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Lynn Palmer Surgner, of Berwyn, Pennsylvania, died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on August 22, 2023 at age 79. Lynn was born January 2, 1944, in Philadelphia to Eleanor and Allen Sweetwood. She attended St. Basil’s Academy in Philadelphia and Penn State University earning a BS in Education. Lynn loved her years as an elementary school teacher. Decades later, many former students connected with her on Facebook, sharing stories of Mrs. Palmer’s classroom. As a mother of 2 young boys, Lynn pivoted and took on a new career challenge, Interior Design. She worked at a local retailer in addition to starting her own design consultant group. Lynn’s style and creativity were evident in each project she created. Lynn’s vibrance and thoughtfulness were present in all she touched. She was an active member of St. David’s Episcopal Church for 48+ years, teaching Sunday School, chairing the historic annual church fair, establishing and facilitating the Walking the Mourners Path program. As a member of Waynesborough Country Club for 51 years, Lynn participated in every aspect of the club. She sat on the Board of Governors for 2 terms, served as head of both women’s golf and youth golf programs, and worked as a design consultant when a new clubhouse was built in 2001. Over the years, Lynn loved playing tennis and golf both competitively and with friends. In later years, Lynn discovered her love of painting taking classes both at the Wayne Art Center and in Naples, Florida with a renowned watercolorist. Her subjects were often her favorite people and places. When golf became too difficult to play, Lynn shifted gears and learned the challenging game of bridge. Her intelligence and a keen eye for detail made her a quick learner and sharp player. Always an extrovert, Lynn loved helping people. Her strength, positivity and grace were a blessing to all. Lynn was predeceased by her beloved first husband Jan S. Palmer and brother James Sweetwood. She is survived by her cherished second husband William H. Surgner, her sons, David (Alison) Palmer of Garden City, NY, Scott (Heather) Palmer of Wayne, PA, grandchildren Jack, Ryan, Luke, Annie & Ian Palmer, and step-children Brandt (Amanda) Surgner of Richmond, VA & Holly (John) Spofford of Wayne, PA. Her memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2023, 11:00 am at St. David's Episcopal Church, 763 South Valley Forge Road, Wayne, PA 19087 In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Lynn’s memory to the 9th Floor Foundation. https://www.9thfloorfoundation.org/

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Lynn Palmer Surgner

January 2, 1944 - August 22, 2023