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FLORA, Paul James "Jim" 71 of Enon passed away Friday, July 29, 2011 in his home. He was born July 17, 1940 in Springfield to the late Paul and Doris Flora. Jim retired from the Greenon School District where he was a math teacher for 32 years and an assistant football coach for several years. He graduated from Greenon High School, Manchester College in Indiana and received a Masters Degree from Wright State. He was a member of the Emery Chapel Methodist Church. Jim is survived by his wife, Kay, whom he would have celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary on August 3rd, a daughter Susan and Chris Young of Enon, two sons; Douglas and Nicole Flora of Centerville, David Flora of Enon, two brothers; Michael and Judith Flora, Joseph and Margaret Flora, eight grandchildren; Jeremy, Ethan and Sydney Flora, C.J., Sam, Jack, Jaykeb, Joshua Young, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am Monday, August 1, 2011 in Myers Cemetery, North Hampton. Adkins Funeral Home, Enon, is assisting Jim's family with his final wishes. In lieu of flowers donations made be made in Jims honor to Emery Chapel Methodist Church, 3500 S. Yellow Springs St. Springfield, OH 45506 or to the Hospice of Dayton.
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Walter Heinlen
April 26, 2025
I'm wally heinlen of Philadelphia Pennsylvania Jim and Kay are my cousins I'm sorry to Kay for ur lost .I meet Jim Kay and David Susan with my grandparents and my aunt Betty and uncle Roy in ohio
Julie (Suwalski) Marshall
August 29, 2011
Dear Mrs. Flora,
I was at a gathering of Greenon friends this past Saturday, August 27th when I learned of Mr Flora's passing. I just wanted to tell you about the impact he had on my life. I had Mr. Flora in the 10th grade for Algebra II and again in the 12th grade for calculus. Though I wasn't always the best math student, I worked really hard and really enjoyed Mr. Flora's classes. He expected a lot of his students and because of that I worked extremely hard to do well. I am now in my 20th year of teaching math and in my 7th year of teaching Advanced Placement Calculus. I have Mr. Flora, in part, to thank for my chosen profession and for my love of math.
So sorry for your loss..
Sincerely,
Julie (Suwalski) Marshall, Class of 1988
Brandy Hopper
August 4, 2011
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I just found this out and wanted you to know that we are thinking of you and the whole family. We will pray for strength for you all through this difficult time!! Hugs to you "old" friend! :)
Denny Seifried
August 3, 2011
I was very lucky to teach with Jim at Greenon High School, for quite a few years. I know he was one of the finest teachers on the staff, through the years he taught math, there. I know he will be missed by those who taught with him, by his many students who experienced Jim as a teacher, and most of all.....his family.
May he...Rest-In-Peace.
August 2, 2011
Dear Kay, My Mother and I were terribly saddened by the news that Jim had lost his battle with cancer. All the notes of tribute to Jim are so very well deserved. When you and he moved into "our" backyard we knew we had the most wonderful neighbors anyone could ask for - thank you for being such dear folks. I always felt so safe knowing you all were "watching our back"! In deepest sympathy we send these words...Jan and Laurel Campbell
Steven Clinton
August 2, 2011
Dear Kay and Family. I send our most sincere condolences from your family at The James. Indeed, our physicians, nurses, and staff share in your loss and reflect upon the privilege that we experienced in providing care for Jim over so many years. He faced his illness with bravery and quiet dignity that sets an example for all to follow. I am sure these same characteristics were in evidence throughout his career in education and impacted many young men and women in a positive fashion. Indeed a life worthy of celebration. We shared many wonderful discussions and conversations, smiles among the many challenges we faced along the way, and his passing leaves a void in our clinic schedule that will be filled by fond memories of a true gentleman.
Dianna Richardson
August 2, 2011
Kay and family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and comfort you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Flora Whited
August 1, 2011
Kay and family, So very sorry to hear about Jim, my cousin. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May your wonderful memories of Jim as husband, father, grandfather & brother comfort you each day. I pray God will give you strength for the days ahead.
