J. C. Lindsey Obituary (1923

J.C. Lindsey, 88, of Hapeville, died suddenly at home Saturday, May 26, 2012. He is survived by his loving and very devoted wife of 69 years Jeanette (Mikey); two loving daughters, Cathie Hainsworth and Carol Lindsey; and his devoted rescue companion, Lucky. He was preceded in death by a cherished son-in-law, William Hainsworth. He is also survived by 5 nieces, 4 nephews and several great nieces and nephews. Born in Etowah, Tenn on December 28, 1923, he moved to Hawaii in 1943 where he worked as a machinist at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard. He attended the University of Hawaii for four years, receiving a degree in mechanical engineering. He returned to the U.S. in 1947 working at Charleston Naval Shipyard until moving to Georgia in 1952. He was an architect and builder until he founded J.C. Lindsey Realty in 1964. He played violin with the Atlanta Community Orchestra and was V.P. Resources of Atlanta Music Club. He held a commercial pilots license and flew many search and rescue missions for the Civil Air Patrol. He earned a 10th degree black belt in Jujitsu, which he taught at the Atlanta YMCA. He also taught boxing and mentored many young boys. He was very active in the National Republican Party and raised funds for many charities. J.C. was listed in Who's Who in 2000 and presented many Tribute to Veterans Programs at the Salvation Army and various churches. He loved his family and his country. J.C. we will miss you. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 1 at Hapeville First Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Lacy and Dr. Bob Wiley officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Hapeville First Baptist Church, 612 College St., Hapeville, GA 30354. Donehoo-Lewis Funeral Home, Hapeville. 404-761-2171 To send a flower arrangement in memory of J. C. Lindsey, please click here to visit our sympathy store.