John Mitchell Lynn, age 79, of Vero Beach, passed away peacefully on July 31st at his home surrounded by loved ones.
John was born on November 14,1946 in Vidalia, GA, to Burrell and Eudell Lynn. He was in the first class to graduate Vero Beach High School in 1965. Soon after, he was drafted into the US Army to serve in Vietnam. He then went on to work for the city of Vero Beach water and sewer department for 40 years.
Known for his calm demeanor, soft-spoken manner, dry humor, and compassion, John was above all a family man who treasured every moment spent with those he loved. He had a lifelong fascination with ships and cars, especially the Titanic and the prized 1964 GTO of his younger days. Above all, his greatest joy came from being a father and grandfather, sharing a special, playful bond with his granddaughter Sophia “Peanut”, and spending endless hours playing with her when she was young.
John is survived by:
● Wife: Gloria Jean Lynn
● Daughters & Families:
○ Sara Lynn Farless and husband Dave, along with granddaughter Sophia “Peanut”
○Amy Marie Lynn and partner Justin Burkhead, along with bonus grandchildren Xander and Damien
○ Hilda Lynn, mother to John’s daughters
● Stepsons & Families:
○ Joseph Souza and wife Hannah, along with their children Cody and Marina
○ Craig Souza and wife Linda, along with their children Rachael and Zachary
● Brother: Burlon Lynn
John is preceded in death by:
● Parents: Burrell Paris Lynn and Eudell Caraway Lynn
● Sister: Stella Young
● Sister: Heather Floyd

A celebration of life will be announced in the future.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to VNA Hospice of Vero Beach.