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Cj
Cathey, Jr.
Oct 23, 1929 — Dec 22, 2020
CJ Cathey, Jr., 91 of Greenville, Texas passed away on December 22, 2020. He was born on October 23, 1929 to CJ Sr. and Iva Tempest (White) Cathey in Little Rock, Arkansas. CJ lived life to the fullest. A veteran of the US Navy during the Korean War, he studied Electrical Engineering after receiving an honorable discharge. He earned his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in three years while working two full-time jobs to support his young family. He later earned his Master's degree in Engineering from SMU. He went on to work as a Director of Engineering for Aerospatiale Helicopter for many years. Later, he worked for E-Systems in Greenville, Texas until his retirement. CJ loved the Lord and was an active and faithful member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He enjoyed playing tennis, watching football, competing in local bowling leagues, and spending time working in his yard. He was a long-time member of the Elks Club in Greenville. Most of all, CJ was a family man and loved and cherished time spent with them. CJ is survived by his wife of 28 years, Jincy Jones, whom he married on May 23, 1992; children, Rebecca Cathey (Dan Parks), Deborah Cathey (Kevin Stone), Karen Cathey (Steve Helfert), Tamala Cathey, Michael Cathey, Lara Cathey Dunson, and stepdaughter, Kim Collier (Tim); 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Markus Cathey, and brother, William Cathey. The family will have a private memorial service in Greenville. In addition, CJ will be interred at Roselawn Memorial Park in Little Rock, Arkansas on April 16, 2021 at 1:00pm. Memorial Service Saturday, January 9, 2021 1:00 PM Lynch Funeral Service 4238 State Highway 34 South Greenville,Texas 75402 Graveside Service Friday, April 16, 2021 1:00 PM Roselawn Cemetery 11051 Ringwood Dr Little Rock,Ar 72204
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