Maher's Funeral Home., Placentia Bay, NL, (709) 227-5682
Violet Flynn
1953 - 2026
Visitation Information
Visitation
Monday - 2pm to 5pm & 7pm to 9pm
Visitation Time
Tuesday - 10am to 12pm
Visitation Location
Maher's Funeral Home Placentia
Service Information
Service Date
Tuesday June 30, 2026
Service Time
1:30pm
Service Location
St. Anne's Church, Dunville
Burial Information
Burial Location
Holy Rosary Cemetery, Freshwater
In Loving Memory of Violet Flynn
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Violet Flynn, who passed away peacefully after a short but courageous battle with cancer on June 25, 2026, at the age of 72, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 17, 1953, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and
Labrador, Violet built a life centred on faith, family, friendship,
and service to others. She was predeceased by her parents, Pierce and
Mary Head, whose values of kindness, hard work, and compassion she
carried with her throughout her life.
Violet leaves behind her devoted husband of 57 years,
Francis Flynn, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, laughter,
devotion, and playful banter. Anyone who spent time with them knew
Frank loved to tease her whenever he had the chance, and Violet always
had the perfect comeback—usually a quick "Knock it off,
Frank!" or simply "Ya right, old man!" Those little
exchanges became part of the love they shared and are memories their
family will treasure forever.
She was the proud and loving mother of Frank (Carm), Kelly
(Leonard), Brian (Janet), Corey (Frances), and Jason (Mila). She
treasured every moment spent with her family, whose love and happiness
were the greatest joys of her life.
She will be forever loved by her grandchildren Natasha
(Ryan), Nathan, Jordan, Jenna (Matt), Dawson, Terri-Lynn (Hayden),
Madison, Brianna, Cassidy, Abby, Mackenzie, Beckett, and Brenna, and
by her great-grandchildren Brinley, Henry, Donte, Amaya, Kobe,
Azariah, and Alora. She loved nothing more than keeping up with their
lives through regular phone calls and faithfully watching their games
and activities by livestream whenever she could.
She is also lovingly remembered by her brothers and sisters
Veronica, Dolores, Barb, Pierce, Cliff, Walt, Gerald, and Edward,
along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and
countless friends whose lives she touched.
Violet was predeceased by her siblings Teresa, Mary,
Juanita, Robert, Ambrose, Ralph, and Tom Head; her parents-in-law,
William and Letica Flynn; her sister-in-law, Chris Bennett; her
brother-in-law, Peter Bennett; and her brother-in-law, Peter
Flynn.
For more than 40 years, Violet was a devoted volunteer with
the Holy Rosary Guild, giving countless hours of her time to her
parish and community. Whether she was counting bingo cards, stocking
the canteen, preparing meals for community events, or lending a
helping hand wherever she was needed, she never sought
recognition—she simply believed in serving others. She was
also an active member of the Freshwater 50+ Club, where she enjoyed
spending time with friends and participating in community activities.
Her Catholic faith was a guiding force throughout her life and was
reflected in the compassion, generosity, and quiet acts of service she
shared with everyone she met.
To know Violet was to know someone who loved deeply and
lived genuinely. She was known for her quick wit, colourful language
that could make anyone laugh, her unforgettable sayings, her generous
heart, and her incredible strength. She spoke her mind, loved
fiercely, and never hesitated to lend a hand to someone in
need.
She found joy in life's simple pleasures: a good game of
bingo, Monday night cards, shopping trips, watching late-night game
shows, a cup of tea made only with Carnation milk, an ice-cold Diet
Pepsi, and a bag of plain potato chips. These simple routines brought
her comfort and became some of the memories her family will cherish
forever.
Above all else, Violet's greatest accomplishment was the
family she built. She taught us the importance of hard work, kindness,
faith, generosity, and always putting family first. Her greatest joy
wasn't found in the things she owned or the places she went, but in
the people she loved. Her family was her life's greatest blessing, and
being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was
the role she cherished above all else. The values she instilled in her
family will continue through generations and remain her greatest
legacy.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude
to Dr. Power, the nursing staff, and the healthcare professionals at
the Placentia Health Care Centre for the compassion, kindness, and
dignity they showed Violet throughout her illness.
We would also like to express our deepest gratitude to
Lorraine Manning and Philip Gardiner. Your friendship, unwavering
support, countless visits, and the love and comfort you gave Mom
throughout her illness, especially in her final days, meant more than
words can ever express. Thank you for never leaving her side. Your
kindness will forever be remembered by our family.
Resting at Maher's Funeral Home, visitation will take place on Monday, June 29, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Violet's life will be held at 1:30 p.m. at St. Anne's Church, Dunville, with inurnment to follow at Holy Rosary Cemetery, Freshwater.
Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing that her love, her laughter, her strength, and the countless lives she touched will remain with us forever.
"Well done, good and faithful servant." — Matthew 25:23
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever in our hearts.