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FLYNN, JohnEntry/Object ID
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John Flynn
JOHN FLYNN
Passed Away Friday--Served in Civil War
John Flynn was born in Kildare, Ireland on September 1, 1836. He came with his parents to Hamilton, Can., when a young boy, where he was married to Bridget Allen, September 2, 1857. They came to St. Johns in 1861 and have had a continuous residence here with the exception of a few years on a farm in Olive township. Eight children were born to them, two of whom died in infancy, and two passed away a few years ago. There are left to mourn his loss, an aged wife, four children, James Flynn, Mrs. Anna Heatley and John Flynn of St. Johns, and Michael Flynn of Washington, 16 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.
He enlisted during the 2d year of the Civil war and served until the close when he received an honorable discharge.
He passed away January 19, 1917, from old age and complication of diseases. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church Monday morning. Rev. J. T. Lynch officiating. Interment was made in Mt. Rest cemetery.
[Clinton Republican 25 Jan 1917
p. 6 c. 2]
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