Barbara Jean (Sears) Lynch 1936-2004

Barbara Jean Lynch, daughter of Dorothy Marie (Deberry) Sears and the late Clifton Eugene Sears, was born August 3, 1936 in Richland, Missouri. She departed this life the afternoon of April 5, 2004 at her home in Waynesville, Missouri at the age of 67 years, 4 months and 2 days.

On September 4, 1953, Barbara was united in marriage with James Victor Lynch and to this union four children were born, Steven Michael, Deborah Gay, James Eric and Lisa Lynn.

While growing up, Barbara attended church services at the Richland Methodist Church. However, later in life she became a baptized Catholic and attended the St. Jude's Catholic Church in Richland. She believed in visiting churches of all regions and she spent time studying the beliefs of both Western and Eastern religions. Her faith in God was an inspiration to others. She started each morning reading the Bible and in prayer with God. She believed in the good in all people.

Barbara spent her life giving loving care and compassion to others. She received her Emergency Medical Technician and Licensed Vocational Nurses training. She volunteered her time working for many different organizations throughout her lifetime. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, embroidery and gardening.

Barbara leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Vic of the home; her mother, Dorothy Sears of Richland; two sons: Steven Lynch and his wife, Deborah and Jim Lynch all of Waynesville; two daughters, Deborah Lynch Baxter and her husband, Ross of Sanger, Texas and Lisa Lynch of Littleton, Colorado; one brother, Tom Sears of Columbia; one sister, Judy (Sears) McCalip and her husband, John of Lebanon; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and several other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life service was held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 9, 2004 at the Richland Memorial Chapel in Richland with Bro. Lee Todd and Rev. Steven Lynch officiating. Becky Lercher accompanied Rodney Blanchard as he sang "Victory In Jesus". Becky Lercher also sang "I Feel Like Traveling On". Rev. Steven Lynch concluded the service with a loving eulogy in honor of his mother. Serving as escorts were Steven Lynch Jr., Skip Sears, Harold Eugene Sears, John Jarrett, John McCalip, and Gary Carmack. Honorary escorts were Freeman Moss, Ross Baxter, Harold Wells, Carl Johnson, and Mike Goff. Burial followed in the Resurrection Cemetery of St. Robert, MO. Services were under the direction of Richland Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made in memory of Barbara Jean Lynch and may be left at the chapel.

Thomas Garland “Tom” Lynch d. 7 October, 2011

Thomas Garland “Tom” Lynch, 69 of Richland, a retired tool and die maker, passed away at 1:35 p.m., Friday, October 7, 2011, at his home.

Services are pending and will be announced by Memorial Chapel of Richland.

Mr. Lynch is survived by his wife: Linda K. Lynch; two children: Kimberly Young (Kenny) and Christy Adams (Bill) of Richland; three brothers: Bill Lynch of Richland, Harold Lynch (Virginia) of Roseville, Michigan and Richard Lynch (Marsha) of Richland; two granddaughters: Andrea Jeffries and MacKenzie Murphy; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Ruth (McColgan) Lynch 1913-2009

Mary Ruth Lynch went home to be with her Lord the morning of July 13, 2009 in the Richland Care Center, Richland, Missouri, at the age of 95 years, 10 months and 9 days. One of two children born to the union of the late Guy G. McColgan and Mary E. (Matheny) McColgan Langford, Ruth was born September 4, 1913 near Hickman, Kentucky, where she grew up on a farm next to the Mississippi River. Ruth was a 1931 graduate of Hickman High School. Later that year, on December 4, Ruth was united in marriage with Swiggart Raymond Lynch in Fulton County, Kentucky. Ruth and Swiggart shared nearly 50 years of marriage and were blessed with six sons, Bill, James Harold, Bobby, Joe, Tom and Richard. Swiggart and two of their sons, Bobby and Joe, preceded Ruth in death. Ruth dedicated her life to the love and care of her family. She was a wonderful cook and made great biscuits. She also made beautiful handwork treasurers, and was a pretty successful "bank fisherman." Ruth was a woman of great faith in her Lord Jesus Christ, and was a member of Beulah Baptist Church. She will be greatly missed by four sons: Tom Lynch (Kay), Bill Lynch and Richard Lynch (Marsha) all of Richland, and James Harold Lynch (Virginia) of Royal Oak, Michigan; 26 grandchildren; numerous great and great-great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, husband and two sons, Ruth was preceded in death by her brother, Willie McColgan. Funeral services were held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, July 16, 2009 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland with Rev. Larry Atkins officiating. Recorded music selections included "Amazing Grace", "The Old Rugged Cross" and "Go Rest High On That Mountain". Serving as escorts were Joe Kelso, Bill Adams, Norman Smith, Kenneth Marshal, David Lowery and Raymond Lynch. Honorary escort was Kenny Young. Burial followed in the Hazelgreen Cemetery, Hazelgreen, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Hazelgreen Cemetery Fund in memory of Ruth Lynch. Donations can be made at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland.