Caroline E. Lynch, age 91, of Wells, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, March 15, 2021, at Bishop Noa Home in Escanaba.
Caroline was born May 17, 1929, in Northland, the daughter of John and Delia (Dousi) Hurkmans. She was raised in Northland and attended the Northland and Gwinn Schools. On May 17, 1947, Caroline was united in marriage to Edward Lynch, at St. Joseph Church in Escanaba, and together the couple made their home and raised their family in Wells. In addition to raising her family, Caroline worked at the Venus Factory, for a short time, and later at St. Anne Church in Escanaba. Caroline enjoyed cooking, crafts, camping, going to camp and attending music festivals. Caroline’s greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.
Caroline is survived by:
Son: Paul (Judy) Lynch
Daughter: Sandra (Ray) Terrien
Brother: Tony (Sonya) Hurkmans
Grandchildren: Roxanne (Chad) Sprutles, Greg Terrien, Crystal (Todd) Schadrie
Brent (Helen) Lynch, Candace (Ryan) Wares, Jenna (Jacob) Soter,
Joellyn Demeuse and Julia Lynch
Great Grandchildren: Megan, Hannah, Brady, Abby, Tyler, Alex, Gabrielle, Paige, Brooklyn,
and Elsie
Daughter in law: Betty Lynch
Sisters in law: Millie Hurkmans and Bonnie Hurkmans
Brother in law: Pat (Jackie) Lynch
Caroline is further survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Caroline was preceded in death by her parents John and Delia, her loving husband Edward:
Son: Tom Lynch
Brothers: James, William, Nick, Joe and Guy Hurkmans
Sisters: Rosemary Lynch, Mary Ann Steede, Ann Olson, Lucy Helland, Mildred Sarasin,
Therese Sebeck and Margaret Freeman
Family will receive friends on Friday, from 11:00AM to 1:00PM, at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Mass of Christian Burial will follow visiting hour, at 1:30PM, at St. Anthony Church in Wells, with Rev. Fr. Rick Courier officiating. Caroline will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery following Mass. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.
Bev Goodreau - Green Bay, WI
Sandy and Ray I was so sorry to hear of Caroline’s passing. She well be greatly missed by Jean. They’ve become such wonderful friends. My deepest sympathy. Bev Goodreau
M - Florida, FL
Aunt Caroline was incredibly sweet and will surely be missed! I always remember her brilliant blue eyes. My condolences to her family as heaven gained this precious lady.
Erv and Sandy Vandeville - Bullhead City, AZ
We are so sorry to hear this. She was such a sweet lady with a loving smile! Our love and prayers are with her and her family.
Cathy Hurkmans Tolman - Escanaba, MI
Sandy,Paul &family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies and love. I am so sorry I couldn’t get to your mom’s services, I’ve been down with pneumonia and a sinus infection.
Knowing auntie is not suffering any more puts my heart at peace. I kept in close touch with knowing how she was doing every day. May she rest now at peace in the arms of the angels. She will be missed very much. I’m so happy my heart is filled with memories of growing up close with my aunties.
Love to you all. Be well .
Randy H Strasler - ESCANABA, MI
Paul and Judy, I’m sorry to hear of Paul’s mom passing away. Such a nice caring woman. Please know we are thinking of all of you.