Downtown Silver Spring in Montgomery County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
In Memory of Eugene Gene Raymond Lynch III, 1957-2008
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, June 11, 2023
1. In Memory of Eugene Gene Raymond Lynch III, 1957-2008 Marker
As a labor organizer, civic leader, political activist, and small business owner, Gene led a life dedicated to family, community, and public service. He served in many roles working to promote positive community change, including Montgomery Countys chief administrative officer, deputy chief of staff, and chief of staff to Governor Parris Glendenning, and commissioner on the Montgomery County Planning Board. Gene also served on many county and state civic committees advocating for smart urban growth, affordable housing, and school construction. His hard work, creative problem solving, and wisdom helped shape and emergent Silver Spring. Gene is remembered for his commitment to creating a brighter future for our community.
Always put your children first and teach them to reach higher, every day, with compassion and strength; for they are your best contribution to the world Gene Lynch
Erected 2023.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Labor Unions • Parks & Recreational Areas.
Location. 38° 59.692′ N, 77° 1.782′ W. Marker is in Silver Spring, Maryland, in Montgomery County. It is in Downtown Silver Spring. It is on Colesville
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Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies and also the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Blumen Lumen (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Two Roads (approx. 0.2 miles away); Silver Spring Shopping Center (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Silver Theatre (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named The Silver Spring Shopping Center (approx. 0.2 miles away); Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler (approx. 0.2 miles away); Springing Up (approx. 0.2 miles away); A Community Grows (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Silver Spring.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 27, 2024
2. In Memory of Eugene Gene Raymond Lynch III, 1957-2008 Marker
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, June 11, 2023
3. In Memory of Eugene Gene Raymond Lynch III
In Gene Lynch Local Park.
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, June 11, 2023
4. Gene Lynch Local Park
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, June 11, 2023
5. Gene Lynch
Photographed by Allen C. Browne, June 11, 2023
6. Never doubt ...
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead
Inscription near the Gene Lynch marker.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 27, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 11, 2023, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. This page has been viewed 300 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 11, 2023, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. 2. submitted on October 27, 2024, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on June 11, 2023, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
