William "Bill" Patrick Lynch, age 89, of Long Neck, DE passed away peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by family, at Pappus House in Thomasville, PA on May 31, 2025.

Bill was born on February 2, 1936 in Queens, NY, the son of the late Richard "Casey" and Mary Lynch. In Bill's early years, his father was transferred to Washington, D.C. to work at the White House. While it was common for dinner guests at his home to be prominent White House figures, at the time, Bill's mind was fixed on how he could sneak outside to play baseball. Oh, how older versions of himself would envy the opportunity to talk with presidents over meals his own mother prepared! After high school, he served in the Navy. Once back in Virginia, Bill met the love of his life, Mary, while working for Good Humor. Of all his jobs, he took dedicated husband the most seriously!

During their life in PA, Bill and Mary owned and operated stores at 3 different family locations where Bill made 1,000's of connections/friends. Bill's biggest joy was living in DE. He worked for Tunnel Companies, was their top salesman, and finally, in his later years, pool attendant at his beloved Lakeside location. Regardless of where he was, Bill loved people and people loved him back. You could always find him joking around with friends or even complete strangers.

When it came down to it, Bill was a simple man. He loved taking rides through DE state parks or sitting at the bay. As a couple, Bill and Mary were great at romanticizing their day-to-day life together. Time spent with family and friends was absolutely cherished and documented in detail on his calendars that he kept to reference year-to-year. His favorite foods were hot dogs, baked beans, and mac-n-cheese. He loved a nice apple pie and vanilla milkshake from McDonald's. Watching various game shows and the Washington Nationals/Commanders on TV were huge highlights for him. In the words of Bill, "that's my story and I'm sticking to it."

Bill was preceded in death by his parents Richard "Casey" and Mary Lynch; siblings James, Henrietta, Joseph, Mary, and Elizabeth Lynch; and daughter Rebecca Lynch.

Bill is survived by his loving wife Mary Eileen of Long Neck, DE; children Patrice (spouse Joey Castellano) of York, PA and Paul (spouse Gayle Lynch) of Fairfax, VA; grandchildren Bailey, Katie, Michael and Wendy; and great-grandchild Austin. A celebration of life will be held later in the Summer to bring together all the wonderful people Bill's life touched, details to come.

If sending cards, flowers, or plants please send to 945 S Royal Street, York, PA 17402 the week of the 9th or after.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Bill's name to Pappus House Thomasville, PA  www.pappushouse.org.