Kenneth Lynch, 79, of Russellville, Arkansas, departed this life in his home on July 23rd, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones.

Kenneth was born in Russellville on November 18th, 1946 to Clarence and Mary Ellen (Taylor) Lynch.

He was a graduate of Russellville High School. He attended New Beginnings Church of God. He was married to Donna (Ferguson) Lynch for 58 years, and had two children, Angela and Kenneth Jr.

He began his career in the Auto Parts business with Voss Hutton. And worked with Johnny Blackford and 555 Auto Parts. He furthered his career with Crow Burlingame Auto Parts where he began as manager. And went on to become District Manager of Crow Burlingame and retired after 36 years.

Kenneth enjoyed fishing, hunting, and all sports, (especially the Razorbacks). His favorite of all time was playing golf. He was an avid golfer and a member of Centennial Valley Golf Club and Galla Creek Country Club.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Mary Ellen (Taylor) Lynch, brother Jary Farmer Lynch, two sisters, Mary Ann and Mary Alice, and son-in-law Chris Baldwin. He is survived by his wife Donna (Ferguson) Lynch of 58 years, daughter Angela Baldwin of Dunedin, Florida and son Kenneth Lynch Jr., wife Nancy Lynch, and grandchildren Connor and Kenya Lynch of Pottsville, Arkansas, brother Stanely Lynch and wife Pat Lynch of Russellville, Arkansas, and sister Joy Sinclair of Columbia, Missouri, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, July 27, at Lemley Chapel with Bro. Earl Helton officiating.  Visitation will be one hour prior to services.  A private burial will be held at Pisgah Cemetery under the direction of Lemley Funeral Service of Atkins.

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Hospice Home Care, Brother and Sister Cossey, and family members for all their love and compassion.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family requests donations in his honor be made to the following charities:

Joseph’s House 

htts://josephshouse.info

River Valley Shelter for Battered Women and Children

https://www.rivervalleyshelter.org

Online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral.com.