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James Flynn Obituary
James Thomas Flynn, Sr., age 76 of Norwalk, died peacefully at the Norwalk Hospital on Friday, May 18, surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Esther Imperato Flynn. Jim was born in Providence, RI, the son of the late James J. and Lilian Donahue Flynn. He was a graduate of Danbury State College in 1964 and was then inducted into the US Army, stationed in Germany. He was the owner of Captain Henry's restaurant in Rowayton for 20 years and then was the owner of Convenience Plus in Stamford for 10 years. He was a diehard Red Sox fan, loved to read and loved his family. In addition to his wife Esther, Jim is survived by his son James T. Flynn, Jr. of White Plains, NY, brothers-in-law and several nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his daughter Kathleen Marie Flynn.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 22, 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church, 669 West Ave., Norwalk, with burial to follow at St. John Cemetery. Jim's family will receive friends at the Magner Funeral Home, 12 Mott Ave., Norwalk on Monday from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kathleen Marie Flynn Scholarship Fund, c/o Fairfield County Savings Bank, 67 Wall St., Norwalk, CT, 06850. For directions or to leave an online condolence, please go to www.magnerfuneralhome.com
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Marcella LaSalva
June 10, 2018
Dear Mrs Flynn
I just saw that your husband recently passed away. I send my sincere condolences to you and your family. My dad, Kelly LaSalva shared so many memories of you all when he would come to Captain Henry's to paint. I have been wanting to give you something of my dads. I will be in touch. God Bless you all
Sending love
Marcella LaSalva
May 24, 2018
Dear Esther,
I just learned about Jim's passing. I have many fond memories of him from our days at Burdick. I am so sorry, Love, Nancy Finch
Ward DeKlyn
May 23, 2018
Esther & Jimmy,
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I got to know him and both of you very well after Captain Henry's became a sponsor for The Rowayton Little League. We spent much time eating good food and talking baseball. Our thoughts are with you.
Tom Farrington
May 23, 2018
Just learned of your sad loss. I am so sorry. Jim was a great guy, loved chatting with him at the store on Summer Street.
Tom Farrington
Bruce Mackin
May 22, 2018
Esther and Jimmy, Maria and I are deeply saddened to hear about Jim passing. For the years at Captain Henry's we enjoyed visiting the both of you and I especially kidding with Jim when things weren't busy. Jim will always be remembered.
Bruce Mackin - Norwalk Police Marine Division (ret.)
Angela Salvatore
May 22, 2018
Sorry for your loss
May 21, 2018
Aunt Esther and Jimmy, we are grieving over Uncle Jim's passing and your loss. We hope god gives you comfort during this difficult time. We love you all! Tasha, Dennis, Mer, Tina and all of the Kardaris-LaBate-Bartlam families
John Gaetani
May 21, 2018
I am a retired Stamford Police Officer, I knew Jimmy from Convienence Plus. We used to go in the store all the time and visit with Jimmy, to check in on him, etc...he will never be forgotten. Jimmy was always so good to us officers, he was truly a great man. He will be missed.
Mary Chudy
May 21, 2018
Jimmy, Esther and family,
I'm saddened by Jims passing. He was by far one of my favorite people and will truly be missed. He was good for a laugh and always put a smile on my face. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the services. May he rest in peace.
Love Mary
Gene and Deanna Chudy-Faugno
May 20, 2018
Jimmy, We are sorry to learn the sad news of your father's passing. Our sincere condolence to you, your mother, and family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. You father now rests peacefully in the arms of the Lord.
"To weep is to make less the depth of grief"
William Shakespeare
Michele Murtagh
May 20, 2018
Dear Esther and Jimmy, I was truly saddened when I heard of Jim's passing. I have such fond memories of him and all the times spent at the store having a few good laughs. He was such a lovely Man and I have missed seeing him. May he be resting in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I pray that God will ease your sorrow. Michele Murtagh (spd-ret)
Bertha Barosky
May 20, 2018
Sincere sympathy to Mr. Flynn's survivors. May he rest in peace. God's blessings to all.
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