Lynn H. Garcia, 81, formerly of Grandview Terrace and most recently of Edgewood Brook Road in Barre Town, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.

He was born in Montpelier, VT on February 24, 1943, the son of Manuel and Jemma (Bertoli) Garcia. Lynn graduated from Montpelier High School in 1961 and later attended Champlain College.

On December 24, 1964, Lynn married Joan Gray. Together they had two sons.

Lynn enlisted in the 344th Army Reserves where he was later honorably discharged.

Lynn's career was with Lockheed Martin where he was able to retire at the age of 58 after 40 years, later returning in a consulting capacity. His forever retirement came in 2014.

Lynn was a long-time member of the former Montpelier Elks Club, the Barre Elks Club, the First Congregationalist Church of Berlin, and the Barre Mutuo. He also enjoyed shooting pool with his friends.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 60 years, Joan Garcia; their two sons, Christopher Garcia and his wife Heather, of Montpelier, VT and Scott Garcia of San Fransico, CA; grandchildren, Nicole Garcia and Grayson Garcia; his sister, Lynda O'Grady of Montpelier; and brother, Manuel Garcia and his wife Mary of Barre; his nephews Michael Garcia, Marco Garcia, and Craig Royce. He was predeceased by his nephew, Paul Royce.

Lynn was immensely appreciative of the care he received from Dr. David Ospina and his oncology team and especially from his hospice nurse, Cat.

There will be no services are this time.