of Clinton, AR
April 17, 1937 - January 7, 2022
Dale Utah Lynch, age 84, went to be with the Lord on January 7, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. Dale was born on April 17, 1937 in Searcy County, Arkansas, to parents Guy and Pearl Lynch.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Pearl Lynch; two brothers, U.D. and Buster Lynch; three sisters, Ruby, Lucille and Wylodean; and daughter Pearl Ann Burger of Niles, Michigan.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 64 years, Rena Sue Lynch of Clinton; his son, Jason Dale Lynch and wife Keisha of Clinton, grandchildren Savannah Lynch and fiancé Charleston Sowell, Corbin Lynch and Nick Burger; and several members of his large extended family.
Dale grew up in the Morning Star area of Searcy County where he attended school and worked on his father's farm. From a young age up until he and his wife Rena planted roots in Van Buren County and opened the Dari-Diner in Choctaw, he was a drywaller all over the country. Drywall led him from Searcy County to New Jersey, Indiana and eventually Fairbanks Alaska where he opened Dale Lynch Drywall Sales and Service in the late 70's and early 80's. Upon returning to Clinton, he opened Lynch's Super Stop (currently Alon) in Choctaw and in 1988 decided to run for Van Buren County Judge where he was elected and remained in office until 2002 where he retired. Since retirement he had focused his energy on his wife, grandchildren and farm, and was the lead flyswatter and door greeter at his son's business in Clinton (Elite Automotive) where he always had a story for everyone he met.
A memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 6:00 at First Baptist Church in Clinton, Arkansas.
The family has asked that flowers may be sent to Mrs. Rena at her home.
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58 Condolence(s)
ẞteve lovell
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Dale was a great person he gave me a lot of support for my 3 daughters.thank you. You will be miss. It's been a long time since I was in Clinton. May God wrap his arms around each of you.
John and Brenda Bayer
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
So sorry to hear about Dale. He was a good friend. Our prayers are with his family.
Dee Lin and Berniece Jones
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Rena and Jason and family ,We are so sorry to hear of Dale passing away . We are asking God to give comfort to each of you as you go through this sad time. We highly admired Dale. And his service to our County.
Dixie Carter
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Dale Lynch was a fine leader in our community and his legacy will live on. My prayers and condolences to the family. He was such a good and kind man and he will be remembered as such.
Ann McKim
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about Dale's passing. He was one my of late husband Dwane's favorite people! Praying for peace and comfort for the family, especially my dear friend Rena during this very sad time.
Love, Ann
Norma Jean and Jerry Galbreath
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Rena, we are so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry and Norma.
Brian and Debbie Tatum
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
A Great man, Always enjoyed visiting him!! Prayers for sales family!
Kimberly and Brittney Tyler
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Sorry for your loss.We will be praying for your family
Patty Eubanks Anthony
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
I am so very sorry, Dale was like a second dad to me when I worked at the Dari Diner for him. I love him and Rena very much. My heart is heavy. Praying the God wraps His arms around your family with peace and comfort. God Bless
Gary Massey
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Seems like he always had a smile.
Ronda Ivy
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. Dale was fine man and will be missed by many!
Bruce J. Bennett
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
My sincere condolences. Were it not for Dale and a couple of his relatives, my parents and my family might not have made it to Arkansas.
I could go on at length, but I’ll just summarize by saying a great man has left us.
RIP, good sir…
Sonya Washington
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Dale was always good to me and He never failed to ask about my family (since he grew up in the same community as mine and knew them all). Many prayers sent your way.
Aalesha Ridings Cartner
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
I truly hate this for you guys, but we all must go one day and I’m dreading that day that I’m in your shoes. Keep close to the Lord because He is the only one that can get you through this with the help of family and friends. I love you guys and I definitely will be praying for you. I won’t be able to make the service, but just know that I will be praying. Love you guys!
Scott & Betty Spencer
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
I love Dale and Rena my fondest memory is of Dale helping me in the kitchen at Immanuel Baptist with the dishes. We always argued over who would wash. He was a great example to the youth and will be greatly missed. All our love to Rena, Jason and family.
Vicki and Bill Lynch
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Love hugs and prayers
Larry Reynolds
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Sue Bradford Wallace
Monday, January 10, 2022
Condolences for your loss. Dale and Rena were our friends for many years. Kent and I loved them dearly. God bless his family they will be lost without him. RIP our special friend.
Judy Eakin
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Chip and I thought a lot of Dale. You will be in my prayers
Jody Carpenter
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am sorry for your loss. I had a lot of respect for Dale. He was a great man.
Tammy Wood
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort & peace.
Don and Danna Hensley
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss, sending prayers for all of your family!
Larry and Carolyn Eubanks
Monday, January 10, 2022
My heart goes out to you as you grieve the loss of Dale.
I have such warm memories of Dale. Especially the times he cut hay and had cattle on our farm.
With time and comfort from God, a beautiful sun will shine and beautiful memories will give a happy peace.
