Lynn Williamson, 77

Published 4:10 pm Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Lynn Williamson, 77, died February 14, 2022, at his home in Winchester, Kentucky, with his loving wife, Bertha, by his side. Lynn was born September 3, 1944, in Meta, Kentucky, to the late Hylton and Doris Williamson.

Lynn graduated from Pikeville High School. After graduating, he went to work for the city of Pikeville. On August 16, 1963, Lynn married Bertha Spriggs. The two were lifelong companions and best friends. They raised one daughter, Kristy Williamson Wade.

The couple moved to Mount Vernon, Ohio in 1965. Lynn worked for Chattanooga Glass for 20 years and then L.B Manufacturing until he retired in January 2007. Lynn and Bertha then moved to Winchester, Kentucky.

Lynn loved his church, Heritage Baptist. He was a faithful member until his health caused him to remain at home. He also enjoyed woodworking, fishing, coaching softball, watching NASCAR races and all sports (especially Ohio State and Kentucky).

Lynn is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Bertha Williamson; his daughter, Kristy Wade; two grandsons, Jeremiah and Isaiah Wade; two brothers, James Buford Williamson and Donald (Wanda) Williamson; one sister, Jennie (Otis) Russell; one niece, Lisa Williamson; two nephews, Jim Williamson and Stacey Clevinger; and two great-nieces, Whitney and Haley Williamson.

Lynn was preceded in death by; his parents, Hylton and Doris Williamson; one sister-in-law, Sybil Williamson.

Lynn will be remembered as a loving husband and father. He will also be remembered as easy going and a friend to all.

Services will be held at Scobee Funeral Home in Winchester, Kentucky. Visitation will be Friday, February 18, 2022 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. The funeral service will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 1:00pm, burial services will follow at Winchester Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook visit www.ScobeeFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers, donate to Hospice East, Winchester, Kentucky or Heritage Baptist, Winchester, Kentucky.