of Little Rock, AR
July 9, 1938 - July 25, 2021
James Paul Flack went to be with the Lord, July 25, 2021. He was born July 9, 1938, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Otho and Elminia Roberts. Jay loved to garden, Jay loved photography, cooking, fishing, hunting, drag car racing, scuba diving and traveling. Jay was a Jack of All Trades, he could do anything. He graduated from Little Rock Central High School, class of 1956, then served in the United State Marine Corp from 1957 until 1962. Jay attended the Summit Church for 17 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Otho and Elminia Flack; his brothers, Willis and Ray Flack; his adopted sons, Michael and Mark Flack; and previous wife, Nina Flack. James is survived by his loving wife, Mary Lake-Flack; his brother, Charles Flack; his stepdaughters, Rhonda Stearns (Michael); Sandra Lake (Betty); Suzanne Lake-Bartle (Nathan); and granddaughters, Lauren Carek; Kelly Conley (Todd); Edie and Marlee Bartle; and a host of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in James' name to The Summit Church, Crystal Hill Road, North Little Rock.
A memorial service will be held 10 am, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, in the chapel of Roller Chenal Funeral Home.
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36 Condolence(s)
Brenda Faye Roberts
Saturday, March 23, 2024
I was friends with Jay and Nina for many years. I met them thru my Aunt Patsy who was best friends with them. We had a special connection cause we shared the same birthday. I spent many weekends on Lake Quachita and Jay was such a fun loving guy! I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jim Mary Mark and Matt Johnson
Saturday, November 18, 2023
We lived as close neighbors with Jay and Nina in the mid 80s. Jay had a generous heart and fun loving personality. He welcomed us into their lives and we spent may wonderful hours together. He was a huge blessing to our family.
Phil Willis
Sunday, September 11, 2022
I was very good friends with Mike, Mark, Nina and Jay since the 1967. I just found out about his death. I was going to call him about my mother Patsy that just Past on 9.6. 2022. Anyway I'm sad i just found this out and truly loved this man. Great mentor and true friend. Ill miss all of our vacations.
My mother went to high school with Jay at Central High.
Phil Willis
9.11.2022
Dale and Linda DeMent
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Our sincere sympathy â¤ï¸â€ðŸ©¹. Many happy memories come to mind but 2 are so special to me. Joanne, you and I had met for lunch years ago and you held out your hand to show us your engagement ring. Soo exciting. Next was watching you come down the isle of Jay and your wedding . Special day! Special coupleðŸ™ðŸ™ŒðŸ»
Gay Parks
Monday, August 9, 2021
To the nicest man and the perfect partner for Mary.
Jay will be greatly missed by all.
Love,
Gay
Linda Smith
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Poem Mrs Mary requested about Jay.
When Tomorrow Starts without me... When tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand; the angel said my place was ready, in heaven far above, and that i’d have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But when I walked through Heaven’s Gates, I felt so much at home, for God looked down, smiled at me, And told me “Welcome Home.†So when tomorrow starts without me, Don’t think we’re far apart, for every time you think of me, Iâ€m right there in your heart
Ann Wood Hillian
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Jay and Nina were dear friends for many years. Jay was a good, sweet man, always upbeat and friendly, and an excellent cook and hostess. He had a great sense of humor, too. I can still hear that laugh of his. My sincere condolences to Mary and family.
Bessie
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Hello Miss Mary this is Bessie from Kroger sorry for your loss we will truly mr. J
Larry Charles Sessions
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Jay was my "Big Brother" for 58 years, starting when he married my sister Nina when I was 12. His Dad cut my hair at his shop downtown and I still remember Memaw. He always treated my parents well, even though my Dad was often not very nice to him. I have been gone from LR since 1976, but I would always go see Nina and Jay when I got back into town, and usually stay with them. I have seen him only a few times since Nina passed in 2004, but he will be sorely missed.
Bessie
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Hello Miss Mary this is BessieWhitehead from Kroger I used to work with Nancy front end so sorry for your loss you know we love him auntie auntie
Karen Clower
Sunday, August 1, 2021
Charles,
I am so sorry you are having to go through losing another piece of your heart in your brother Jay! You have had to deal with way too much loss in the last year, but my sister and I are both here for you if you need anything! You will always be dearly loved by the "Copeland" girls (Carl's daughters)!
Karen Clower & Janet Clemens
Nancy Weatherford
Friday, July 30, 2021
Oh Mary, I am so saddened by the news of Jay's passing. Tuesday's at Kroger will not be the same...
I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for sweet memories and peaceful moments in the hard days ahead. Love and hugs are sent your way.. Nancy ( cashier at Kroger)
Sandra Greeson
Friday, July 30, 2021
Suzanne; we are so sorry for the passing of Jay. I have been missing our meetings at Kroger on “senior Tuesdayâ€. He was a character and always had a tale to tell. Praying the Lord will bring you comfort and peace as you recall all your fond memories.