Prayers for you and your family
Stephen and Angela Powers
Monday, January 10, 2022
Pops has left a hole that no one can fill. He was a great man and I always enjoyed talking to him. He made sure everyone knew how much he loved his family. Sending prayers for all of you during this time. We love you guys!
Karla Smith Elliott
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing and send prayers to Rena, Jason and family. I'll always remember the fun I had working for Dale and Rena at the Dari Diner. God Bless you All. â¤
Tanya wilson
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss . Prayers for all of the family.
Lane and Nikki Housley
Monday, January 10, 2022
Sorry for your loss. We will keep the family in our prayers.
Ron Rhoda
Monday, January 10, 2022
Our Condolences and Prayers. Dale will be missed
Gladys Maxwell
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Dale was a good man. He and Rena was always helping anyone that needed help. Prayers for the family!
Mark Hinton
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss, Dale was a great man to work and be around.
Phil
Monday, January 10, 2022
I was just thinking of the time I knew the Lynches. Always positive and happy. Prayers for the family.
Diane Jackson
Monday, January 10, 2022
I have a lot of respect and love for the Lynch Family. In my prayers now and the days to come. Treasure the memories. Fly High Mr. Dale Fly High!
Mark Gammill
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Vickie and I are in prayer for you and your family.
Mark and Vickie Gammill
Joe woodson
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss he was a legend in his own time wonderful man was my pleasure to know this man I will truely miss him Dearly,Love you Dale Lynch
Theo & Clair Kubacki
Monday, January 10, 2022
Prayers till we meet again, our warmest condolences to all the family
Sam Culkum
Monday, January 10, 2022
Dale was a great companion and a true friend. We trekked many miles together hunting, and working cattle. Many fond memories of our days together. Honorable and trustworthy. He was a man’s man.
Pat Denman
Monday, January 10, 2022
My condolences to the family. Dale was a good man & one of the best country judge we had.
Mark and Karla Kirkpatrick
Monday, January 10, 2022
Praying for all of you.
Reba Rooney
Monday, January 10, 2022
Rena , Jason and family sorry for your loss a good man will be missed prayers
Jack and Edna Treat
Monday, January 10, 2022
Sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.ðŸ™ðŸ½
Jo Nell Warren
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Praying for Rena, Jason and all of your family.
Nick burger
Monday, January 10, 2022
Good bye till it’s my trun
Crystal Wylodean Lynch Mickler
Monday, January 10, 2022
Uncle Dale, you’ll be missed by all !
Love you bunches..
Toney and Sallie Parish
Monday, January 10, 2022
Rena and family we are sorry for your loss of Dale! He will be remembered as a special outgoing friendly man! God give you all peace!
Dannie R Mason
Monday, January 10, 2022
Mark and Deanna Fell
Monday, January 10, 2022
Rena, Jason and family, we send our love prayers! So sorry for your loss! We are glad to call Dale and Rena our friends! Wonderful people! God bless you all!
Alice Chambers
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sadden by the loss of Dale, he was a good person and a good citizen of Van Buren County where he served gratefully. He and Rena served years on the VBC Fair Association Board and we all appreciated the time they put in. Dale will be missed by friends, family, and those who will remember him well.
Jay Jenkins
Monday, January 10, 2022
Doug and Tara Snider
Monday, January 10, 2022
We love you guys and will miss Pops dearly!
Shannon Hoyle
Monday, January 10, 2022
I am so sorry for the passing of Dale. I loved him and he was a great person. Miss hanging at the shop with him. Loved giving each other a hard time. He will be greatly missed. Love you all! Hugs and prayers <3
Mary Jo Burnley
Monday, January 10, 2022
My heart goes out to Dale’s family and friends. He and Rena always had a kind word and friendly smile. I know he will be missed.
Mary Bayer Johnson
Monday, January 10, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear about Dale. I know that Jesus welcomed him with open arms saying, 'well done, my good and faithful servant.' Prayers for you all as you walk this time of loss.
Rick & Mary
Deborah Kerrigan
Monday, January 10, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He was a good man and will be missed. My heart goes out to the family.
Roger and Shirley Williams
Monday, January 10, 2022
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with family. May God Bless and Comfort each of you at this time.
Roger & Shirley
Shawna Bramlett-Waller
Monday, January 10, 2022
Jason~
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your daddy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and may all your good memories see you through the difficult days ahead!!!
Shawna
Mary Archer
Monday, January 10, 2022
Dear, Lynch families. My condolences to all of you. I loved Dale and Rena very much. Some of my favorite people. 💔 .
Jeanie Dunn McDaniel
Monday, January 10, 2022
Dear Family of Dale
So sorry for your loss, He was a sweet man. Always helpful to the best he could or was allowed, I am sure his passing will leave a big hole in your family. Prayers for love and comfort.
Jeanie
Larry and Mary Lee Loggins
Monday, January 10, 2022
We were so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. I always considered him a friend and he certainly helped us often at Friendship Baptist, Clinton when we were building a new auditorium. He went beyond what was intended to help us. I always thought of him as a good man and he did a great job as County Judge. Prayers for his family and friends