Boo and her cheerleaders memorial service Boo at the special 'We Love You, Boo' pep rally

And He will raise you up on eagle's wings
Bear you on the breath of dawn
Make you to shine like the sun
And hold you in the palm of His hand
Miss "Boo" Lynch, a teacher at Fr Ryan High School for the past 10 years, died on the morning of February 28, 2002, after a prolonged illness. She will be sorely missed and long remembered by the Father Ryan community as well as those who participated in the CYO and Search programs in Nashville.

On March 6, 2002, the Fr Ryan community gathered along with members of Miss Lynch's family, at a memorial service in the Field House. Students and faculty alike had the opportunity to share their memories of Boo from over the years.

Miss Williams remembers playing cards with Boo K Spence reflects on the love Miss Lynch has for her students M Cox shares how Miss Lynch become part of her extended family
Mr Spore tells of his memories of Boo since parochial school The cheerleaders tell of Boo's involvement with their lives Miss Lynch's brother shares of the love Boo had for Fr Ryan and its students

students create a memorial tribute to Miss Lynch During the memorial service, the Fr Ryan community created a memorial tribute that represented Miss Lynch's life at Fr Ryan: her involvement in the Cooperative Support Program (CSP), her devotion as a teacher, her love of athletics and work with the cheerleaders, and the example of her faith that she shared each day with those around her.
Mr Langton presents the Lynch family with our memories Mr Langton presented Mrs. Donna Lynch and Boo's nephew D Lynch, members of the Lynch family and the Fr Ryan community, with a memory book about Boo that had been signed by students, faculty, and staff.

In Miss Lynch's honor, an alabaster crucifix was blessed and has been hung in the Field House. You may help remember Boo through a donation to the Father Ryan Endowment Fund or the American Cancer Society.

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