of Flippin, AR
February 14, 1930 - January 5, 2020
James Paul Flippin, age 89, of Flippin, Arkansas passed away Sunday January 5, 2020 at Gassville Therapy and Living in Gassville, Arkansas.
James was born February 14, 1930 in Flippin, Arkansas to the late Paul and Mable (McCracken) Flippin. He was a lifelong resident of the area and member of First Baptist Church in Flippin, Arkansas where he served as a deacon and helped oversee construction of the new church facilities. His hobbies included reading the Bible and newspaper daily, Cardinals baseball, fishing, discussing and shooting firearms with his great-great nephews, and spending time with loved ones. James was drafted into the United States Army in February 1952, serving two years as a lineman that included a tour in Japan. He returned home a Korean War Veteran and continued to serve as a lineman for Arkansas Power and Light, retiring as a construction foreman. James was a 32nd degree Mason.
James is survived by his nephew Marcus Flippin and his wife, Gail, of Flippin, Arkansas; great-nieces: Erica Morris and her husband, Donald; Megan Gibson and her husband, Skylor; Lindsey Campbell and her husband, Jeremy; great-great nephews: Marcus Morris, Lucas Gibson, Oliver Campbell, and Ethan Campbell; niece Marsha Massey and her husband, John of Flippin, Arkansas; great-nieces: Casey Massey, Courtney Smith and her husband, Steve; great-great nephew Owen Smith, great-great niece Oakleigh Smith; loving friends Johnnie Faulkner and Billie Crain, as well as many friends and extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years Zella "Myrt" Flippin, his parents, and his brother Harold "Jug" Flippin.
Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesday January 8, 2020 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
Funeral service will be 10:00 am Thursday January 9, 2020 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Aaron Lindsey officiating.
Private burial will be at Fairview Cemetery near Flippin.
Pallbearers will be Marcus Morris, Lucas Gibson, Bert Benton, Dwight Henry, Devin Henry, Carlin Henry, and Talon Vancuren.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Ozarks, 701 Burnett Dr., Mountain Home, AR 72653; St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or to a charity of your choice.
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7 Condolence(s)
Dea Jefferson Shatterly
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
My condolences with you as you mourn his passing. James was always a comfort to my family.
David & Paula Engeler
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jim and Myrt were so kind and helpful when my parents, Billy & Dotty Jackson, moved to Mountain Home. Another loss for the AP&L family.
Karla Huddleston O'Neil
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Marcus and family, I am so sorry to hear of this..... I used to visit Myrt at her store in town(Flippin), I loved visiting with her after school. Got to know alot about our families, and her husband. Remember him working for AP&L. Nice man. I miss your parents. Have fond memories of them from when I was a child and some after I was grown. Thinking of you all. Prayers ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™. Love, Karla
Dorothy Mitchell Barton
Monday, January 6, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time of loss. James was a great man. God bless
Lou Annis Kelley
Monday, January 6, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my sympathy.
Shelby Rogers
Monday, January 6, 2020
Amazing man , so kind and a light of the Lord! I have been so blessed to had the opportunity to know him.
Prayers for the family for strength and comfort through this difficult time.
Billy Gilliland
Monday, January 6, 2020
Enjoyed knowing and working with James Paul back in the A.P.&L. days. R.I.P. Friend.