Hey Everyone,
It has been a week since I’ve posted and it is with great sadness that I’m posting today with news that my father, Vernal B. Lynch, passed away on Monday morning after a long battle with Prostate Cancer. I can’t begin to describe the pain and grief my family and I are suffering at this time. As I prepare to attend his funeral today, I’m posting to let you guys know that I will be continuing on with the work that I started. My father would want that. He was very proud of me and I want to make sure that I continue to make him proud. After all, he is the reason why I write in the first place. He always encouraged my writing as a child and loved to read the poetry I wrote. I feel like the luckiest girl in the world to have been blessed with a father who loved my mother, brothers, sisters and I so much and I will never forget the lessons he taught me. He was our protector, our mentor, our inspiration and our rock. He taught me to love life and to live out loud. He gave me the gift of music, words and taught me to always remember that family is EVERYTHING. He will be forever etched in my memory and I can’t think of a single person who will ever surpass him. I will forever and always be “Daddy’s Little Girl”. I’m so proud of him.
I will be leaving for Greece next week as planned, and will be posting upon my return. This trip takes on a whole new meaning now. I hope you guys will continue to stick with me during the recap. I appreciate all of the love, support and prayers I’ve received from my internet family, it means more than any of you could ever know.
I look forward to forging ahead and thank you again for your continued support.
Until next time…
Eboni says
Johnnalyn, I am so sorry. I know you’ve been managing the sadness of your father’s battle with cancer for quite some time, and I offer my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
When you get back from Greece, we MUST get together. I know we’ve both been trying to coordinate our crazy schedules for a while, but some good girl time is much needed more now than ever. So call me when you get back.
Big bear hugs,
Eboni
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Thanks so much Girl and I will definitely get in touch with you when I’m back. This has been the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with but I know it will eventually get better.
Eboni says
OH! and your father was a handsome man!! 🙂
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Aww, thanks so much 🙂
Elodie says
My condolences to you and your family. I wish you peace and comfort as you go through this difficult time.
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Thanks so much Elodie 🙂
Blaire Bingham says
Oh, Johnnalynn, we are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. You and your sweet family will definitely be in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that the memories of your father bring you comfort during this difficult time. Take care sweet girl.
hugs,
Whitney and Blaire
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Hi Blaire, thank you so much. I’ll be sure to pass on the condolences to my family.
Stephluv says
Sending condolences! Enjoy your trip and remember love heals all hurt so bask in your daddy’s love and enjoy Greece with him As he will be there with you in spirit
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Hi Stephluv, thanks so much.
Lorie says
Oh no, my condolences to you and your family. May the memories of him comfort you and bring you peace, may the Lord wrap you in his arm. So sorry for your loss.
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Hi Lorie, thank you so much. It has been a very difficult time for my family and I.
Carlina says
My heart goes out to you, lady. This is such sad and devastating news. Blessings to you and your family.
Stay strong,
Carlina
Jeanine says
May God continue to comfort your heart, fuel your vision, and help you celebrate his life always. I was my Daddy’s little girl also. God bless.
Johnnalynn Lynch says
Thanks so much Jeanine, it’s been very difficult.