George J. Flynn

For those that had the pleasure of knowing him, George wore many hats including but not limited to husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and gardener. He was also know by many in the neighborhood as the “Flower Man” for the beautiful fresh cut flowers and beefsteak tomatoes he would leave on the wall for everyone to take and enjoy. He was born to James and Mary (Gilbane) Flynn in February of 1931 and grew up on Grant St. in Lynn. He was one of 8 siblings, two of whom survive him, Margaret Cresta of NH and Julie Griffin of MA. His loving family said goodbye one by one, giving tribute to a life well lived and greatly loved. He leaves behind his four children, George Flynn of Carver Ma, Louise and son-in-law Alvin Winant of Sutton, MA, Joseph Flynn and daughter-in-law Diane of Georgetown MA, James Flynn and daughter-in-law Cheryl of Lynn. He will also be remembered with love and affection by his 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Patrice Flynn. He was a friend to many and loved by those who knew him, taking great pride in all of the achievements of his children and grandchildren. Many of those achievements were a direct result of his encouragement, support and generosity. He was always giving to others whenever he saw a need or sometimes just giving for the sake of giving. His ability to grow and nurture, not just his family, but any flower or plant in his garden were unmatched. He once said, “You never take something from the garden unless you give something back to the ground in which it grew.” It was a testament to his generous way of giving back and paying it forward. The birds in the back yard were not neglected either. They knew him well, lining up patiently for the inevitable breadcrumb that they would get from his hand or the ground. George served in the U. S. Coast Guard during the Korean War and often remarked that it was his service that gave him his start in life and eventually his career. He was married to Anneliese Bausback until her death in 2008 having shared 52 years together. George retired early from his career and became the primary caregiver for Anne who suffered from the debilitating effects of Multiple Sclerosis, once again giving his family a beautiful example of commitment and loving devotion to his wife and to the vows he took on his wedding day. Of the many compliments that were given George over the last hours of his life, the greatest was, “I want to be like you!” He was a devout catholic and his life exhibited a good example of his faith rooted in his actions. He will be greatly missed.

His funeral will be held at St. Pius V Church, 215 Maple St., Lynn, on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Visiting hours will be in the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple St., Lynn on Monday, December 6, 2021 from 4 to 7. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the James and Mary Flynn & Family Endowment Scholarship Fund at St. Pius V School, 28 Bowler St, Lynn MA 01904

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cuffemcginn.com for the Flynn family.