Donald Flinn

Donald Lee Flinn VIRGINIA BEACH - Donald Lee Flinn, 80, died peacefully Dec. 25, 2010 in his home. Born in Sullivan, Ind., Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marie Grimstead Flinn; his two sons, Donnie Flinn and his wife Cathy, and Douglas Flinn and his wife Nancye; and two special grandchildren, Stephen and Sarah Flinn, all of Virginia Beach. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved daughter, Linda. Don served in the Army as a master sergeant and later owned his own repair business. He enjoyed working in his garage and helping his sons with their race cars. "DeeDee" especially enjoyed being a grandfather and loved spending time with his "little buddies." The family will celebrate his life with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, in Church of Christ at Creeds. Burial services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any church of choice. The family would like to also express appreciation to Dr. Peter Birk and his staff for the attentive care Don received. Friends may offer condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.