James R. Lynch

James R. Lynch obituary, Philadelphia, PA

James R. Lynch

James Lynch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Decker-Givnish Funeral Home on Sep. 14, 2024.
James R. Lynch passed away on September 7th in Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home where he was a resident for 4 ½ years suffering from Long term Dementia.
Jim was born on February 13th, 1934, to Joseph and Rose (nee McHugh) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Jim graduated from LaSalle University with a degree in Business Administration. He retired from Proctor & Gamble as a Manager of Distribution.
Jim was married to Jane Schrader Lynch for 65 years. They had 3 sons, James "Jay" R. Lynch Jr. (Denise), Matthew (Nanette) and Andrew. Grandchildren, Veronica, Tyler, Gavin, Rylee, Dale & Nancy Menzak and Great-granddaughter Claire Menzak.
Jim loved traveling especially being a Snowbird in Florida, taking the dog for long walks and watching English comedies on TV.
Jim was preceded in death by his son, Andrew and his Daughter In Law Nanette and brothers Jerry, Jack and Joe.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation Thursday, September 19, from 10:00 AM until 11 AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 585 Street Road, Warminster, Pa. 18974. Rd. followed by his Mass at 11 AM. Interment will be private in Washington Crossing National Cemetery.. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to American Legion Auxiliary Post Knowles – Doyle Post 317, 215 S. Main Street, Yardley, PA 19067.

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