Aloysius Lynch they lived in California, England, Massachusetts, North Carolina and Alabama before settling in St. Mary’s County when Edward took a job at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. When her children reached adulthood, Tina took up real estate, and worked for O’Brien Realty for many years, and won many awards among them was being named Southern Maryland Realtor of the year. The family wishes to thank long-time and dear friend Sheila Nelson for her kindness in giving compassionate care to Tina in her final months of life. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 11:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Ray Schmidt officiating. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s County, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and Patuxent Riverkeepers, 18600 Queen Anne Road, Rear Barn, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.
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“We are so sorry to hear your mom passed. We will keep her in our prayers. “
“Jody, Nancy and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love, Wanda & Rick”
“Our prayers go out to Mrs. Lynch’s family and may God help you all through this difficult time.”
“My prayers are with your family. I was Tina’s hairdresser years ago and she was truly one of my favorite people. She will be in my thoughts and prayers.”
“My Prayers to the Family.”
“Ellen and the rest of the Lynch family, so sorry for the loss of your mother. Will keep you all in our prayers.”
“Sarah,Jody wishing you and your family strength and peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“I am sad for losing such a great friend and colleague but I rejoice in Tina’s life and the the fact that Tina is at peace. She was a blessing to so many people and I know she will be missed. I never met a kinder person. Pete and I will be out of town and will not be able to attend the service but our thoughts and prayers will be with all her family and friends. “
“Dearest Timmy, Jody, Nancy, Mike, Ellen and Joanne – It is with deep sadness and sorrow that I read of your wonderful Mother’s passing. Sending my deepest, most hearfelt sympathy and prayers to all of you and your families. — Massey”
“Jody, Nancy and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful lady. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Connie and Randy “
“I am sad to hear of Tina’s passing. I am away and will not be able to attend her Mass. I have enjoyed knowing Tina for nearly 30 years and wanted all of you to know she was liked and respected by everyone in the real estate community and loved by all of us at O’Brien Realty. She has been a great friend to me and I will miss her.”
“Ms Lynch Family, the Cusic family are so sorry for your loss, Half Pone Point has lost another neighbor. Your Family had a great mom, always cheerful and kind.”
“Mrs. Lynch’s friendly smile and her zest for life will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.”
“Jody, you and your family are in our prayers. Glenda Hill”
“Joanne and family: We are so sorry and wish we all could be with you for the service. Much love to you.”
“Joanne & Family – what a wonderful legacy your mother leaves behind! I am sorry that I had not the privelege of knowing her, but the wonderfully extensive list of family and loved ones she leaves behind speaks volumes. I hope that the pain of this loss will soon be balanced by the joy you can all take in being part of a life so very well lived. Comforting prayers are sent your way. Nancy Doctor “
“Tina was such a lovely person. I’m so sorry to hear of her passing. Her O’Brien family will truly miss her. I feel blessed to have known her. She always spoke so lovingly of her family. May God keep you all in his embrace and bring you comfort at this sad time. “
“Joanne and family, I am tremendously sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.”
“Tina was a classy, wonderful woman. She will be missed. “
“Tina will be greatly missed. She was a kind, loving person with a warm heart and a beautiful smile. I’m blessed to have known her. “
“Ellen and all of the Lynch’s, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My deepest sympathy, Kris Ann “
“I am truly sorry to read of Mrs. Lynch’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. May God give you the strength at this difficult time. Remember all the wonderful times you had together.”
“I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Tina. She has always been such a jolly happy person, that it almost seemed contagious. I will keep Tina and all of you in my prayers.”
“Jody, you are in my prayers. Jim and I are sorry to for your loss. God will keep you in his loving arms. Love, Mel & Jim”
“To the Lynch family, I am so sorry for your lost. I had the pleasure of meeting your mom years ago while working with your dad. She will be missed by many.”
“May all the good memories help you through this sad time, Warm hugs, kisses and prayers to the family! The Nelson, Potter, Elgersma and McFann Family!”
“Joanne and Family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Steffi and Sophie”
“Joanne and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Tina was one of a kind; always had a smile and something nice to say to brighten your day. We have missed her greatly at O’Brien Realty. My husband knew Ed and they had many “boating discussions”. I know Tina will be at peace with her beloved husband and the Lord. God bless you Tina; you will be missed.”
“Jody, My prayers and love are with you and your family at this time of loss. May God provide you the comfort you need.”
“Jody and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time.”
“I was sorry to hear about your mother. We became good friends and competitors when I lived in MD when I retired & moved to SD we had lunch every time I visited. She was so very proud of all of you. You have my prayers.”
“Joanne and family: We are so sorry we aren’t able to be with you all today. We are thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories. Love, Jenny, Mark, Kate, Anne Kash & Molly”
“Jody, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“To the Lynch family, I am so sorry and devistated to hear of your mother’s passing. Both Monica and I will keep her and all of you too in our prayers. God bless you all.”