A Tribute to my Good Friend and Mentor

Dick Lynch, a fine piano tuner/technician/rebuilder; known for many decades in Livingston County, Michigan as "The Piano Man", passed away in 2008.  I was saddened to hear we had lost him, especially since he gave me my first lessons and training in the art of piano tuning.  His generosity and fine example formed the pattern for all of the service I have done since 1977, and I thank him for setting that exemplary standard.

Richard D. Lynch, "Dick, the Piano Man" age 74 of Howell, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2008. He was born February 27, 1934 in Detroit, the son of Cornelius E. and Julia F. (Mann) Lynch. Survived by Barbara A. (Hotchkiss) Lynch whom he married October 12, 1957 in Detroit; father of Mike Lynch of Howell, Linda Lynch Keen of Manchester, Kathy Maiden and Pat(Mark) Charnesky of Howell and Margaret Brady of Dansville. Also survived by grandchildren, Jessica, Nic, Nate, Matt, Bethany, Angela, Kris, Danielle, Brigitte, Hailey, Amber, Autumn and Josh, nine great-grandchildren and sister, Claire Viers of Westland. Dick enjoyed spending time with his family and dining out. The family prefers contributions to Pregnancy Help Clinic or Right to Life.