Patrick Joseph Lynch, III

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Celebrating the life of
Patrick Joseph Lynch, IIIFebruary 21, 1931 - February 07, 2013

Patrick Joseph Lynch, III
Arrival Date February 21, 1931
Departure Date February 7, 2013

Patrick Joseph Lynch, III, known to friends as Pat or PJ, was born in Irish Harlem in New York City, the son of Martha Jean Stokes and Patrick J. Lynch II. He attended Manhattan High School of Aviation Trades, then joined the United States Navy. Upon leaving the USN, he started his civilian aviation career at Northeast Colonial Airways, then on to Trans World Airways, while attending night classes at Casey Jones School of Avionics now known as Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology. He accepted a position at Delta Airways, and then worked at Lockheed Aircraft Service at Kennedy Airport for over 11 years. Afterwards he moved to Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corp. During the time from 1963 to 1973 he obtained his FAA-approved Airframe and Powerplant License, Inspection Authorization Certificate, an FAA-Designated Manufacturer Inspection Representative and Designated Airframe Representative, and worked on obtaining a Single Engine Light aircraft propeller-driven Pilot's License. He was the original Chief of Maintenance and Chief Inspector for the Gulfstream Aerospace Flying Club. While at Grumman in Long Island he worked on the Lunar Excursion Module, the OA project, and the F-14, E-2A, C-2A, G-I and EA-16 Seaplane projects. With the rest of the project team, he obtained an autographed copy of the photo of the astronauts who landed on the moon. He loved working on the moon project.

In 1967 he moved to Savannah with Grumman and helped establish the company which became Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. Early retirement from GAC enabled him to start his own aviation consultant firm, which involved world-wide travel with owners of all types of business aircraft, and various flight operations, sales, imports/exports and FAA-approved programs.

He received the DOT-FAA Charles Taylor "Master Mechanic" Award in 2006 for 50 years of professionalism, knowledge and safety throughout his career. He was a past member of the American Legion, Chatham County Veterans Council, Coastal Empire Chapter Professional Aircraft Management Association, and past President of the Savannah Chapter of The Navy League of the United States.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Grace Rose Lynch; three children, Catherine A. Lynch and Robyn B. Garnett of Alexandria, Va., Christopher E. Lynch of Midway, Ga., and Timothy P. and Kelly Lynch of Dalton, Ga.; grandchildren, Chase and Alexis Lynch, and Diane Lynch; two sisters, Roni Mrs. Nick Menrath of Bethpage, LI, and Terry Mrs. Tony Ferrante of Buffalo, NY; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was a member of St. Francis of the Islands Episcopal Church. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Saturday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel and the service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday at St. Francis of the Islands Episcopal Church with interment in the memorial gardens of the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be made to the World War II Memorial Monument Fund to American Legion Post 184, 1 Legion Dr., Savannah, Ga., and St. Francis of the Islands Episcopal Church, Wilmington Island, Savannah, Ga.

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My condolences to the family. I knew Pat for many years, our paths crossed at Gulfstream, where I was a customer. Pat was a very nice, gentle man. A proud member of the Gulfstream family. Regards John Gibson.

- John Gibson, Brush Prairie, WA

I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the Lynch family. I worked with Pat at Gulfstream as a customer and as a DAR after his retirement. Always a professional and a joy to know and work with. He will be missed.

- Andy Fitzgerald, Portland, OR

We are truly blessed to have made some happy memories with Uncle Pat. We will miss his sense of humor and especially his stories!!! You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. With love, Sherry and Val

- Sherry Vigiano, Buffalo, NY

Rest in peace old friend. remember well your smiling face.

- rick herrera, , GA

Pat had a full, productive live and will be missed by many. May the source of all peace send peace to those in mourning.

- Lee Stehle, Savannah, GA

Pat will be missed terribly. His humor and smile brought so much to our time together. With his passing the world has become a sadder place for us all. Good bye Pat, we will miss a wonderful friend and aviation has lost a true resource and gentleman. And Grace, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

- Pam and Jack Nilsen, Hilton Head, SC

Tim, So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Norma and I and all the folks at TIC offer our condolences to the family. We hope you, Kelly, and the kids have been doing well. Bill & Norma

- Bill Johnston, Richmond Hill, GA

Thoughts and prayers with your family at this time of loss. Uncle Pat was a wonderful man and will be missed by all. Kindests regards, Fran

- Francine Siedlecki, Buffalo, NY

Uncle Pat you will be missed yet your beautiful smile and cute laugh will linger forever!!! You were a wonderful and kind man and a great Uncle. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.God is with you all and is holding your hand. Remember he is in a better place and the memories will last forever in your heart. God Bless. Teresa

- Teresa Baskerville, Eden, NY

May the peace of Christ be with you all. Pat will be missed at our monthly meetings of Gulfstream Retirees Club.

- Kay Jensen, Pooler, GA

Uncle Pat will be very missed by our family. I will always remember him at the last family wedding talking, laughing and enjoying his visit with the family. We always looked forward to seeing him and Aunt Grace. I am so glad I was blessed to have had him in my life. God bless you Uncle Pat.

- McBride, , NY

Dear Aunt Grace and family, may our thoughts and prayers be with all of you during this most difficult time. Uncle Pat's warm and charming personality always captured our hearts. We will treasure his beautiful smile and cherish the many fond memories we shared together. Uncle Pat will be sadly missed! May God Bless You! Love, Rick and Barbara

- Rick and Barbara Sorrentino, Eden, NY