Lyn Edward Bagley was tragically taken from this earth on December 21, 2022 at the age of 53 from a hit and run accident on Highway 299. He was born February 3, 1969 to Carl and Frances Bagley in Fortuna.

Lyn — a.k.a “the Legend” and a.k.a “The Bags” — was a friend and brother to many. He was a larger-than-life kind of guy, literally and metaphorically. His height measuring in at 6 foot 6 inches, he stood out in a crowd. Lyn loved playing baseball (catcher) as a young man. His favorite sports teams were the San Francisco Giants, Las Vegas Raiders or as he was growing up the Oakland Raiders, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Lyn was the kind of guy that would give the clothes he was wearing for a person in need and he would do anything for any of his friends or family. He was a big guy with a bigger heart. He lit up the room with his smile and sense of humor. He was the protector of many. He will be missed tremendously by so many.

Lyn had worked for different lumber companies in Humboldt County for many years. He also worked for Professional Tree Services, where he met and made many friends.

Lyn is survived by his brothers, Eddie Shields, and Dale Bagley; nieces and nephews, Shayla Verbich (Mike), Shaun Bagley, Skylur Bagley, and Ryan Shields; his many aunts, uncles and cousins on both the Bagley and Smith side; and we can’t forget about his fur friend Toby.

He is preceded in death by his parents Carl Edward Bagley and Frances Irene Bagley, grandparents, Harold Arthur Smith and Hattie Irene Smith, sister-in-law Sherry McDonald.

There was a private burial service on January 18, 2023 in Fortuna. A celebration of life (pot luck style) is scheduled for Saturday February 11, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Sequoia Park in Eureka. If you are able, please bring a side dish and a good story.

Thank you to all of Lyn’s friends and family members for the wonderful pictures, memories and kind words. It means so much!

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