Obituary of Maureen Catherine Flynn

Maureen “Renee” C. Flynn, 74, passed away peacefully at her home on August 20, 2017 with her husband of 49 years and sister by her side. Born in Syracuse, NY on May 9, 1943, Renee grew up in Syracuse, attending Most Holy Rosary where she met her husband Jack. She worked as an administrative assistant at MONY for 20 years. They resided on Bryn Mawr Rd, in close proximity to her nieces and nephews who adored her and were a daily presence in her life, before moving to Renee Meadows Dr. Whether wintering in Fort Myers, FL or back home in Syracuse, Renee enjoyed cooking and socializing with family and friends. She was loved by the neighborhood children for her generosity and caring nature. She was an avid reader and active member of the Mundy Branch Library. Renee will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Renee is survived by her loving husband Jack, and her sister and best friend Kathy Fischer. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents & brother-in-law; John P. & Dorothy (O’Malley) Flannery & Dr. Joseph C. Fischer. Renee will be especially missed by her nephews John (Becky) Fischer of Philadelphia, PA; Chris (Saeger) Fischer of Portsmouth, NH; Brian (Leanna) Fischer of Syracuse; William Fischer (Bess Kelley) of New York, NY, and her niece, Maureen Fischer (Dennis Donovan) of Syracuse. Renee was more than an aunt to her niece and nephews. Her love extended to their spouses and significant others. Renee is also survived by two grandnieces and two grandnephews. Funeral services will be private. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, August 26 from 3 to 6pm at the Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home, 3180 Bellevue Ave. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S Geddes St, Syracuse, NY 13204. Please make contributions payable to OCPL Trustees Mundy.