Marilyn Flynn
September 28, 2022
Obituary
Passed peacefully away at home on September 28th in the company of her family, Marilyn Ena Patricia (Greening) Flynn. She was predeceased by her parents Roland Greening and Catherine Gladys (Swyers) Greening. Those left with gratitude for her wonderful life are her husband Noel, sons Jordan and Jaron (Kate Andrews) and grandchildren Gabriel, Jude and Zadie (and their mother Maria). Also her siblings Kathi Greening-Lawrence (Hibbert d.), Lorne (Elizabeth), Beverley Meikle (Ralph d.) and Donna Spencer (Jack). Her sister-in-law, Elaine Dunn d. (Jim) and brothers-in-law Tom (Nancy), Brian (Mary) and Martin (Noreen). She also leaves many nieces and nephews in the Greening and Flynn families.
Her father was a native of Musgravetown and her mother from Bonavista. Marilyn was born and raised in N.S. but was proud of her Nfld. heritage and was looking forward to witnessing the completed restoration of her mother’s home (Bridge House in Bonavista) which has been declared an historic property. Although small in stature she was big in dreams and adventures. She left Halifax in the ‘60’s with three of her good friends that took them to Boston for several months before heading to Los Angeles for a couple of years. Then back to Dalhousie for her B.A. and eventually to Toronto where she became a certified Montessori teacher and settled into a teaching position at the Newmarket Montessori School. Children have always been an integral part of her adult life, including when she moved to St. John’s in 1976 and had her two boys.
Marilyn had a strong commitment to living a healthy lifestyle and she devoted much of her time to the study and practice of healing touch. She and two other practitioners volunteered their services bi-weekly for almost 15 years (until halted by the outbreak of Covid) for residents of Emmanuel House. She was an exceptionally good listener and always had a keen interest in others’ lives. While gentle in manner and disposition she had a steely resolve and an open-mindedness to new ideas.
Family was her primary focus in life and Sunday family brunch took precedence over all else and, in addition to her children and grandchildren, often included extended family members as well. She was a “giver” who frequently put others ahead of herself.
The family wish to thank Drs. Pat O’Shea, Dawn Armstrong and Cheryl Hurley and Community Health Nurse Vivienne Ryan and the staff of the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre for their outstanding care of Marilyn over the past 18 months.
The family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Saturday, October 1st and Sunday, October 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private burial service will be held on Monday, October 3rd.
A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Donations in Marilyn’s memory can be made to the Rick Morris Memorial University Bursary or to Stella’s Circle.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on October 1, 2022
7-9 p.m. on October 1, 2022
2-4 p.m. on October 2, 2022
7-9 p.m. on October 2, 2022
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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To Noel, Jaron, Jordan, Family and Friends, We are truly sorry for your loss of your beloved wife, mother and friend. May the memories you share bring you comfort at this time. Take Care, Dave and Gale Roberts
Noel,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, Marilyn . Condolences to you and your family!
Ed & Ina Pritchett
Noel, I was very sorry to hear the sad news about Marilyn. I well remember connecting with you and Marilyn many years ago in Toronto and thinking what a lovely and devoted couple you were. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Carol Ring
So sorry, Noel and family. A tremendous loss. Condolences from Natalie and me. Take care.
Noel sorry to hear of your wife Marilyn’s passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family…
Jaron and family, I am saddened to hear of your mothers passing. While I never met her she sounds like a wonderful, giving person. I’m sure she was deeply loved by many and will be missed. Take care.
Noel and family – very sorry to hear about the loss of Marilyn. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Noel and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. Sincere condolences
Joe and val earles
Noel and family, we are very sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. Please accept our condolences. Frances and Don
Noel, Jordan, Jaron and families, we are so very sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. While we didn’t meet often, when we did, we had some very interesting conversations. She was a lovely person, and will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Noel, thinking of you & family with sincere condolences and heartfelt thoughts.
