Pastor James Allen Lynch, 83, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on January 7, 2021, in Port Arthur, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Ronnie Hennigan. Burial will follow at The Cemetery in Mauriceville, Texas.
Born on January 30, 1937, he was the son of Dallas Tillman Lynch and Florena (Eddins) Lynch. James proudly served the country in the United States Air Force. He dedicated himself to living for the Lord and was a longtime pastor and evangelist. James found great joy in singing, playing guitar, and writing music. He and a group of friends had a fondness for playing together for the residents in different nursing homes. James was a compassionate man who loved others and never met a stranger. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and he will be missed by all who were blessed to know him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Dallas and Florena Lynch; his son, Martin “Marty” Allen Lynch; as well as his siblings.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Juanita Lynch of Deweyville; his children, Patricia Craig and husband Steven of Richmond and Wesley Tillman Lynch and wife Pamela of Orange; his sister, Clara “Aunt Neal” Odom of Deweyville; his grandchildren, Steven Rae Craig and wife Jenny, Stephanie Farrell and husband Cameron, Nathanael Tillman Lynch and wife Jordan, Kimberly Lynch, Michael Lynch and wife Amber, Derek Lynch, and Chris Lynch; along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other loving family members.
Serving as pallbearers will be Steven Craig, Cameron Farrell, Nathanael Lynch, Gary Burch, Pete Wyatt, Eli Wyatt. Honorary pallbearer is Jonathan Odom.
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Anonymous
January 12, 2021
Lovely One Spathiphyllum Plant was purchased for the family of Pastor James Allen Lynch.
Paul And Sandy Brown
January 11, 2021
Blessed to be friends with brother and sister Lynch. We love you both. Working Tuesday. Won't be there for services. Looking for ward to the big reunion in the sky.
Mildred, Wade, And Nathan Monger
January 11, 2021
Mildred, Wade, and Nathan Monger purchased the Divine Peace Bouquet for the family of Pastor James Allen Lynch.
Wayne & Janis Jordan
January 10, 2021
It's always hard to say goodbye to friends but oh the joy he has found on the other side. We have always enjoyed visiting with him and his precious wife. They have always welcomed us and our hearts were lightened just being in their presence. It's good to have had him as a friend and mentor. He will not be forgotten!
With love,
Bro. Wayne & Sis. Janis Jordan
Anonymous
January 10, 2021
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Pastor James Allen Lynch.
Anonymous
January 9, 2021
Dreams From the Heart Bouquet was purchased for the family of Pastor James Allen Lynch.
Melissa Fowler
January 9, 2021
Sister Juanita, we so sorry to hear of Bro James passing.We always loved to hear his testimonys and him singing for the Lord.I see him smiling down on us now.Praying for you and your family. May God comfort yall at this time.love yall Shorty and Melissa Fowler
Bro. Donald Frazier
January 9, 2021
To the family of Bro. James Lynch,I am sorry to learn of the passing of Bro. Lynch. My heart is sadden at the news of this loss. I have heard many of good sermons and songs by Bro. Lynch. He will be missed by one and all. Me and Chantell are praying for the family. Praying for peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. God Bless You All.Bro. Donald & Sis. Chantell Frazier
Amber Lynch
January 9, 2021
James, Juanita and their grandsons Michael, Derek and Chris at mine and Michael’s wedding December 5, 2009
Claybar Funeral Home
January 9, 2021
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