James Lionel Burch Jr.

James Lionel Burch Jr. (dad, Jimmy, Jim, Big Jim, Papaw Burch) age 65 of Knoxville, Tennessee went to be with his savior on July 24, 2025. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Pine Grove Road, Burlington Masonic Lodge and was also a Shriner. He was a graduate of Central High School, and Cleveland State College where he was a Graphic Arts major.

He was preceded in death by his Parents James L. Burch, Sr and Beverly Burch. mother-in-law and father-in-law Harold and Trula Oaks. Brother Mike Burch, and grandson Cody Adkins.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Patricia Oaks Bunch (Trish), son Mark Burch, step-son Jason Metler (Kylie), step-daughter Lisa Metler and bonus son Evan McMurray. Grandchildren: Kayla Adkins, Corey Adkins, Tegan Burch, Landyn Metler, Sydnie Seay Whitener, Harper Adkins, and Kasen Adkins Great grandchildren: Langston Tate Trotter, Kyas Maverick Kurby. Special friend, Donna Day and special niece Kristi Jones.

Jimmy was a successful Entrepreneur having started many profitable businesses. These include, Jims Lawn Services, Jims Printing Services, Home Improvements Unlimited LLC and at the time of his passing he was the proud owner of Affordable Plumbing. His customers quickly became family to him.

Jimmy was never at a loss for words! He loved conversation. Even being told on occasion that “he could talk to a fence post”!

Jimmy loved the Lord and was eager to share how his life was changed after he was saved. He would talk about running into old friends from his past and telling them, “hey I don’t do those things anymore!” They would tell him, that might be good for you but I will party until I die! That troubled him but was assured that he had planted a seed.

A receiving of friends will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel. Dr. David Lovett to officiate. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com.

Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel is honored to serve the family of James Lionel Burch Jr.