George Walter Lynn, 91, was born September 7, 1927 in Gastonia with a strong work ethic and a patient and humble disposition. While stubborn, he had an uncomplaining nature and his deeply rooted faith caused him to never worry and remain the voice of reason in all circumstances. His delight in old Westerns, particularly John Wayne, as well as chocolate cake, never wavered. George’s love of family was shown in his countless acts of selfless devotion. His numerous trips to Cherry Grove indulged his passion for fishing, while his many mountain trips allowed for enjoyment of the great outdoors.
George was a patriotic American who served eight years in the US Army. He served as a military patrolman in the Philippines, a member of the 11th Airborne, and a proud veteran of the Korean War. George received two Purple Hearts. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans and the 2nd Infantry Division Korean War Veterans Alliance. George attended local Gaston County Schools as well as Southern Biscayne College and Belmont Vocational Textile. He was a machinist at Homelite for 42 years.
George is preceded in death by his parents Eva (Barnes) and Brady E. Lynn and brothers Brady Odell Lynn, Ralph Lynn, Ray Lynn and sister Edna Lynn Smith.
Those left to cherish his memory include the love of his life, his wife of 66 years, Lorene (Jolly) Lynn of Gastonia; one daughter, Sharon Kay (Lynn) Finger and husband John of Cramerton; granddaughter Ashley Lynn Finger of Belmont; grandson Dr. John Wilson Finger, Jr. and wife Meghan of Auburn, Alabama. George’s extended family includes nieces and nephews who are grieving his loss.
The Lynn Family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Carothers Funeral Home, 2005 Williamsburg Drive, Gastonia.
A graveside service with full military honors accorded by the United States Army and the Gaston County Honor Guard will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 21, 2018 in the Apostles Garden, Mark section, at Gaston Memorial Park, 1200 South New Hope Road, in Gastonia.
Condolences and online memories may be shared at www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com.
The staff at Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park is honored to serve the Lynn family.
