Mr. Leonard M. Flynn

Mr. Leonard M. Flynn obituary

Mr. Leonard M. Flynn

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Leonard Flynn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fay McCabe Funeral Home - Lowell on Sep. 5, 2025.

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Leonard M. Flynn Beloved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather LOWELL- Leonard M. Flynn of Lowell died peacefully at the age of 88 surrounded by family on August 29, 2025 at the Blaire House of Tewksbury. Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Ann J. (Healy) Flynn. Father of Kathleen Neylon and her husband Jay of Richmond, VA, John Flynn of Longmont, CO, Meg Chase of North Chelmsford, Martha McQuaide and her husband Jay of Andover, and Sarah Waterhouse and her husband Kevin of Lowell. Loving Grandfather to Meaghan, Kelsey, Mackenzie, Emily, Annie, Molly, Ryan, Christopher, Jack, Drew and great grandfather to Ella. Len is also survived by his sister and brother-in law Joanna and Jack Doykos of Rye, NH, brother and sister-in law Peter and Kathi Flynn of Henniker, NH and sisters-in law Liz Flynn of Melrose and Pat Hulme of Atkinson, NH, several cousins, and many nieces and nephews. He was also brother to the late Jack, Thomas, and Stephen Flynn. Len was born in Lowell on September 23, 1936 to Catherine (McSorley) and John P. Flynn and became a lifelong Lowellian. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church. He attended St. Michael Elementary School and Keith Academy. Len was a proud alumnus of the class of 1958 at Merrimack College. Len had a wonderful fulfilling career with the Lowell Public Schools first as a teacher at the Moody School, and then as Principal of both the McAvinnue and Wang Schools. His legacy will live on through the many students and teachers whose lives he touched. In his retirement, Len enjoyed spending time at Seabrook Beach and Wells Beach with family and friends. He maintained an active lifestyle, often boasting about his daily walks around the UMASS Lowell Gym or Shedd Park track. Len looked forward to golfing in the good weather and bowling with The Bombers during the winter months. Nothing meant more to Len Flynn than his family. He was a proud father and grandfather and let them know every chance he got. Len's gentle, loving personality was with him until the end as he will be missed by the residents and staff alike of the Blaire House of Tewksbury. FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND LEN'S CALLING HOURS ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 2025, FROM 4 PM UNTIL 8 PM AT THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 105 MOORE STREET, LOWELL. LEN'S FUNERAL WILL BEGIN ON THURSDAY MORNING AT 10 AM FROM THE FUNERAL HOME FOLLOWED BY HIS FUNERAL MASS AT 11 AM AT THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH, 144 EAST MERRIMACK STREET, LOWELL. BURIAL WILL FOLLOW IN ST. MARY'S CEMETERY, TEWKSBURY. AS AN EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY, IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, DONATIONS IN LEN'S MEMORY MAY BE MADE TO IT'S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS, c/o 16 BELROSE AVE, LOWELL, MA 01852. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 978-459-9222 www.faymccabe.com

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September 7, 2025

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Kelly (Burns) Leaks

September 7, 2025

I have such fond memories of Mr. Flynn. He was such a kind man and an amazing principal who truly cared for all his students. May he rest in the sweetest peace. My deepest condolences to the family.

The Deschenes Michelle

September 6, 2025

To the family of Leonard Flynn, you are in our prayers and thoughts! Know that Leonard was one of a kind, he touched so so many lives in his life time. I worked with Leonard at the McAvinnue School, he always had a smile , a Hello, or How are you today? Leonard was a down to earth guy! My children all had the opportunity to have known Leonard at the McAvinnue! The Deschenes Family

Harry Kouloheras

September 6, 2025

This message is written to the family of Lenny Flynn . . .

"Dear, dear Lenny was one of my trusted advisors when I was elected Principal of the Butler school in 1986.

Lenny, Jim Sullivan , Joe Hogan, Frank George´s , were my go too, experienced Principals who always gave me solid advice. Not to forget Lenny´s sidekick and worthy successor Tom Flynn.

Flynn and Flynn . . . I first thought they were a law firm.

The world has lost a gentle, wise soul.
May his memory be eternal.

Most sincerely, with my deepest respect and condolences."
Harry D. Kouloheras

Richard Ratte

September 6, 2025

So sorry for your loss. I was a student of his and he always treated everyone with respect.

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Fay McCabe Funeral Home

105 Moore Street, Lowell, MA 01852

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Sep

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Church

144 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852

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St. Mary Cemetery

90 River Road, North Tewksbury, MA 01876

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