James Robert "Pappy" Lynch was born in Gallatin, TN on August 28, 1943 and he passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at Alive Hospice in Nashville at the age of 74. He was the son of William High and Lilliemae Harris Lynch. Mr. Lynch was an iron worker and a veteran of the US Army. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lois (Billy Joe) Moore. Survivors include son, Robert (Tara) Lynch of Westmoreland; two daughters, Misty Barry of Gallatin and Ginger (Allen) Taylor of Portland. Four extended daughters, Tina, Shelly, Connie and Darlene. Grandchildren, Devin Barry, Alayna Lynch, Austin Lynch, Justin Lynch, Cody Taylor, Hannah Taylor, Lucus Taylor, Brittany English and Luke Robinette. One great grandchild, Logan Allen Swisher. 14 other great grandchildren also survive. Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, 10 am to 8 pm at Who So Ever Will Ministries located at 3121A Hwy 52 E in Bethpage TN. Visitation will also be on Thursday 9 am to service time. Funeral service will be Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 1 PM at Who So Ever Will Ministries with Rev Ron Embry officiating. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Rolaid Hodges, Robert Moore, William Jackson, Steve Leonard, Tony Fuqua and Eddie (Big E). Sumner County Funeral and Cremation Services assisting the family with arrangements. 615-452-9059