Lynn Allen McGinnis

Lynn Allen McGinnis, 89, of Randleman, died June 15, 2024 after several years of declining health. Lynn was born on September 18, 1934 in Morristown, Tennessee. He graduated from Morristown High School and attended the University of Tennessee. His first career was as a traveling salesman with Taylor Jobbing Company. He later went to work for Barrett Roofing Company, which became Celotex and then the Jim Walter Corporation. As his career advanced he moved with his family to West Columbia, SC, Hueytown, AL, Goldsboro, NC and Tampa, FL. He retired in 1990 and moved to Randleman NC.

 Lynn met his “partner” and wife, Jackie Sue Cannon, in high school. They were married for 68 years and were the parents of three daughters. Lynn and Jackie were active in the United Methodist Church for many years and later in the Church of God. He loved to sing and was a bass soloist in many church choirs. Lynn and Jackie served on Lay Witness teams across North Carolina, and made many mission trips to the House of Hope in Florida. Lynn had a love for cars, woodworking and sweets (especially ice cream). He could fix almost anything. 

He is survived by his wife, Jackie, daughters Katherine Kubel (Doug), Cammie Berrier (David) and Maryanne Canaveral (Luis), grandchildren Lucy Berrier Matheson (Ryan), Jacob Berrier, Nicholas Canaveral (Brianna), Carlos Canaveral (Katia), and great granddaughter Audrey Canaveral. In lieu of a service, visitation will be held Monday, June 17 5-7pm at Sunset Avenue Church of God in Asheboro.