Dennis Edward Lynd age 73 of Waynetown, passed away at approximately 6:09 AM Tuesday, February 27, 2024 in his home, following a short illness.  Dennis was born in California August 8, 1950 to the late Harlow and Frances Grumbles Lynd.  He married Vickie Denise Cotham June 25, 1973 in Pontiac, Illinois and she survives.

Dennis was a graduate of Shafter High School in Shafter, CA and Florida College.  He was a preacher for Church of Christ congregations in Pontiac, IL, Northwest Indiana and Lexington, IL, before settling in Waynetown.  He was employed by MasterGuard and retired from Kroger in Crawfordsville.

Dennis loved the Lord and his family.  He enjoyed books and was a prolific reader and was a gifted writer and often wrote about religion.  He also wrote stories and songs.  Before his health failed he enjoyed fishing and playing ping pong.

Surviving along with his wife Vickie are: Three sons; Nathan (Margaret) Lynd of rural Crawfordsville, Caleb (Holly) Lynd of Waynetown and Jeremy (Emily) Lynd of Limestone, TN.  A daughter; Heather Lynd of Waynetown.  Ten grandchildren: Caspian (Matthew) Klinger, Aravis, Donovan, Brenden, Hank, Ronan, Gracie, Claira, Mae, Clark and one on the way!  Several nieces and nephews also survive.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons; Dennis Lynd Jr and Joel Lynd.  Granddaughter Abigail and a sister; Becky.  His sister Diana passed away hours after his death.

Dennis' family will greet guests 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate.  Graveside services will follow at 1:30 Saturday in Waynetown Masonic Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Waynetown Fire and Rescue.  Visit us at www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or share a condolence.