David H. Lynch, Sr., 83, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2013. He was born on October 4, 1929 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The second child of Raymond and Ruth (Brant) Lynch. Raised in Mountville, he graduated from Hempfield School District, Franklin & Marshall College, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. On June 22, 1957, he married his sweetheart and soulmate Dorothy Tragesser and raised four children, one Irish Setter, and six sheep dogs.

A talented architect, David practiced architecture in Lancaster for more than 50 years and a prolific portfolio of his work can be found throughout the region's school districts, colleges, churches, and businesses. He will be remembered by his family and many friends for his charm, generosity, and good humor. And of course, his many canine companions.

In addition to his passion for design and architecture, he was a devoted subscriber to the Wall Street Journal, an avid reader of western fiction, and a life-long Dallas Cowboy fan. David was an exceptional man with a radiant spirit. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and grandchildren. His charming personality and cheerful demeanor were endearing to all who knew him. He was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.

David was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Dorothy. Survived by his sister Elizabeth Sandt, four children: David Lynch, Jr. (MaryJean), Beth (Mark), Barbara, and Bill (Shelly), and six grandchildren: Patrick, Ruth, Adam, Julia, Emma and Penn.

A Mass will be Celebrated at 11 AM on Friday, September 20, 2013 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations on David's behalf be made to St. Leo's the Great, Attn: Building Fund.