Shirley Jean Lynch's Obituary
Shirley Jean Lynch, age 91, long time resident of Clarkston, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home in Cottrellville Township, on December 14, 2022. She was born on July 19, 1931 to the late Lloyd and Hazel Haynes and adopted at birth by J. Oliver and Dolly (nee Long) Warren. Dolly Long was Hazel’s Aunt. Shirley married John Joseph Lynch, of Holly, MI on September 22, 1951. John preceded her in death in 2008.
Shirley was a long time member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was active and always ready to go out and about. Her favorite activities included visiting family and friends, restaurants, movies, nail salons and especially shopping; continuously adding to her collection of shoes and hats.
Her great sense of humor will be missed by all who loved her.
She is survived by her children, Mollie Lynch, Michael (Chris) Lynch, Shannon Wawruck, Aaron Lynch, Kelly (Mark) Kulas; grandchildren, John Oliver, Lindsey, Shawn, Craig, Robert, Michael, Patrick; and 8 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her grandson, John Patrick Lynch; siblings, Frank, Myron, and Bert Warren, Minnie Mae Steiner, and Lyle Haynes.
Cremation arrangements with Young Funeral Home, China Twp. Shirley will be interred at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly MI with her husband, John in spring of 2023. To leave a message of comfort visit www.youngcolonial.com
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