Jaron & family, So sorry to hear of your moms passing. My sincere condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
Noel and family:
Noel I’m so totally devastated to hear about Marilyn!!
So sorry for your loss and heart goes out to you.
and your family with fond memories. You have to be the nicest family on this planet. My sincere condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
Hugs
Noel and family,
I was very sorry to hear about Marilyn. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all at this sad time.
Danielle
So sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing, Noel. You guys had a great love.. my heart is with you.. xo
-Jody Morrison
Deepest sympathy to Noel, Jaron, Jordan and all the family in your sad loss. You are remembered by our family as beautiful neighbors and a beautiful family. So pleasant and kind whenever we met Marilyn. Asking about mom and dad and family. Interested in how they were doing. She brought kindness and gentleness to this world. Raising a beautiful family her love and kindness goes on in you and never forgotten by those fortunate to meet her.
Bride (Watson), Ian Costello and Family.
Noel and family, please accept our condolences on Marilyn’s passing..
Noel and family, so sorry to hear of Marilyns passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our sincere condolences ❤️🙏
Paul and Sharon Moores
My deepest condolences to you Noel and your family. I remember Marilyn with fond memories.
Noel and family. So sad to hear of the loss of your dear wife ,mother and friend. Sending you strength and hugs as you help one another through the days ahead. Trust that her life and memories will strengthen you all.
Noel. Jordan & Jaron
We send our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time, lean on each other and share all the wonderful times that you had with Marilyn.
God Bless 🙏🏽
Noel and family.. Carole and I send our sincere condolences on Marilyn’s passing.
Noel & Family, so sorry to hear of your great loss. I am sad not to be able to attend the wake or funeral, due to health issues, but am thinking of you. I have made a donation in Marilyn’s memory to Stella’s Circle. Dave Lee
Noel and family, so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing, please accept my sincere condolences. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Noel, Jordon, Jaron, and family
We were so sorry to hear about Marilyn’s death…a gentle, peaceful woman died peacefully.0. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Noreen and Harold
Noel, Jordan and Jaron, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Marilyn/Mom., a dearly beloved wife and mother. We always found her to be a very positive and pleasant person, who made a great contribution to the community. I hope you will be somewhat consoled by memories of happy times. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that all of you and the extended family are in our thoughts and prayers. from Harold and Gerri Stapleton.
So sorry to hear about Marilyn’s passing.
Please know that Heather and I are thinking of you and your family at this very difficult time.
Noel, Jordan and Jaron, Our deepest sympathy to you at this sad and difficult time. We will be out of town for the next couple of days and unfortunately unable to visit you in person. Please know you’ll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Barry & Glenda
Noel, Jordan, Jaron and family:
We were very saddened to hear of Marilyn’s illness and passing. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Noel and family – our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss.
Noel and Family , so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Noel & Family! Our deepest sympathy! Marilyn was a Jewel. Cherish all your memories.
Noel, Jaron and Jorden,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife and your mom. I met Marilyn years ago during one of Bally Haly Ladies Invitational tournaments, she had great fun participating in a scavenger hunt, it was great to see her having so much fun!
Im sure you have many wonderful memories……cherish your memories.
Steve and I want to extend our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Take care,
Lynn and Steve Sparkes
Noel, Jordan, and Jaron so sorry to hear about your wife/mother’s passing. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
Noel, Jordon and Jarron, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
Sincere condolences
Elizabeth Horwood
Gentlemen, so sorry for the loss your mother and wife. Take care. Deepest sympathies to you all.
Noel , Jarron I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Marilyn was also such a wonderful person and I loved when I had the opportunity to have a chat with her. Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers from my family to yours .
Stephen
Noel, Jordan and Jarron. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to you Noel, Jordan, Jaron and all the family on Marilyn’s passing.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Noel & family. I was a neighbor of yours on Raleigh Street many years ago , when Jordan was a todler. Marilyn was such a lovely person . Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss.
