Mr. Walter E. Lynch Jr., 62, of Uxbridge MA died unexpectedly on Monday (November 27, 2023) at his residence in Uxbridge MA. He was the beloved husband of the late Harriet A. (Keating) Lynch who died in 2009.

Walter was born in Boston MA, the son of Walter E. Lynch Sr. and Shirley A. (McMullin) Lynch. He attended public schools in Whitman MA as a young boy and was a graduate of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, Class of 1979.

Walter was first employed as a young man as a draftsman, working in Canton MA. He later owned & operated, with his late wife Harriett, the DIY Auto Parts Store, located in Wareham MA.

Walter enjoyed fresh water fishing, playing pool, gardening and doing all kinds of projects around the house. He was very handy and had made a coffee table & wooden speakers for his home and even his own guitar. He also personally dug out & created a basement at his residence in Wareham MA.

Walter was also a "weather buff", always interested in the workings of severe weather like thunder storms, hurricanes & blizzards. He and Harriet were also avid pet owners and had numerous dogs & cats over the years.

His favorite past time was spending time with his beloved family members, especially his late wife Harriett.

Walter is survived by his beloved parents: Walter & Shirley of Whitinsville MA; his 2 sisters: Karen F. L. Barrett and her husband Kevin Barrett of Hopedale MA & Robin M. Scanlon of Uxbridge MA; also 4 nieces; 1 grandniece & 2 grandnephews; aunts, uncles & several cousins.

In accordance with his wishes cremation will take place. Relatives & friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart Church, 187 Hopedale Street, Hopedale MA on MONDAY  (December 11th) at 10:00AM. A Private Committal Service will follow at Center Cemetery in Wareham MA.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The American Lung Association @ www.lung.org/get-involved/ways-to-give .