After four score and four years Michael John Flynn left this earth peacefully surrounded by his beloved family, Sons James (Noreen), Michael (Alexis), Sean (Antoinette) and daughter Patricia on June 16, 2012; joining his daughter, Mary, and loving wife, Briddie (nee Deane), and his brother Joe who pre-deceased him. He is also survived by his brothers Jerry, Thomas and Brian. He will be sorrowfully missed by all who loved him so. Michael John Flynn was born in Bloomfield, Sligo Ireland on September 23, 1927 emigrated to the Bronx with a cardboard suitcase, a country farmer’s jacket, and $20 from County Roscommon Ireland in 1951.He proudly served his adopted country as a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean War. Returning to New York, he met and fell in love with Briddie Deane of Mayo who would be his wife for the next 49 years. He joined the NYPD and served the City and its people with distinction, gathering many honors and rising through its ranks. He was known as #1 Mike to his friends and comrades and was a member of the NYPD Honor Legion. He reached his zenith as Commanding Officer of the elite Bronx-Manhattan Robbery Squad. He retired in 1989 to his truest vocations – traveling with his wife and acting as coach, guide and tutor to his 10 grandchildren Crystal, Michael John, Nicholas, Sean, Tara, Kristin, Ryan, Mary, James and Michael. After the loss of his wife, he joined his children in Rockland. It brought him joy to be involved in all aspects of his grandchildren’s lives and he indulged and fostered them generously. His love of life, devilish humor and indomitable spirit will continue on in our memories, thoughts, and deeds forever. Come Celebrate his Life at Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY on Thursday from 4-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, 11:30am at St. Anthony’s Church. Private Cremation to follow. In Lieu of flowers please remember Mike through a donation to Rockland Hospice at 11 Stokum Lane, New City, New York 10956 or on-line at www.hospiceofrocklnd.org or a Charity of your choice.
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