WESTFIELD – Lynn (Manley) Premny, 75, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at home surrounded by her family. Lynn was born on May 18, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Edward and Dorothy (Hookins) Manley.
Lynn spent her childhood in Philadelphia and at the age of 14 moved to Westfield with her family. Lynn attended schools in Westfield and later in Needham, graduating in 1956. She has lived in Westfield for the past 56 years. Lynn started a career in banking at the former Valley Bank in Westfield and was a customer representative for many years. For the last sixteen years, Lynn worked in the administration office of Sodexo Food Corporation at Westfield State University. Lynn enjoyed summer days reading on the beaches of her beloved Cape Cod in her home away from home in Brewster. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, taught Sunday school and served as a Deaconess. She also served on the Board of Registrars for the City of Westfield.
Lynn leaves her husband of 55 years, Michael; her children, Michael and spouse Justin of San Fransico; daughters, Suzanne of Pawcatuck, CT, Amy Nelson and husband Steven of Canton, CT, Kimberly and spouse Kate of Chatham, MA; Lynn’s brightest lights her granddaughters, Paige and Dana Nelson. Lynn also leaves her siblings, David (Susan) of Yarmouthport, MA, Donald (Beth) of Westfield, Janet Houghtalen (Tom) of Charleton, NY, Gary (Susan) of Westfield and many loving nieces and nephews. Lynn also leaves a number of cousins including Edward Hollinshead of Phoenix, AZ.
Lynn’s most cherished moments were spent with her family and friends. She was an inspiration to all and her compassion and love will continue to be the anchor that holds her family close together. She will be deeply missed by those who she has touched throughout her life time.
A memorial service for Lynn will be held on Sunday, May 25th at 2:00 p.m. in the First Congregational Church, 18 Broad Street, Westfield. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be held on Saturday from 3:00-6:00 p.m. from the Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad Street, Westfield.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lynn may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 or to the Ed Manley Memorial Endowment address, CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 382, Westfield, MA 01086.
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