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James Lynch Obituary
October 17, 1946 - January 8, 2024
Valley Center, Kansas - James Robert Lynch, age 77, of Valley Center, Kansas passed away on January 8, 2024. Jim grew up near Ness City, Kansas. A librarian and archivist, Jim was a graduate of Ottawa University, Bethany Theological Seminary, and the University of Texas at Austin. After retirement from Bethel College in Newton in 2014, Jim continued to volunteer as an archivist. A member of Heartland Friends Quaker Meeting and the Rise Up Singing Wichita song circle, Jim was a lover of folk and protest music and shared great energy with many social justice activities in the Midwest. A memorial service will be held at Heartland Friends Meetinghouse, 14505 W. Sandwedge in Wichita at 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 27th.
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Jordan
April 28, 2024
Condolences to the family of James lynch he was a mowing customer of mine and was a great person.
Jordan sharp
March 24, 2024
Jim was a vary good person a great mowing customer of mine up till recent when i heard about his passing last week. I would mow his yard every two weeks and we would conversate after. Didnt know if he had family in valley but sending my condolences to them.
Janice Bradley
February 27, 2024
I have fond memories working with Jim on the board of the Peace and Social Justice Center of South Central Kansas. Jim was a committed activist and served as secretary to the board. He had a great sense of humor and a special love for Woody Guthrie. Rest in peace my friend.
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