Edward Joseph Flynn

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Edward J. " Fast Eddie" Flynn on February 28th in Fort Myers, Florida. He was raised in Yonkers, NY and after his graduation from Adams State College in Alamosa, CO he moved to Brookfield, CT where he played semi-pro football for the Bridgeport Jets. From there he worked for Fairfield Lumber and Supply Co., transitioned to a Superintendant for the company building condominiums in Beacon Falls, CT and eventually formed his own company, Ed Flynn Builders Inc. He was a builder and remodeling contractor in Westport, CT for 35 years before moving to Fort Myers, Florida. He was not only a master of his trade but had a never-ending passion and love for what he did. In addition he was an avid golfer who played for 30 years out of The Patterson Club and H. Smith Richardson Golf Course in Fairfield, CT and subsequently played out of The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers Florida. He is survived by his wife Janice, son Ian and daughter-in-law Kate , his son Sean and daughter-in-law Sierra, his son Patrick, and his grand-children Erica, Erin and Patrick Jr. In addition also his sister Carol and his two nephews Frank and Kevin Ryan and their families, and numerous cousins remain. A "Celebration of His Life" will take place Saturday, March 18th at 2:00 p.m. at The Forest Country Club, 6100 Club Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908 with refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Hope Hospice, in Fort Myers, FL. Your check and instructions should be sent to: Development Office, Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908