Robert Stannard Flanagin
November 1, 1955 ~ September 27, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 1:00 PM in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mills, MD with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in St. George's Catholic Church cemetery.
Visitation:
The Family will receive friends on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Robert Stannard “Rob” Flanagin, 54, of Lexington Park, MD passed away on September 27, 2010 at his residence in Lexington Park, MD. Born November 1, 1955 in Hutchinson, KS, he was the son of James Flanagin and the late Margaret Stannard Flanagin. He was the loving husband of Diane Flanagin, whom he married on December 17, 1980 in St. George’s Catholic Church, Valley Lee, Maryland. Rob was married to his soul mate and devoted loving wife for 30 years. Together they were each other’s world, moon, rock and stars. Without him life will never be the same. Robert is survived by his children; Donna Lacey (Joey) of Hollywood, Debbie Stone (JF) of Callaway and Phil Connelly (Amber) of Drayden, as well as five Grandchildren; Lauren Boron, Britney Lacey, Taylor and Dominic Connelly, and Kaiden Quade as well as a Great Grandchild Tyler Boron. He is also survived by his brothers; Billy Flanagin, Jimmy Flanagin, and his sister Donna Bitticoffer all of Wichita Falls, TX. He was preceded in death by his brother Denny Flanagin of Wichita Falls, TX. Rob was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and was a graduate of Great Mills High School, Great Mills, Maryland. Robert served in the U.S. Marine Corp for 4 years serving in Okinawa, Japan. He also worked as a mechanic for Mirant Corporation (PEPCO) for 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, grand children, and great grandchild. Rob especially enjoyed traveling to Redskins games. Dallas, TX was his favorite trip so he could spend time with his brothers. Robert was certified in scuba diving and enjoyed his scuba diving trips with his buddy Tom. He had a heart of gold and lived life to the fullest, and will truly be missed by all. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will be recited at 7:00 PM by Deacon George L’Heureux. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 1:00 PM in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mills, Maryland, with Msgr. Carl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in St. George's Catholic Cemetery, Valley Lee, MD. Pallbearers will be Phil Connelly, J.F. Stone, Joey Lacey, Stan Boron, Billy Flanagin, and Tom Shultz. Honorary Pallbearer will be Larry Holsinger.
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“Our deepest Condolences to Bob’s Family! I was sadden to learn of his passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob from working with him at Pepco, He will be missed!”
“So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.”
“So very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Sending our heartfelt condolences to the family. May God give your family courage and strength to help you through this difficult time.”
“Debbie and Family; My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things ever. May God bless each and every one of you.”
“We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to all of you.”
“Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult and sad time. “
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of your loving family member Robert’s life ended much too soon. We have known and enjoyed the friendship of the Flanagin family since he was six years old. Our caring thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to this wonderful family.”
“”So very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.” I worked with Bob at Pepco and Mirant. Bob will be missed by all that knew him. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.”
“I am so deeply sorry for the loss of a great man. Many prayers are going up to ask for comfort, understanding and peace for his wonderful family. With Much Love.”
“Thinking of you, at this sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“I am very very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts a prayers. “
“To my Uncle Rob: It is so unbelievable that you are gone! You left this earth way too soon. I know you are in a better place with God and may you rest in peace. I will keep all the memories of a young child in my heart…. you were always so funny!! From seeing my first “real live” wrestling match (with Hulk Hogan & Andre “the Giant” in the 6th grade with Phil… to this summer, you just teaching Alayah and I how to dive under water in your backyard pool…also all the fun boat rides in the summer. Fun Times!!! As people we grow up and come distant but I will always hold you and those memories in my heart. Christian will miss you, he loved to see you when I would bring him over. Thank you for being so kind and sweet to him. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Love, Krissy”
“”So sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family may you find peace & comfort during this sad time.””
“Diane our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family, he will be missed by all of our family he always made the girls laugh. Tailgateing will never be the same. He will be trully missed. “
“Diane and Family, We are so sorry of the loss of your loved one. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family at this most difficult time.”
“Donna & Famiy we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Our deepest sympathy to your family during this time of great sadness. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prays are with Diane and the entire family.Robby was a good friend we will miss him. “
“We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending all our love to you.”
“I send out prayers and comfort to the family of Robert Stannard Flanagin, may you find peace and joy in the memory of your loved one.”
“To the entire family, we are truly sorry ot hear of your loss, yoru thoughts and prayers are with us. God Bless “
“Debbie & Family, Sorry for your loss. Always remember the memories made thru the years. You’ll are in my prayer’s at this sad time.”
“Sending our love and thoughts to all of you during this difficult time. Thank you, Rob, for sharing your underwater adventures and treasures with Drake. Even though you weren’t really his grandfather, he will miss “pop pop”.”
“So very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.”