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Robert Flynn Obituary
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI - Bob Flynn, 72, passed away November 18 in Bloomfield Hills, MI, after a long, courageous bout with cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Flynn of Bloomfield Hills, MI; his daughters, Caron Meendering (David) of Coldwater, MI, Wendy Shannon (Tom) of Sherman Oaks, CA, and Cher're Walters (Tim) of Troy, MI, and their daughter, Ariell; his brother, Ken (Carolyn) of Carlsbad, CA; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, May and Ken Flynn of Ithaca.
Bob was an outstanding athlete at Ithaca High School, lettering in football, wrestling, baseball, and track. He was inducted into the IHS Athletic Hall of Fame. He was also inducted into the Wyoming Seminary (PA) Hall of Fame, having starred in football, wrestling, and baseball. He went on to Cornell University where he starred in baseball. He earned a degree in Hotel Management.
Contributions may be sent to the Robert J. Flynn Memorial Fund, c/o the Athletic Department, Cornell University (Baseball).
Services will be held at Christ Church of Cranbrook, Bloomfield Hills, MI at 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 30, 2007.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Flynn
Shirley Itin
December 9, 2007
From schooldays at Boynton Jr. High in Ithaca, plus years at Cornell and later entrepreneurial years in Michigan, Bob was a steady friend thru times ranging from turbulent to Easy Street. -----Tom & Shirley (Besemer) Itin
John Driscoll
December 7, 2007
I will always remember Bob as a friend and mentor in Wrestling, Football and Track (Pole Vaulting) at IHS. I always enjoyed meeting with Bobbie at the many IHS re-unions.He will be sooo missed.
Aurora Rubens Valenti
December 5, 2007
I send my deepest sympathy to Bob's family. What can one say upon the loss of a dear friend. He was one-of-a-kind. I shall miss him, especially at reunions when he would stand up and shout, "Let's have a yell, Aurora!"
Bev (Pendleton) Leichliter (cousin)
December 3, 2007
To Bobby, Rembering our yrs. growing
up together, loved you then, love you still. Thinking of you Julie and Bob's family and Ken,Carolyn and family.
Ken and Carolyn Flynn
December 1, 2007
To Julie, Caron, Wendy and Cher're,
We are so grateful that we got to spend Bob's bithday weekend with Bob and all of you and your families and friends. You have never been out of our thoughts and prayers. On behalf of all of the Flynn familiy, we would like to thank you for your many cards, phone calls, e-mails and thoughts regarding Bob's passing.
Ken and Carolyn Flynn
Gerald (Jerry) Gordon
November 29, 2007
I am a close friend of Bob's brother, Ken, but I certainly knew Bobby. I was shocked and sad to hear of his passing and I send my heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. I can picture him so vividly with that mischievous sparkle in his eye and that warm smile. My heart goes out to all of you.
Nancy (Stewart) & Bob Bond
November 28, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Julie, Ken and all of Bob's family and friends. He will never be forgotten...especially his ability to jitterbug!
Myrna Rooney
November 28, 2007
I am so very sad to hear of Bob's passing. I have many wonderful memories of him and will remember him fondly. Our prayers are with you and your family Julie.
Lloyd Mattocks
November 28, 2007
Thinking of you Julie-Hang in there
Anna Robbins (formerly of Ithaca)
November 28, 2007
I'm so sorry for the loss of an old class mate. We had the pleasure of being in the company of our class at the last reunion. Bobby was well liked and will be sorely missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Ting Thomas
November 28, 2007
Deepest sympathy to Julie and family.
Henrietta Paetow (Tucker)
November 27, 2007
As a "Fall Creeker" I knew Bob through Junior High and High School. Very sad. He always had a twinkle in his eye.
Joe & Cary Kenrick Kenrick
November 27, 2007
A good athlete and good friend. We are very sorry about your loss
Chuck Johns
November 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Frank Scaglione
November 27, 2007
Bobby was one of my neighbors growing up as I lived right across the street on Lincoln St. He was one of my childhood hero's as well as his older brother Ken. I am sad to hear of his passing and wish to extend my condolances to his family.
Marcia Miller
November 27, 2007
Deepest sympathy to the family of long time old friend Bob. We grew up together in good ol` FALL Creek.Familys were friends and a lot of playing ball with my brother Max Hagin Jr. and Bobs brother Ken and all neighbor kids. Every night was a game of some sort and all got along so well toghther as we were all a good Fall Creek "FAMILY" May GOD bless you all.
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