Charles & Peggy (Jackson) Hall
August 1, 2011
Kay, Mike, Joe and Families. We are so sorry for your loss. As 1958 classmates at Greenon (and neighbors growing up), we remember Jim as a quiet, considerate and polite young man (and also a great football player). May God Bless each of you, give you strength to carry on, and keep your precious memories ever near.
Grover & Hui Suk Butler
August 1, 2011
Thinking of you Kay, Doug and Susan and the rest of the family. May God give you peace and comfort in this time of loss. May you treasure the memories and that keeps him with us as we go forward.
Glenn "Tommy" Thompson
August 1, 2011
My condolences to all of the Flora family. Mr. Jim was respected and remembered fondly by myself and the many young people who were fortunate enough to have encountered his quiet and kind demeanor in the classroom and athletic field. I posted of his passing on my Facebook account this morning and the comments are unanimous, he will be missed but not forgotten.
Nate Seward
August 1, 2011
What a great man - Mr. Flora was one of my favorite teachers and an excellent mentor. His teaching and friendship undoubtedly still guides me today. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Flora family.
Wendy Swigart-Voorhees
August 1, 2011
Doug and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I never had your dad in class, but he was always around as a band parent. He will be greatly missed. You all are in our prayers.
July 31, 2011
I taught with Jim in the sixtys. I remember him as a great teacher, patient and quiet spoken. My condolences to his family for their loss.
Bob Hurd, Virginia
Larry Bennett
July 31, 2011
I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Flora's death. I had several math classes at Greenon with him - he was a great teacher and a great man. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth (Webb) Lynch
July 31, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories and learned to love Math because of Mr. Flora. His family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers.
July 31, 2011
Mr. Flora was good teacher and football coach. I am so sorry for your guys loss.
Rob Arnold(Omaha, Neb)
Mark Craig
July 31, 2011
Doug so sorry for your loss. Loseing a parent is a very hard thing to go through I lost mine 16 years ago, miss him everyday, you and your family are in my prayers, Please keep his memory alive.God Bless my friend.
Robin Smith-Marks
July 31, 2011
Doug and Nicole, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a wonderful man and teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 31, 2011
Mike/Joe Bonnie and I are thinking of you and your familes at this time... GOD bless Mel/Bonnie Pentecost Sarasota,Fla
sue morris
July 31, 2011
Daved I'm so sorrry for your loss your Dad was great person dont ever forget that.
Niki (Israel) Jahns
July 31, 2011
Mr. Flora was one of my favorite teachers at Greenon. He helped make Algebra and Algebra 2 easy for me to understand. He was patient and always went out of his way to give studets the extra help they needed. God's peace to his family- he touched many lives and will be missed.
Mike Lambert
July 31, 2011
Jenny and I would like to send our heartfelt condolences to you all and sorrow for your loss. He was a great man, teacher and coach.
Jeff Linkinhoker
July 31, 2011
Jim was my 7th and 8th grade math and science teacher 1962-1964. My 7th grade class was Jim’s first year of teaching. I learned a lot from him – not just math and science. I’m in my 60s now, but on a daily basis I still use the life lessons he taught. The family is very blessed to have Jim as a husband, father, brother, and grandfather – and I am confident that you all feel that blessing.
Barbara Cole Campbell
July 31, 2011
My condolences to the family...Mr. Flora was a kind, patient teacher, and I liked his dry sense of humor.....he made algebra fun for me.
July 31, 2011
Doug and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss, your father was a good man. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff and Tonia Wells
Connie Crawford
July 31, 2011
Susan, I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. May your memories help you through this most difficult time.
July 31, 2011
Joe and Mike (Margo,too), Please accept my expression of sympathy and grief for your whole family. Didn't know Jim as well as you two, but he must have been great--he is a Flora.
God Bless,
Carole Henry Stacy
Larry Jackson
July 31, 2011
Dear Mike & Joe,
Sorry to hear about the passing of Jim.
Please extend our condolences to his family. All you guys meant so much to me growing up including your mom & dad.
God Bless
Larry & Chris Jackson
July 31, 2011
Kay & Family, Our sympathy goes out to all of you. Jim will not be forgotten.I am honored to have had him as my cousin. Will keep you in our prayers.
Phyllis (Flora) Urban & Dave Urban
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