Lynne Ann Dykeman, 68, passed away peacefully with her loving daughter by her side on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at D’Youville Senior Care.
Born in Cambridge, MA on February 12, 1958, Lynne was raised in Tewksbury by her beloved mother, the late Nancy (Cook) Mello, and her stepfather, the late Robert Mello. Her father, Vincent Sylvester, passed away when Lynne was a child.
She grew up and was educated in Tewksbury and spent much of her life in Lowell. Lynne dedicated more than twenty years to Tewksbury Memorial High School, where she worked as a custodian and in the school cafeteria. She truly loved being part of the school community, and interacting with the students brought her tremendous joy. Known for her spirited personality and quick wit, Lynne was a true firecracker who left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Bradley and her husband, Dario Toscano, of Billerica; her cherished grandchildren, Kelsie Bradley and fiancé William Awisus 111 of South Boston, MA, Zachary Bradley, and Aria Toscano of Billerica Ma ; her siblings, Susan Sylvester of Tewksbury, Ma , Vincent Sylvester of Florida, and Bobbi Mears of Florida . She also leaves many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends, especially her close friends Kathy Dykeman and Kathy McElroy.
Lynne was the sister of the late Paul Sylvester and Jean Grigoriou, and the former wife of the late Paul Dykeman.
Her funeral services will take place privately. Arrangements by the Tewksbury Funeral Home www.tewksburyfuneralhome.com