JoAnn Lynch (McLean) was born on August 29, 1956, in Bellows Falls, Vermont, to Gertrude Gloria Marsh and Bernard James McLean. She passed away on October 9, 2026, at the age of 70.

JoAnn leaves behind her husband of 24 years, Charles “Chuckie” Lynch; her three children, Ryan McLean and his wife, Amy; Jessica Collier (Burpee); and Kristine Burpee.

She also leaves behind Chad Beam and Katie Bray, who became her son and daughter through love and the special bonds they shared, and Michelle Jenstad, who was first her niece through marriage and grew to become a daughter in her heart and her lifelong best friend.

One of the greatest joys of JoAnn’s life was being a grandma. Her grandchildren held a very special place in her heart, and being their grandma was a role she cherished. She leaves behind twelve grandchildren: Declan, Brayden, Evan, Owen, Adam, Ethan, Issac, Kira, Khayla, Myka, Zachary, and Wilder. Her family legacy continues into the next generation through her beloved great-grandson, Elliot.

JoAnn was predeceased by her brothers, Billy Spinner and Allen Spinner. She is survived by her sisters, Verniece LeBlanc and Carol Caruso.

JoAnn’s life was woven into the lives of her family and the people who loved her. The memories made, stories shared, and bonds created will continue to live on through the generations of family who carry a piece of her with them.

Though she is no longer physically here, her memory will remain in the hearts of those who loved her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family and loved ones.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday at noon at the Moose Lodge in Bellows Falls, Vermont.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street, Bellows Falls, VT.