Noel ,Jordan and Jaron , So very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Although I never got to know Marilyn really well I liked her very much she was a dear and loving soul. I will remember her in my prayers . Cathy Davis
Dear Noel and Family: I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Brenda Crane Dawson
To Noel and sons, Jordan and Jaron, we were so very saddened, when we learned of Marilyn’s passing. Noel, Marilyn was a such a beautiful and special lady, with such a kind heart……..Time tends to put a distance between people and their lives, but we always remember how very kind and helpful you and Marilyn were to us, in our time of need and we often spoke of you both ❤ You are and will remain in our hearts and prayers…… Randy and Kathy Pennell
Noel Flynn and Family
So sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to you Jaron and Jordan. She will be sorely missed.
Noel, Jaron and Jordan and family.
Deeply saddened on the passing of your dear wife and mother. Sorry, I am unable to visit, but you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
To Noel and family my sincerest condolences on your loss. God bless.
Sincerely Rob Rose
Noel and family, I am deeply sadden by Marilyn’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and her family and friends at this time.
Noel and family, it saddened our hearts today to hear of Marlyn’s passing. She was a soft spoken person with a strong voice. Your memories of Marlyn and the times you spend together will surely get you through this difficult time.
Noel, Jorden, Jaron and family, Cathy and I are so saddened to learn of Marilyn’s passing. We reflect on our conversations over the years and how quiet and thoughtful she always was. Unfortunately we are not in the area but will touch base upon our return to St. John’s. We send our sincere condolences to your entire family. Cherish the great memories that you have.
Noel, Jorden, Jaron and family……..we are very sorry to hear of Marilyns passing. We so enjoyed our chats when we met each other on our walks in the neighborhood .
We are presently out of the province and will not be able to visit the funeral home. Please accept our condolences and know we are thinking about you all.
Sincerely. Lois and Dave Fogwill
To Noel & Family
We were very saddened upon hearing of Marilyn’s passing. We will always remember her as a soft-spoken, kind and gentle woman. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Noel please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your beautiful wife. Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way. John and Paula Whelan. Paradise.
Noel Jordan & Jaron And Family, We are so very sorry to hear of your wife / mom Marilyn passing, Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family, Marilyn My Your Gentle Soul Rest In Heavenly Peace And Rise In Glory.Until We Meet Again GOD BLESS..
Noel & family
So sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Noel and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of dear Marilyn. I thought of her so often throughout her illness.. I missed our volunteer healing touch work at Emmanuel House. We both loved doing that for the clients. We have shared many special experiences in the work we both loved . She was a gentle, loving soul, and I will not forget her. She loved you all above everything else, I remember that.
God bless you all. Jane (Grant)
Noel and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of Dear Marilyn. I thought of her so often throughout her illness.. I missed our volunteer healing touch work at Emmanuel House. We both loved doing that for clients. We have shared many special experiences in the work we both loved . She was a gentle, loving soul, and I will not forget her. She loved you all above everything else, I remember that.
God bless you all. Jane (Grant)
Noel, Jaron and Jordan my deepest condolences to you all. She was a rock for your family and I know how you all loved her. Keep the memories close.
Noel and family, My sincere condolences on the loss of your wife. May she rest in peace.
I’m so sorry for your loss.. My condolences are with you and your family.
Noel and family – so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bruce and Wendy
Dear Noel, Jordan and Jaron, my thoughts are with you at this painful and challenging time in your life. May memories and life lessons Marilyn touched you with guide you through the days ahead.
Condolences to the Family of Marilyn on her
Passing.. She was a lovely Lady. May she R.I.P
A Bridge Friend,
Alice Donovan
Noel and family – my deepest condolences. My thoughts will be with you as you move through the difficult days ahead.
Noel and the Flynn family, my condolences on the passing of your wife, mother, grandmother, sister in law.
Jordan,
Your mom was such a beautiful woman. She was always someone who shared a kind word and a sincere smile. I am so grateful to have known her.
Sending love and strength.
Gale
Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten. Brian & Sue