Ronald "Smokey" Nelson Flynn

Ronald "SMOKEY" Nelson Flynn, of Ila, GA and previously of Fairview, NC, born September 21st,1945 passed away on December 25th, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents William Eugene Flynn and Agnes Freeman Flynn, his children Ronald N. Flynn Jr., Teddy J. Flynn, Keith D. Flynn, and his siblings Harley, Margaret, Terry, Teddy, and June. He is survived by his wife Carol Johnston, his children Billy Flynn, Angel Flynn Helmly (Barry), Kevin "Bumper" Flynn (Melissa), Kristie Flynn (Chris), and Misty Flynn Zizzamia (Anthony), his siblings Talbert, May, Mary, and Tommy, his 7 grandchildren, and his 3 great-grandchildren. Smokey suffered from Polio as a child. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of his life to End Polio Now at endpolio.org. This organization provides vaccines to children around the world with the mission of eradicating the disease. Graveside services will be held Friday, December 28, 2018 at 1PM at Middle Fork Cemetery, Hendersonville, NC. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at the funeral home. Lord & Stephens East is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com