Richard James Lynch ( 6-24-69) a beloved scholar, friend, and humanitarian died on July 2, 2018 of causes yet unknown. Rick's unexpected departure has left everyone who knew him at Columbia University as well as every family member and every's life he's touched in NYC mourning . The purpose of this fundraiser is to bring Rick's body back home to Boston, Massachusetts and reunite him with his family. We ask everyone who knew of Rick’s great heart, contagious smile and endless desire to make others happy, to contribute in this fundraising. Let’s commemorate Rick’s life by offering him a place where he can forever Rest In Peace along side his family in Massachusetts.