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JEANNIE FLINCHBAUGH Obituary


 
JEANNIE FLINCHBAUGH (Age 64)  
Barbara Jeanne Flinchbaugh, known and loved as Jeannie, passed away in her home on Thursday, February 5, 2015. The daughter of Dr. Ralph (COL, USA retired) and the late Maria Flinchbaugh, she grew up in a variety of places including Japan and Panama. After graduating from high school and college in Virginia, she spent many years on the West Coast including Weed, CA and Ashland, OR.In addition to her father, she is survived by her sister, Mimi Thompson (Wayne); her son, Philippe Belland (Kathy); grandchildren, Sarah and Jordan Belland and niece, Rachel Adamec (Stephen).Jeannie's love of life, as evidenced by her valiant 2 year fight against ovarian cancer, was also shown in her love of and dedication to music and children. She spent many years in Head Start, kindergarten and 1st grade primarily as an instructional assistant so that she could pursue her music.Jeannie, trained in classical flute, chose a path of improvisation to the songs of singers such as James Taylor, Lynard Skynard, Elvis and blues guitarist, John Cephas. She enjoyed and entertained through her music in the bands, Dream Keeper and most recently The O Street Band.A memorial service will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue, West, Vienna, Virginia on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 2 to 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Smile Train or The American Cancer Society.Online condolences and fond memories may be offered to the family at: www.moneyandking.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 8, 2015.

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February 12, 2015

Jeannie , you were an extraordinary person of many passions who gave fully of your laughter and love to children, family, friends, co-workers and people whose life paths you just happened to cross. They all became part of the complex tapestry of your life. You lived life on the edge, to the fullest, and added immeasurably to my life by sharing remarkable you. Nancy Coffey, Sterling, VA

February 10, 2015

Jeannie..you focused on the positive and saw only wonder and joy in the children you nurtured. You gave so generously to others and asked for so little for yourself. I will miss you so much and keep you in my heart forever.
Cheryl Keiper

Dorinda Gipson

February 9, 2015

The world lost a joyful soul. Will miss you my friend. Heartfelt condolences to the family.

Carol Mather

February 9, 2015

My prayers go out to the family of Jeannie. She was a remarkable person who will be missed by many.

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