Joyce Bergvist Lynn

Joyce Bergvist Lynn of Naples, Fl and Laporte, PA died Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

She was born August 21, 1942 in Jersey City, NJ, the daughter of Melvin and Eleanor Bergvist. She was preceded in death by her brother Robert C. Bergvist.

Shortly after graduating Clifton High School, Clifton NJ, she moved to Williamsport, PA. and was employed as a legal secretary at the law firm of First, McCormick, Muir, Lynn and Reeder (now the McCormick Law Firm). It was there that she met the love of her life, Peter R. Lynn. They were married in 1963. They were married for just shy of 60 years when Peter predeceased her in 2023.

Joyce and Peter moved to Virginia and raised their family. In 1986 Joyce helped Peter form the company, Government Retirement & Benefits, Inc (GRB) which has helped thousands of Federal employees with their retirement. Joyce worked as the office manager and bookkeeper.

Joyce and Peter’s philanthropic efforts have been endless, together they firmly believed every child should have the opportunity to further their education. Some of their greatest endeavors at Lycoming College were the Joyce Lynn House at the Commons, the Lynn Science Center, Penny’s Plaza, the Trachte Music Center and several Endowed Scholarships.

Mrs. Lynn split her time between Naples, FL and Laporte, PA. She was a fan of Golfing and a member of Vineyards Country Club, Naples FL and Eagles Mere Country Club, Eagles Mere, PA. Joyce enjoyed Mahjong, Cards, and was particularly fond of shopping. But most of all loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by her two sons, Peter R Lynn, Jr. (Suzanne) and Michael M. Lynn (Jacqueline); 5 grandchildren, Meghan Lynn Bachmann (William), Jordan Lynn, Erin Lynn, Owen Lynn, Shea Lynn, and great granddaughter, Charlotte Joyce Bachmann. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Joy J. Lynn (Kenneth deceased), Mercy Cupp Smith, Judith Lynn Lyon (Edward deceased) and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service on Thursday, July 16, at 11 a.m. at Clarke Chapel on the Lycoming College Campus.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Peter R. and Joyce B. Lynn Endowed Scholarship, c/o the Advancement Office at Lycoming College, 1 College Place, Williamsport, PA 17701 or to Susquehanna Health Foundation, 1001 Grampian Blvd, Williamsport, PA 17701.