Mourning the death of Richard Lynn, distinguished United States Navy veteran, respected educator, and devoted husband, father, and grandfather

Senate Resolution No. 2233

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

        MOURNING  the death of Richard Lynn, distinguished
        United States Navy veteran, respected educator,  and
        devoted husband, father, and grandfather

  WHEREAS,  It  is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay
tribute  to  those  eminent  individuals   whose   lives   of   service,
scholarship,  and  compassion have enriched their families, communities,
and the State of New York; and

  WHEREAS, Richard Lynn, a former  resident  of  Millwood,  New  York,
passed  away on March 22, 2026, at the age of 96, surrounded by the love
of his devoted wife of 66 years, Helen Lynn; and

  WHEREAS, Born on August 25, 1929, in Mount Vernon, New York, Richard
Lynn was the son of Samuel and Sylvia Lynn, who  instilled  in  him  the
values  of education, integrity, and service, and the beloved brother of
Norman Lynn; and

  WHEREAS,  Richard  Lynn's  early  life  in  Mount  Vernon  laid  the
foundation   for   a   lifetime   of  intellectual  achievement,  public
engagement, and deep commitment to family and community; and

  WHEREAS, In his youth, Richard Lynn honorably served in  the  United
States  Navy,  demonstrating patriotism, discipline, and a commitment to
his country; and

  WHEREAS, Following his military service, Richard Lynn pursued higher
education  at  Columbia  University  and  Harvard  University,   earning
advanced  degrees that reflected his lifelong dedication to learning and
excellence; and

  WHEREAS, Richard Lynn built a distinguished career  in  finance  and
academia,  ultimately  serving for many years as Chair of the Department
of Finance at Pace University, where he  was  held  in  high  regard  by
colleagues and affectionately known as "Dick"; and

  WHEREAS,  In  addition  to his professional accomplishments, Richard
Lynn was deeply engaged in civic life  and  social  advocacy,  including
active   participation  in  the  "No  Nukes"  movement,  reflecting  his
commitment to peace and global responsibility; and

  WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Richard Lynn demonstrated  a  generous
spirit,   supporting   numerous   charitable   causes  and  contributing
meaningfully to the well-being of others; and

  WHEREAS, Richard Lynn  shared  a  remarkable  and  enduring  66-year
marriage  with  his  beloved wife, Helen Lynn, and together they built a
life grounded in love, companionship, and shared purpose; and

  WHEREAS, Richard  and  Helen  Lynn  found  joy  in  bicycle  travel,
friendships,  and  shared experiences, embracing life with curiosity and
appreciation; and

  WHEREAS, An avid photographer, Richard Lynn maintained a darkroom in
his Millwood home, capturing moments of beauty and  preserving  memories
through his artistic eye; and

  WHEREAS,  Richard  Lynn  is survived by his loving wife, Helen Lynn;
his children, Stephanie Lynn and her husband Mark  Kleiman,  Barry  Lynn
and  his  wife Rachel, David Lynn and his wife Erin, and Peter Lynn; and
his nine cherished grandchildren,  Ben,  Charlotte,  Sol,  Paul,  Icrat,
Amir, Yair, Efrat, Yael, Liam, and Aubrey; and

  WHEREAS,  He  will  be  remembered  as  a  man of intellect, warmth,
curiosity, and compassion, whose blue eyes  and  bright  spirit  brought
comfort and joy to all who knew him; and

  WHEREAS,  Richard  Lynn's  legacy is carried forward in the lives of
his family, his students,  his  colleagues,  and  the  many  individuals
touched by his generosity, activism, and devotion to a better world; and

  WHEREAS,  The  passing of Richard Lynn represents a profound loss to
his family, friends, former colleagues, and all who were inspired by his
life of purpose and principle; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
mourn  the death of Richard Lynn, recognizing with deep appreciation his
contributions to education,  public  life,  and  civic  engagement,  and
extending  heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones; and be it
further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to the family of Richard Lynn.