Date Of Birth: October 16, 1929
Date Of Death: September 7, 2005
James J. Lynch, 75, passed away at his home on Sept. 7, 2005.He was born Oct. 16, 1929 in Queens, NY to Charles and Anne Lynch. He attended St. JohnÂ’s University in Brooklyn. During college he enlisted in the Army. One of his proudest military memories was serving as honor guard at the tomb of the unknown soldier at Arlington Cemetery while stationed at Ft. Myer, Virginia. He also served honorably in Korea with the third infantry division.Upon returning home, he worked for John Hancock insurance company, retiring in 1989 in Indianapolis as District Manager after 35 years with the company.He was an enthusiastic and dedicated New York Yankees fan.Jim cared very much about the importance of family. He was a loving uncle and great uncle, and he cherished the role of Godfather to his godchildren. He forged a lifelong friendship to George Davis, commencing during the Korean War period, and lasting up to his final days, with George serving as his executor.Jim is also survived by his:Sister Kathleen HigbeeNephew Raymond HigbeeNephew William HigbeeNiece Patricia JordanNephew Michael Higbee Â…all of New York,and several beloved nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, son Richard Lynch, and sister Patsy Lynch.Visitation will be held on Sun, Sept 11. 2005 from 3-7:00 PM at Harry Moore Family Mortuary, Allisonville Road Chapel.Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, Sept 12 at 10:00 AM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 7200 Sarto Drive, with burial to follow at Oaklawn Memory Gardens beside his son Richard Lynch.
Sandy Jose Mula says
My friend and my pal.I wish that I had more time with you. I love the laughs that we shared and I love to hear your New York axcent.I will carry you in my heart and in my mind. And now I have a new family member, your best friend “beside George” Jay-Jay . I am so proud and honored to know you. I was a lucky one too.
Shane Clarkson says
Jim was a kind man. He will be greatly missed. I only knew him from talking to him at the olive garden.
Curtis Amber and Kayla Worthy says
Jim is, and was, a great man with many stories. Some of those stories were extremely long, but always funny. One of the best smart-asses I’ve ever known, and I will miss that. Jim…just so you know-Shane and I are rooting for the Yanks! Wouldn’t have it any other way. Love ya man! GO IRISH!!