MARC LYNCH

Condolences & Memories (22 entries)

• Marc has been a client of mine and advertised with me for 15 years. I am a big San Diego Chargers fan and of course he is all over the Arizona Cardinals. I would always look forward to our chats every few weeks about what he has now collected and some stories of facts about WHA or the history of some teams. I thought I knew a lot about sports, but Marc by far exceeded even my knowledge on the history of players and events. He was a great man that I loved doing business with which developed into a great friendship and for that I am extremely grateful. Jackson and my son were the same age and played 3 on 3 together during the past year and he was so very proud of his family life and going home working on some moves with Jackson. He will be sorely missed by all and I am so sorry that I wasn't able to attend his memorial as I just found out about his passing this morning. Please accept my condolensces Sylvia Jackson and Grace along with the rest of the Lynch family. Kevin Hughes - TSN1290 - Posted by: Kevin Hughes (Friend and business associate) on: Jan 25, 2016

• I first met Marc on eBay, of all places! He bought a particular hockey card from me, that made me ask him what he was collecting. Turns out we had a common interest in that set! We soon developed a friendship and a kinship over our "hobby" (obsession/passion/whatever!). Marc even brought his son Jackson to my son Aiden's birthday party in 2014. We still have that rocket ship (from Chapters?) and the hand made card that Jackson did for Aiden. I will forever miss Marc, and our conversations about the hobby, hockey history, and life. Standing in the parking lot of St James Civic Centre after RRSCA meetings freezing our toes off for two hours while we talked hobby stuff are memories I will never forget. Marc never did get to pen his hockey history book we were talking about. :( Sylvia, Jackson, Grace... please let me know if you need anything from me. Jackson, if you need a hockey card buddy, I'm here for you, man. Nice to talk to you today (for the first time ever LOL) Sylvia. Take care. Every tomorrow will get a bit easier than today was. Marc, rest in peace buddy. I'll bust a box of cards for you one day soon! - Posted by: Robert W. Brown (Friend, Fellow Collector) on: Jan 20, 2016

• My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of the Lynch family. I had the privilege and pleasure of knowing Marc through my years as Executive Assistant of the Construction Labour Relations Association of Manitoba (C.L.R.A.M). Whether I was talking on the phone to Marc confirming his attendance at our numerous Board Meetings/functions and/or contract negotiations over the years or in person, Marc always took the time to chat, was so upbeat and so kind. He was well respected and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. May your cherished memories give you support through this very difficult time. - Posted by: Lorraine Clapham (Business) on: Jan 12, 2016

• Annual meeting with Marc and his staff was something that I always looked forward to. Marc is a gentle spirit with the perfect combination of grit and grace. I loved to hear about the success of Randall Plumbing but truly cherished seeing Marc's face light up as he talked about Grace and Jack, their interests, their unique personalities, sharing always truth, stories of the heart. "Death is such a surprise and an adventure." (quote by Elizabeth Lesser) I wish this adventure to be a true gift for Marc. I will pray for your family, "Remove the veils so that I might see what is really happening here and not be intoxicated by my stories and fears" (also by Elizabeth Lesser) as you try to understand why and how this is your new reality. May love surround you during this difficult time that lies ahead. May you gain strength by staying connected to Marc's spirit that lives on. - Posted by: Debbie Styles (Financial Advisor for Randall Plumbing & Heating) on: Jan 12, 2016

• We have known Marc for only a brief time and have always looked forward to the times we have met for business. An extraordinary gentleman and kind person, I cannot fathom how much he will be missed by his wife, children, family, and close friends. His presence will certainly leave a gap with us here; to have known Marc is a treasure. - Posted by: Helen Marshall-Adamietz (Contractor (US)) on: Jan 12, 2016

• I met Marc over 20 years ago, and have such great memories of him, memories I will always cherish. Although we lost touch over the years, I always considered him a friend. I ran into him this past summer at Menchies, I was there with my mom and daughter and he was there with his children and their cousins. We hugged, we chatted and we were going to get together to catch up on all the news.....life of course gets busy and we never did get together......now I wish I was a little more persistant. Rest In Peace My Friend. You will be missed. My condolences to the Lynch Family. Jacqui Bell - Posted by: Jacqui Bell (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2016

• We were shocked to read of Marc's passing. Our condolences for your loss. - Posted by: Laurie and Gary Magorel (Friends) on: Jan 11, 2016

• I will never forget the conversations we had when he visited me at my store. Whether we talked about sports cards and collectibles, politics, his work or mine, the WHA, I was able to learn from him. I am very thankful that I got to meet Marc and know him, although for too short of a time. Praying for the family. Mike Bergmann - Posted by: Mike Bergmann (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2016

• Our thoughts and prayers go to the Lynch family on hearing this really sad news. we wish you peace and strength. - Posted by: Ray Torbiak and Family (friend and neighbor) on: Jan 11, 2016

