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Beloved wife of the late John J. Flynn.
Loving mother of Cathy (the late Brian) Kloos, Tom (Della) Flynn, Patty (Gary) Mazian, & Tim Flynn.
Cherished grandmother of 8.
Proud great grandmother of 5.
Dearest sister of Rick (Diane) Maier, & the late Patsy & Sal Spalla, Vivian & Leo Lillard, & John Maier.
Fond aunt & friend of many.
Funeral Tuesday, October 21st, 10:15 am from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn to St. Gerald Church for Mass at 11:00 am.
Interment Wednesday private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
Visitation Tuesday, October 21st from 9:00 am until the time of prayers at 10:15 am.
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Diane Eastin
October 20, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. She was a beautiful soul, I will miss her dearly.
Jody Sherwood
October 20, 2025
I had the wonderful privilege of meeting Joan several times when she would be an enthusiastic participant in our Book Club while visiting Cathy. I could easily see where Cathy got her smile and love of reading! I know she will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
Steve and Belinda Brown
October 20, 2025
Our sincerest condolences to the Flynn family. We loved when Jack and Joan visited Phoenix! Spent as much time with them as we could. They were all about family. Steve and Belinda Brown
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