With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Lynn F. Garvey, age 74, of Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday, March 15, 2025. She was a cherished sister, aunt, friend and family to everyone.
Born and raised in Wilmington, DE, Lynn was the daughter of the late Rebecca L. Garvey & Martin F. Garvey.
Lynn was a great listener, dog lover and avid reader. She was independent and persistent.
Lynn was a graduate of St. Helena grade school, Mt. Pleasant High School and received her pharmacy degree at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Science in Chester, PA.
She is best known for being the soft spoken, sweet pharmacist in the white jacket at Rite-Aid, Newark, Tigue’s Marsh Rd., Happy Harry’s in Talleyville/Concord Square that eventually became Walgreens. Retirement came early for Lynn due to many health issues of her own, but she was a fighter to the end.
Lynn is survived by her sister, Carol Torpey & husband, Steve. Nephew, Michael Torpey & wife Aine, their children Eoin, Meadhbh.
A special thank you to AccentCare Hospice, her aides & friends.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in her memory.
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