John R. Flynn, 59, of Evergreen Rd. went home to be with the Lord the evening of November 22, 2013. Born in Albany, New York on July 19, 1954, John is the son of the late John J. and Ethel Jean Oakley Flynn. Surviving at home is his wife, the former Gertrude Reader, whom he married on January 19,1985.
John was a member and served on the Board of Directors for the Disability Options Network; he had previously been its Treasurer and Secretary. He was a member of the United States Air Force from 1977 to 1986. An avid academic, he earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in Criminal Justice and Anthropology. John also loved reading; most of all, he loved studying the Bible. John also enjoyed painting and playing with his dog, Riley.
In addition to his wife, John is survived by his brothers, James Flynn and wife Karen, Daniel Flynn, and Thomas Flynn, all of Albany, NY.
There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Sunday, December 8, 2013, at Barnstone Ministries 251 S. Stateline Rd New Bedford, PA 16140, officiated by Rev. Albert Librizzi, which will begin following Sunday services which start at 10:30am.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Barnstone Ministries.
Arrangements entrusted to Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St.
