Tynan, Richard G.

Richard G. Tynan, 74, died peacefully in his home March 14, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in Brookline, he spent the last 45 years with his family in Canton. Richard proudly served in the U.S. Army. He attended night school at Bentley College and became a CPA. He operated his CPA practice for many years with his beloved wife, Terri, by his side. While semi-retired he became an usher for the Boston Red Sox, which he loved and was thrilled when they won the 2004 World Series.

He was an active member of St. Gerard Majella Church in Canton and the Canton Knights of Columbus Council #2095. He served on the Canton Finance Committee for many years, the St. John’s School Association, the Canton Lions Club, and the Canton Community Cable Committee.

Son of the late James and Mary (Sullivan) Tynan. Devoted husband for 48 years to Theresa “Terri” (Sparco) Tynan. Loving father of Diane Tynan and Stephen Hudson of Canton; Michelle Darling and her husband, David, of Raynham; Ann Peterson and her husband, Robert, of Mansfield; and Mary Cassidy and her husband, Tom, of Abington. Loving brother of Rev. John Tynan, James Tynan, and Jean Barnes. Proud grandfather of Christine Corleto, Anthony Darling, Nicole Darling, Joseph Corleto, Kayli Peterson, and Emily Peterson. He is also survived by many cousins, in-laws, nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly.

A mass of Christian burial was celebrated Monday morning, March 19, in St. Gerard Majella Church. Interment Canton Corner Cemetery. Donations can be made in Dick’s memory to the St. Vincent De Paul Society, 700 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021. Arrangements by the Roache-Pushard Family Funeral Home, 210 Sherman Street.

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Posted by Canton Citizen on Mar 21 2012. Filed under Obituaries. Both comments and pings are currently closed.