Colton D Lynn Obituary (1993 - 2016)

"We will never forget someone who gave us so much to remember" Colton D. Lynn, 23 of South Salt Lake passed away of unknown causes Friday, September 30, 2016. Colton was born January 14, 1993 in Salt Lake City to Christian D. and Christie Park Lynn. He resided in West Jordan, Highland, and most recently South Salt Lake. The world has lost an amazing young man. Colton was a smile inside and out. His quick wit and fun loving spirit affected all that crossed his path. His love and loyalties extended to so many. Every person in his life held a unique and special importance. He had a gift of making you feel you were the most essential person in his world. Colton was the guardian of many, but started with his bond to his brother Colby. His allure was not just limited to the human race. He was adored by his sweet dogs Chito and Reedy… He tolerated Jasmine, the annoying cat in his house. He embodied passion for life through his spirit of adventure. He treasured experiences in cliff jumping at Lake Powell, Causey Reservoir or Flaming Gorge. His love for the outdoors took him on adventures of hiking, snowboarding, camping, fishing, skateboarding, boating, ATV's, wakeboarding and surfing. His athletic talents and abilities knew no boundaries. Colton was a loyal dedicated fan of the Denver Broncos. He put his heart into everything he did including his work. His work experiences ranged from Vinyl Industries Fencing, Direct Push Services, Bio Fire, and Christy's Ski and Sport, Park City. He began target shooting with his grandfather at the age of 10 and continued the tradition. His favorite weekend get-away was with his Grandparents to Holden. His adventures took him to favorite spots like Goblin Valley and American Fork Canyon. Colton had started his quest of stepping foot in every state of this Nation. He had opportunities to travel to the Pacific North West, Hawaii, California, Yellowstone, Zions, Colorado and had many destinations on his future agenda. Colton is preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his mother Christie, brother Colby, grandparents Max and Gayle Park, Jack and Maryann Lynn, aunts and uncles Sean and Sheri Bromley, Nick and Marie Asay, Matt and Logan Youngman, Bryn and Holly Marley and his girlfriend Alicia Dentone. He was the hero to all of his cousins, Breg, Jaret, Navie, Jex, Isaac, Parker, Andrea and Susannah. His life will be celebrated Saturday, October 8, 2016 with a viewing at 11:00 a.m. at the Latter Day Saint Chapel, 10962 North 6400 West, Highland, UT This will be followed by a Graveside Service at 1:30 p.m. at the Highland City Cemetery, 6200 West 11000 North, Highland, UT. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Colton Lynn Memorial Fund at any Mountain America Credit Union location. Funeral Home: Jenkins-Soffe South Valley 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway South Jordan, UT 84095