Gerald Elbert Lynn

1929 - 2017

Gerald Elbert Lynn obituary, 1929-2017, Fredericksburg, VA

BORN

1929

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Clore-English Funeral Home

11190 James Monroe Highway

Culpeper, Virginia

Gerald Lynn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 7, 2017.

Gerald "Jerry" Lynn died peacefully in his home on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Fredericksburg, VA at the age of 87. Jerry is survived by his wife, Betty R. Lynn; children, Janice Chrismon of Unionville, VA and Jeffrey Lynn of Gilbert, AZ; grandchildren, Deah Weller of Pampa, TX; Jennifer Lynn of Mesa, AZ and Jeremy Lynn of Sahuarita, AZ; his brother, Charles B. Lynn of Chico, CA and sister, E. Sue Henn Schaub of Bedford, IA; sister-in-law, Ardene Mullison of Casper, WY; (longtime friend of his wife, Betty); best friend, Frank Manes of Blanchard, IA; as well as great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by one brother and two sisters, Richard "Dick" O. Mullison, Elizabeth "Betty" Horn and Shirley J. Casten.
Jerry was born on September 8, 1929 in Shenandoah, IA to Charles Elbert and Annie Read Lynn. Following high school, Jerry proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. In 1950 he met Betty R. Matheny on a blind date. Three months later they were married and eventually settled down in Newton, Kansas, where the couple welcomed two children into their home. They moved to Paonia, Colorado where they raised their children and were active in the community for many years before retiring in Unionville, VA. His children remember him as a quiet, disciplined and loving father who encouraged them to pursue their goals.
Jerry owned several businesses over the years and was always known as a hard-working, generous and kind man with a wicked sense of humor. Many have had the privilege of being pranked by him. He was always an active and dedicated member of his local church, most recently Antioch Baptist Church of Unionville, VA. A quiet, unassuming man, he never liked the spotlight but was always found working in the background, particularly in their church home. He and his wife, Betty, opened their hearts and home to others.
He taught his children strong work and moral ethics and to do what you love. He was proud of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A doting husband and a true patriarch.
A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 20, 2017 at Antioch Baptist Church, Unionville, VA. The Reverends Brian and Zipper Harfst and Reverend Terry Green will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Jerry's life. Donations may be sent to Heartland Hospice at 400 Holiday Court, Suite 101, Warrenton, Virginia 20186. The family would like to thank Brookdale Assisted Living for their dedication and care.

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February 14, 2017

Kim Williams

Just wanted to send prayers and my condolences to Janice and her Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I love and miss you lots.

February 11, 2017

Nancy Young

My memories of Uncle Jerry were mainly stories told by my mom, his older sister. She loved her family very much and helped during their mother's illness. The "boys" grew to be strong and handsome men. I believe each had a motorcycle back in the day! Although they all settled down in various parts of the country, they stayed close. My husband, Gary, and I visited Uncle Jerry and Aunt Betty about two years ago. Aunt Sue and Uncle Chuck were there as well! They shared some wonderful pictures and stories from over the years and everyone enjoyed our visit. Uncle Jerry was a wonderful gentleman and he will be missed by his extended family.

February 10, 2017

Tim Chriestenson

Although Jerry was my EX-father-in-law for the past 22 years or so, he remained one of the men I most admired and liked. If I may, let me tell you what I saw in Jerry.

He was a strong man, but with a gentle heart. His reserved, quiet nature made his dry humor even more effective. Jerry's love for, and dedication to, his family ran deep and made him a selfless provider and fearless protector. His integrity and love of God kept his moral compass pointed due North. He was indeed a Godly man.

If we are fortunate, we will encounter in our lives one or two truly remarkable people. People whose lives teach us more about living than a thousand books or pointless sermons. I was that fortunate.

I knew Jerry Lynn.

February 9, 2017

My memories of Jerry are mostly limited to stories Dick told. Usually any story, told by Dick, was punctuated with laughter about something Jerry said or did. Remembering Jerry's sense of humor; he always "left 'em laughin'". He will be missed. Glad to have known him.

February 9, 2017

Jennifer Lynn

I'm glad we got to spend the day together at the air show the last time we came to Virginia to visit. Grandpa told me stories of when he met Grandma and the pranks he pulled in the military. He's such a jokester! I remember spending time in the garden when I was a kid, cleaning up the plants. One year Grandpa planted pumpkins and they were out of control! They got so big and so numerous, they were spilling over the garden bed!

I miss you Grandpa. I miss your quiet, mischievous, humor and your kindness. I love you.

February 8, 2017

Sue Schaub

Jerry was the kindest, most caring brother one could ask for. He always had time for me. Taught me to ride a bike and other brotherly things. I didn't know what a sense of humor he had until later years. He told me of a neighborhood get together for a gentleman neighbor who had remarried (rather elderly). Jerry found his good hat and hid it in the freezer. And then he proceeded to wear a cap with a pony tail to a family reunion in Laramie, WY. He never cracked a smile about it. Just wore it the whole time during the reunion. And baldness runs in the Lynn family! He will be missed but I expect he's checking out the Heavenly Kingdom for odd jobs to do. This sister will miss him very much. I'm so very glad that my brother Chuck and I visited with them a couple of years ago in Culpeper. We had a wonderful time together. Sister Sue Lynn Schaub.

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