Benjamin

Lynum

Mr. Benjamin Lynum, age 61, was born January 1, 1962 in Whatley, AL to the parentage of the late Mr. George Lynum and the late Mrs. Louella Thomas Lynum.  He departed this life March 14, 2023 at the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System, Tuskegee, AL.

At an early age, Mr. Lynum united with the family home church, Morning Star Baptist Church of Whatley. He was educated in the Clarke County School System and was a graduate of Clarke County High School Class of 1980.

"Chubby", as he was lovingly called, was a carpenter by trade and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his friends. He was known as the "jokester of the family". He entered the United States Army on December 1, 1982 and was honorably discharged on November 27, 1985. During his service to our Country, he received the following decorations, medals, and recognition: Army Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal (1 ^st Award), Marksman Badge (Rifle-N16A1), First Class Badge (Hand Grenade), and the Overseas Service Ribbon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Rodney Lynum; and a sister, Keisha Lynum.

Many great memories will linger in the hearts of his family: two sons, Jamarcus (Quantanna) Raine of Madison, MS, and DeVante Hollins of Gosport, AL; two daughters, Ronese Hollins of Gosport, AL, and Melisa (Reginald) Wilson of Pensacola, FL; two brothers, Jarvis (Cynequa) Lynum of Jackson, AL and George Lynum of Rex, GA; four sisters, Patricia Thomas of Mobile, AL; Min. Genet (Dennis) Horn; Edith Lynum of Grove Hill, AL; and Anita (Henry) Turner of North Babylon, NY; eight grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends, including devoted cousins, Pat Thomas, Jr., Alicia Thomas; devoted nephew, Joshua Lynum, and devoted great-nephew, Tyreke Gillard.

Viewing, Thursday, March 23, 2023, 4-6pm at Andrews Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 24, 2023, 12 noon at Morning Star Baptist Church, 466 Morning Star Rd., Whatley, AL; Rev. Ted Watkins, Pastor and Speaker. Military Rites will be performed during the Memorial Service.