Liam M. Lynch, 17, of Bennington, VT passed away on December 11, 2024 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Liam was born in Bennington on May 20, 2007, the son of Michael and Lara (Townsend) Lynch. Liam was a senior at Grace Christian School in Bennington.
Liam was a Life scout in Boy Scout Troop 353 in Bennington, planning for his Eagle Scout project. He was a Black Belt in Taekwondo. He enjoyed snowmobiling, skiing, riding his four-wheeler, and riding his jetski on Schroon Lake. Liam loved to watch movies such as Avengers, Star Wars, Ironman, and go to the local cinema with his friends. He loved listening to music, playing percussion in the school band, and dancing with the utmost enthusiasm. Liam was quick with a hug and was incredibly generous with his time, friendship, a smile, and his service to others.
Liam is survived by his parents, Michael and Lara Lynch, his sister, Francesca Lynch, his maternal grandmother Alicia Vicentini, his paternal grandparents Ronald (MaryEllen) Lynch and Patricia (Dennis) Coleman, and aunts Jessica (Matthew) O'Rourke and Kimberly (Bryan) Gentile, cousin Leona O'Rourke and countless friends and extended family. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Joseph (Sandra, surviving) Townsend.
Family and friends may call at the Mahar and Son Funeral Home in Bennington, VT on Monday, December 16, 2024 from 3-5 PM. A memorial service will be held after the conclusion of calling hours at 5:30 PM at Harvest Christian Ministries 945 Main Street Bennington, VT where those willing to eulogize and share memories are welcome to speak.
If friends desire, contributions in Liam’s memory may be given to the Grace Christian School at gcsvt.org/donate/ or through the office of Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main Street Bennington, VT 05201.