• Marc. You were a quiet strength behind our Association - for many years. When you were elected President just last May, you created a vision of what and where MCAM should be. The Board of Directors was truly thrilled with what you had in mind. We will not drop the ball on this, Marc. We will endeavor to make it happen. We will cherish the work you have put into this industry and into this Association. On a personal note, you have been my strength through a very tumultuous time. You have left the legacy that you dreamt of with respect to the relocation of MCAM. This was a huge undertaking. You are going to be missed so very much by all of the members of MCAM. And our thoughts also go out to Jim Kazuk and Jamie McNabb,, past Directors of the Association who are no longer with us. It was wonderful to meet Sylvia at the Assiniboia Downs last August. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and your children, Grace and Jackson, and your parents, Bob and Shirley. Betty - Posted by: Betty McInerney (Mechanical Contractors Association of Manioba) on: Jan 11, 2016

• Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lynch family. Marc was a great guy and highly respected. He will be deeply missed. - Posted by: Kelly Gosselin (former employee of Randall Plumbing) on: Jan 11, 2016

• I am shocked and saddened to hear of Marc's untimely death. I remember him from high school as a great guy, exceptionally smart, an excellent musician, and a true gentleman. I have great memories of Marc from our trips to Europe, band and woodwind quintet, geeky IB parties, and our winning Reach for the Top team. My heart goes out to all his family who mourn his passing. He will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Elin Goulden (High School friend) on: Jan 11, 2016

• I'm so sorry to hear about Mark's death. He was part of so many of my high school memories. My heartfelt condolences to his family. - Posted by: Elizabeth Hosang (High School Friend) on: Jan 10, 2016

• I was shocked and saddened to learn of Marc's passing. He is gone too soon. May his memory live long. - Posted by: Sean Cuthill (Former schoolmate and Reach for the Top teammate ) on: Jan 10, 2016

• Marc, your life is far too short, but you will always be remembered. When you 1st decided to join the company with such a historic history (110 years) to which your father was a partner, you were actually excited. Your mentor (Laurie C.) taught you everything he knew on his lined graph paper and pencil figures, and before long you had Randall Plumbing in the 20th Century technological age. You became more confident in the mechanical trades of Manitoba. You treated the apprentices, Journeymen, and employees with respect and the firm became a growing Family. As the generational Partners moved on, your new Partners took the continuing growth of making Randall one of the intricate firms in the larger Institutional/ Commercial/ Residential construction field, with many friends & Associates. However,your Family was 1st, and the birth of each child was always very exciting and excelerating. Their Nuturing & Maturing was with pride & positive feelings. You treated golf as a challenge, always trying to beat your Father, and become very good at the sport, knowing that we both would never achieve this. My 1 & only Hole in One was met with more excitement from you, than I could ever accomplish. Your rise to President of Mechanical Contractors Association was with dedication & hard work. Your Admiration & Support of your brother in his world-wide accomplishments and continuing work were always with proud Family feelings. You will be remembered for your community minded efforts and thoughts of others. You will always be with us. Thanks for Sharing. - Posted by: Denis Brown ((Business Associate & Friend)) on: Jan 10, 2016

• So sad to hear of Marc's sudden demise. So young, how unfair and cruel.His parents were so proud of both their son's accomplishments and rightly so. He was a well respected man in business and life in general. Rest in peace Marc. May the family stay strong in this difficult situation. - Posted by: Walter Christie (Good friend of Marc's parents) on: Jan 10, 2016

• Dear Sylvia, We as a family are deeply saddened of the loss of your husband, & father to your children. With true Sympathy we are wrapping our arms around you all. Shirley, Ed, Adam, & Alicia Thomas from Harrow School - Posted by: shirley thomas (friend ) on: Jan 09, 2016

• Marc was an inspiration to those around him, he genuinely cared for those around him. I remember all the fun times we had on the golf courses that we played . He will surely be missed . My deepest sympathy goes out to the Lynch family and all Marc's friends. There aren't enough words to explain what a true friend Marc was.Rest in Peace my friend. - Posted by: Warren McPherson (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2016

• Deepest condolences to the Lynch family. Our heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Carl and Lee Ann Torbiak - Posted by: Carl and Lee Ann Torbiak (friend and neighbour) on: Jan 09, 2016

• Dear Bob, my condolences to you and your family in this very difficult time. Your friend, Gerry Bentley - Posted by: Gerald Bentley (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2016

• So very sorry to hear of the sudden,cruel and unfair demise of Marc.He was a very upstanding fellow with too many wonderful traits to mention. My heart goes out to his immediate family. I know how proud Bob & Shirley were of both of their sons and their families. Stay strong and remember all the good times. Rest in peace Marc. - Posted by: walter christie (good friend of his fathers) on: Jan 09, 2016

• Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Lynch family. Marc was a large part of our boys younger years. It's with great fondness that we remember Marc. The MacPhersons - Posted by: Dave &Bonnie MacPherson (Neighbour & family friend) on: Jan 09, 2016