Jean Louise McAfee Flynn

Jean Flynn Obituary

Flynn, Jean Louise McAfee
Age 78, died March 25th of 2011 in Payson, Arizona. Jean was born in New Haven, Connecticut on 8-11-1932 to Charles MacKenzie McAfee and Cornelia A. Tuttle. In 1955, Jean married James William Flynn in Norfolk, VA while they both served in the U.S. Marines. After their discharges from the service, Jim and Jean moved to San Diego, California where Jim was employed with J.C. Penny's in the window display department. They had four children before moving to Tempe, Arizona where Jim continued employment with J.C. Penny's. Jim and Jean had two more children and raised all six children in the St. Daniel's parish in Scottsdale, Arizona. Jim started his
own company - Independent Displays creating window and event decorations until he retired. Jean was a Registered Nurse at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Osborn for many years before moving to Kansas to work in Risk Management. She returned to Arizona to work as the Risk Manager at Mesa Lutheran Hospital. She retired in 1997 and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida to care for her father and younger sister. She finally settled in Pine, AZ in 2005. Jean is survived by three sons - Marc Flynn (Suwan), Chris Flynn, Jay Flynn (Debbie); three daughters - Elizabeth Flynn (Brisson), Cathie Dobbs (Ron), Meg Flynn (Heinz); grandchildren - Heather Flynn, Adam Flynn, Dano McArdle (Sara), Erin McArdle Bates (Brad), Ian Schell, Kirsten Schell, and Chandler Flynn; sister Judy Kroll (Malcolm) of Milford, CT sister-in-law Betty Jane Webb of Phoenix, AZ and her dog - Debbie. She was predeceased by her ex-husband James Flynn, parents - Charles and Cornelia McAfee, Step-mother Ann McAfee, sister Joan Sarkey, brother-in-law Danny Sarkey, niece Susan Colescott, nephew George Colescott, brother-in-law Jim Webb, and son-in-law Ken Schell Jr. There will be a mass at 10:00 am on Saturday April 2nd at St. Daniel the Prophet (1030 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale AZ). Family and friends are invited to gather after mass at the home of Meg and Heinz in Scottsdale around noon for a cocktail and some laughs. Call Meg for directions (480) 947-5957.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Flynn

9 Entries

Sharon Overall Freeman

March 27, 2024

Jean was the best boss ever! Loved working with her. Miss her.

Your son Marc

March 27, 2022

Life was not always perfect for Jean, but she was as close to perfect as could be. She worked hard and did a great job caring for her family. She raised her six children to respect others and to make a difference in life. She left us too soon, but will always live on in our memories. I could not have asked for anything better in a mother. I love you Mom, Marc

Bobbie Stockdale

April 15, 2011

It was yesterday when I heard that Jean is now with the Lord. She was a true friend-I loved talking and visiting with her thru the years. For 15 years she never missed a birthday or X-mas card. I enjoyed her sense of humor, especially her laugh. I truly miss my friend and collegue.

Mike Murphy

April 7, 2011

Meg, Cathy, and Beth

I was saddened to read in the newspaper of the passing of your mother.

Even though I never had the pleasure of knowing your mom; I’m sure, like each of you, she was truly a wonderful and caring person who enjoyed life to the fullest, and will be missed by many.

God bless and my deepest sympathy to the entire Flynn family.

Sharon Overall

April 4, 2011

Jean Flynn is one of the most influential people in my life. While working as Risk Manager at Mesa Lutheran Hospital, she was my supervisor. Truly she was my greatest career mentor. Her wisdom and encouragement helped me to find myself and she gave me wings to achieve my dreams. Her influence continues to guide me today. I will always remember her intellect, kindness, quick witt, dislike for computer glitches, and most importantly her love for her family. What a remarkable person! Of the many people I have encounterd in my life, she was among the most genuine. Jean was very highly regarded by all who knew her and she will forever hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with her beloved children and grandchildren at this time. God be with you.

kyle

April 4, 2011

As a new nurse at Mesa Lutheran, Jean was the rock and when she walked everyone moved over to let her go by. I will never forget when i would hear Jean call my name and say, "Kyle, can we talk..". Jean was a charting role model with the haunting words, "IF NOT DOCUMENTED ITS NOT DONE". I am sure many reading about the great loss can relate to such feelings and stories.

I am sorry for OUR loss to health care and all her family.

Niki O'Keeffe

April 2, 2011

Jean was my supervisor when I first moved to Phoenix and worked at SMH. She was a supportive colleague to me and I always appreciated her common sense approach to work and life in general. My prayers are with her family.

Lucy Samuels

April 2, 2011

Your mom was a special lady. I'll really miss her. Lucy

April 2, 2011

My condolences to all of you - Jean was my CCD teacher many years ago - I am very sorry for your loss. Marie (Lague) Davis-Anderson

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