Carol Walker
Friday, July 30, 2021
Jay was such a good man. I knew Jay and Nina for many years. He will be missed by so many. Prayers for his family.
Aggie Parse
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Jay was a man of many talents and interests.He was a proud American and will be greatly missed. Aggie Parse
Mike and Lisa Crow
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Mary, we are so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed our banter when Jay would come by my door from the coffee shop before service at church. We will be praying for you and your family in the days ahead.
Tom Kuykendall
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Even though I moved away from Little Rock area in 1991, Jay has still remain a very good friend. We were able to visit on a trip to Little Rock a few years ago. I will always have a remembrance of Jay with the photo he made of me and my deceased wife some years ago in his front yard. He got us to pose in a certain way and then without knowing gave a poster size photo to us on Christmas that appeared to show the Sun resting in the palm of her hand. He was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
Dick Gibbs
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Part of the SPIRIT group for many
moons, including howling at them.
Will miss the fine food and beverage
we enjoyed and your boat running the river.
Shelley Bolling
Thursday, July 29, 2021
So many awesome memories of Jay. We always laughed and had many adventures. You will be missed buddy!
Aggie Parse
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Jay was a man of many talents and interests.He was a proud American and will be greatly missed. Aggie Parse
John Bolling
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
A friend for over 30 years. A funny guy, fishing buddy and just great man to know. He never knew a stranger no matter the age. I already miss him.
Steve Roberts
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Mary,
So sorry for your loss. Actually, this is a loss to everyone who knew Jay. I am glad to say he was my cousin. You and Jay were so good to help and visit my mother in her last years. Every time I talked with Jay, I always learned more family history. I hate that knowledge is now gone and will always regret not learning more from him. He will be greatly missed.
You are in our prayers.
Steve Roberts and family.â€
Nancy Jarrett
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Jay will be missed. But he leaves so many fond memories. He came to family gatherings with food in one hand and his Jay libations ice chest in the other. He always fell asleep In the recliner after his belly was full. He was a man on a mission with his camera at every special event.
Mary I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Cabico
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
I’m saddened to hear of your loss, but so glad that you texted me. I know what it’s like to lose someone that you love. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Let’s talk soon.
Joanne & Dennis Puhalski
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Mary dennis and I are so sorry to hear of jays passing over the years we have enjoyed so many good times we would go to eat somewhere and then go play dominos at Mary’s jay was a character he never met a stranger he talked to every one at dominos mary always accused him of cheating and jay would just laugh the more she laughed the louder he got we will miss him so much he always had a smile on his face and cared about every one he knew we will miss him so much I am certain he is already making plans with the lord luv you jay
Sean, Patricia and OlÃvia Geyer
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
We are terribly sorry for you loss, Mary. Jay will be missed… We are keeping you and you family in our thoughts and prayers. May Jay Rest In Peace…and May you find the strength to carry on…
Felicia and Kent Davis
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Mary, our condolences and prayers for your loss. It was always a pleasure seeing Jay in church and Kent looked forward to their visits. We give thanks for his friendship and yours.
Felicia and Kent Davis
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Mary, our condolences and prayers for your loss. It was always a pleasure seeing Jay in church and Kent looked forward to their visits. We give thanks for his friendship and yours.
Carolyne and Randall Ball
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers at your time of loss and need. I pray that your best memories outweigh the loss and pain that you may feel that this time.
Sharon Marshall
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Special prayers and thoughts for all family and friends. Jay will be missed for sure. Jay was was two of my precious Great granddaughters, Papa Jay. Our next family get together sure won’t be the same without him.
Suzanne Lake
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
There was only one Jay! He was a character for sure and I will miss him and his jokes the most.
David edrington
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
I’ve known jay for about 8 years. He was truly a special person! He loved people and never met a stranger. If you ever talked with him he always left you feeling better. Such a tremendous gift. He loved life more than anything! He will be missed more than words can say!! I’ll miss seeing him on that mower! Hats off to a wonderful man who lived life to it’s fullest!!
Stan & Karen Howat
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Mary and Charles and family we are so sorry for your loss!
I have been close friends with Jay for 40 years! From rafting rivers to snow skiing to lying on a beach in Destin or in the islands we have shared wonderful times!
Visits and BBQ parties have provided great times!
Jay make sure you plant a garden keep the grass cut and fire up the grill for when we arrive to be with you!
May our brother and good friend RIP with his Lord.
Love
Stan & Karen
Janet Ginsberg
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Dear Mary, I’m so sorry to learn of the passing of Jay!!! He was a favorite cousin!!! I will never forget how you and Jay visited my mother, who loved Jay, at the nursing home! For years!!! It was so much appreciated and made the days go by faster for Mother!!!! I’m also wishing you a full recovery because I know you have been ill and going thru a difficult time!!! I want to express my deepest sympathy!!! Sincerely, Janet Ginsberg
Michael Stearns
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Rest in peace Jay, you will be missed
Rhonda Stearns
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
You were loved & will truly be missed.