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Dave Shambach posted a condolence
Sunday, May 24, 2020
To the Lynch Family-- Deepest condolences from New Mexico for the passing of Jim. Jim Lynch=Pontillo's (and Lock City) and both will be wonderful legacies to one who helped provide so many tasty meals here, in Lockport, Batavia, and Pittsford, and much generosity through sponsorships.
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Ken Sutter lit a candle
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
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I started working for Jim and Mike Nov 20th 1964, a week after I turned 16. Mike retired shortly thereafter. Jim was one of the most influential people in my entire life. I learned so much from him. Within a year he allowed me and trusted me enough to run Pontillo's so he could get a break every now and then. It was a hell of a learning experience.
It was good work and a lot of fun too. After the football and basketball games (Both LSHS and DeSales) Pontillo's was a packed house. I was working the night LSHS won the basketball championship in 65. Lockport was going crazy that night. Cars up and down Main street till 3 AM. Of course we stayed open till then too. Jim's Idea.
I worked there till Sept 67 when I went away to college.
A few years later while in Vietnam I received a post card from Lockport. That old picture taken from the bridge up Main Street. One sentence on it. "How your tan coming along". Signed Jim. His sense of humor was legendary.
We remained good friends over the years. Every time I would visit Lockport I'd stop down to see him. My brother worked for him the last few years of his life too.
A Great man, a truly Great man. One of the best I've ever known.
Thank you Jim, You brought an awful lot of good to an awful lot of people here in little ole Lockport New York. A part of you resides in my very soul. Again, Thank you. Dr. Kenneth R. Sutter II
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Michael Berhalter posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
My deepest sympathies to Greg, Brad and the Lynch Family
Michael Berhalter
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Esther Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Brad, So sorry to hear that your dad passed away! I have so many fond memories of being @ Pontillo's during my younger years & how your dad would tease me when he was rolling out the dough! He will be missed! Thought's & Prayer's for you & your entire family! Love, Esther Smith ( Smity's ( Hank's) daughter)
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Dan Oates posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Brad,
My condolences go out to you and your siblings on the passing of your Dad. He was a great guy that I remember from Pontillo's Pizza, as well as the YMCA and Skate land Roller Ring. Just a good all around guy that always had a smile and greeting for me whenever we'd see one another. He will be missed.
Dan Oates
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Derek Howe posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
I remember the camaraderie and banter with customers and employee's. Mr Lynch used to joke around with me as I kneaded the doe...To much fun as I reminisce, the seafood bar after work... woo hoo! I remember Jimmy's laugh and his unwavering commitment hard work and no tolerance for BS. We were serious about keeping the shop clean. We knew he expected our best and we always worked hard to do our best for him. Greg, Brad, Todd & Anita & loved Ones. My Heart panged when Greg confirmed this morning. I will pray for your family.
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Jim Alrutz posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Sorry to hear this in a way. He was struggling so these last few years. We've been friends for 70 years. I stopped at the nursing home last Fall before I came South and had a one way conversation with limited eye contact but when I got up and said I would be leaving, he said "See you later Jim". We'll have a Mass said here when the Churches re-open. Doc
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stovernbc@msn.com posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Brad, Todd, Greg and Anita- So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love, Catherine and Bob Stover
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Shelly Davis lit a candle
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
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Spent alot of my youth, at the walnut street shop. Best pizza and subs, ever. He was always throwing flour at the shield, like it was going get your face, when you would watch him make the crust. He did that, to all the kids.....GREAT Man!
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Adrienne Crecelius posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Carol , so sorry to read that Jim had passed away. He had a bad few years but now he can rest. I know he always enjoyed coming to Florida for vacations.
Thinking of you , take care.
Adrienne
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Don Noble posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
I remember folding many boxes for Pontillo's and when I thought I was done he would say "hey, what do you think you are doing? You are only half done" and you never said no. When we headed to Cleveland to visit our children they would say don't forget to bring the pizza.
You have brought joy and the love of your pizza to me, others and have continued on into the next generations.
RIP - Jim
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Mike Lutz posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Jim was a kind, happy, great guy. Never missed a chance to jab ya with a great joke and never missed a chance to harass you. If he didn't, you would think he was mad at you. rest in peace my friend. My condolences to Carol and family.
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Donna Cafora Shepard lit a candle
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
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So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was always a great guy. I still remember him sitting me on top of the pizza ovens! I was five when Jim and my dad opened Pontillo’s on cottage street so that was a few years ago! I’m glad I got to see him at Absolut Care and feel bad because of this virus I can’t say good bye and give all of you my deepest sympathies.
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Lisa and Dave Blarr posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
Our deepest sympathy! Jim was a great guy! Thinking of you all! Lisa and Dave Blarr
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Moose Mulligan lit a candle
Monday, May 11, 2020
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Jimmy Lynch otherwise known as "El Supremo" The Boss!
Great man to talk with and work for. Enjoyed seeing Jimmy in the later years standing around the shop. Whenever I traveled back to Lockport it was pizza time. Hoping Jimmy was at the shop just hear a joke or reminisce about the old days. Thoughts and prayers to Carol and the Lynch Mob.
Moose Mulligan
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charlie mosher posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
I remember playing basketball at the "Y" on a Friday night . stopping by Pontillo's for a sub on my way home and he would ask "how was the game" he treated everyone like he was your best friend., He always made you feel like you were THE most important person in the world.
He will be missed
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Kathy and Paul Wick posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
Carol, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy and Paul Wick
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Frank DiMatteo lit a candle
Monday, May 11, 2020
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My condolences to the Lynch Family. Sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a fun guy to work for and a pleasure to speak to. So many great memories and the recipe keeps on rolling! God bless!
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Thomas. D posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, May 11, 2020
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Rest in peace Mr. Lynch and for giving lockport the best pizza around.
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Debbie lit a candle
Monday, May 11, 2020
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Carol and family, you are in our prayers. Ron and Debbie Myers
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Ron Sementelli posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
Rest in peace Jimmy, you will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know you. Best pizza in heaven just arrived!
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Carl W Salmeri posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
Thoughts and prayers for the family. RIP Jim
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Fred Shardon posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
Sorry for your Loss Carol he shall be missed
Rick Abbott posted a condolence
Monday, May 11, 2020
My thoughts and prayers to Carol and to Jim's children. Jim and his pizza have been part of the Lockport Community for as long as I can remember!!! So many memories, football games, Castles, Y dances etc!!!
Thank You Jim!! RIP
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Monday, May 11, 2020
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