Roland Dale Lynch, Mountaire retiree

Mr. Roland Dale Lynch, 71, of Gumboro passed away Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.  

Mr. Lynch was born in Salisbury, Md., to the late Paul and Beatrice Collins Lynch.  In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Bill Lynch, as well as two sisters Tootsie Dorman, and Lou White.

Roland retired from Mountaire Farms after  many years of service. He enjoyed cutting grass, and listening, singing and playing music on his guitar.  Roland also loved people, and was quick to crack a joke and make people laugh.  He also loved helping people and will continue to do so through the Living Legacy - Gift of Life Organization.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mary Alice Lynch of Gumboro; three sons, Greg Lynch (Del) of Seaford, Jeff Lynch (Traci) of Dagsboro and Kevin Lynch of Georgetown: two stepsons, John Abbott (Nikki) of Millsboro and Erik Evans (J.D.) of Washington, D.C.; a brother, Alton Lynch (Bo) of Gumboro; and a sister, Patsy Shockley of Salisbury.  He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren: Shauna, Greg Jr., Roland T., Marian, Gavin, Cadence, Maddie, Andrew, Jace, Ashleigh and Jay, along with one great-granddaughter, Alexia.  Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.  

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may call from 1  to 2 p.m. for visitation.  Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, PO Box 627, Williamsburg, VA  23187-1776.

Electronic  condolence may be emailed via     www.watsonfh.com