Hugh Patrick "Pat" Lynch Jr. age 82 of Gallipolis, died on Tuesday July 26, 2022 at Holzer Medical Center.

Born March 9, 1940 in Altoona, Pennsylvania he was the son of the late Hugh Patrick Lynch Sr. and Virginia P. Pfeiffer Lynch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by a cousin, Julian Beard.

After attending Ohio University, he took over his father's business, French Colony Furniture. He later sold the business and in 1973 he founded Lyntronics, which he was still operating. Pat also enjoyed playing tennis.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy J. Lynch of Gallipolis, son, Timothy P. (Angelica) Lynch, 2 daughters, Lee Ann (Tim) Hudson, and Christy M. (Dennis) DiCarlo all of North Carolina. 2 Step children Michael D. Massie and Erica Wolfe both of Gallipolis. 12 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, 5 step grandchildren and 1 step great grandchild.

In honoring Pat's request, Cremation will take place and no services are being planned.

Waugh- Halley- Wood-Funeral Home is assisting the family.

An online registry book is available at www.waughhalleywood.com