Barbara Jeanne Flinchbaugh
February 17, 1950 ~ February 5, 2015
Jeanne Flinchbaugh
(age 64)
Barbara Jeanne Flinchbaugh, known and loved as Jeannie, passed away in her home on Thursday, February 5, 2015. The daughter of Dr. Ralph (COL, USA retired) and the late Maria Flinchbaugh, she grew up in a variety of places including Japan and Panama. After graduating from high school and college in Virginia, she spent many years on the West Coast including Weed, CA and Ashland, OR.
In addition to her father, she is survived by her sister, Mimi Thompson (Wayne); her son, Philippe Belland (Kathy); grandchildren, Sarah and Jordan Belland and niece, Rachel Adamec (Stephen).
Jeannie's love of life, as evidenced by her valiant 2 year fight against ovarian cancer, was also shown in her love of and dedication to music and children. She spent many years in Head Start, kindergarten and 1st grade primarily as an instructional assistant so that she could pursue her music.
Jeannie, trained in classical flute, chose a path of improvisation to the songs of singers such as James Taylor, Lynard Skynard, Elvis and blues guitarist, John Cephas. She enjoyed and entertained through her music in the bands, Dream Keeper and most recently The O Street Band.
A memorial service will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue, West, Vienna, Virginia on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 2-3:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Smile Train or The American Cancer Society.
Online condolences and fond memories may be offered to the family at: www.moneyandking.com
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
(age 64)
Barbara Jeanne Flinchbaugh, known and loved as Jeannie, passed away in her home on Thursday, February 5, 2015. The daughter of Dr. Ralph (COL, USA retired) and the late Maria Flinchbaugh, she grew up in a variety of places including Japan and Panama. After graduating from high school and college in Virginia, she spent many years on the West Coast including Weed, CA and Ashland, OR.
In addition to her father, she is survived by her sister, Mimi Thompson (Wayne); her son, Philippe Belland (Kathy); grandchildren, Sarah and Jordan Belland and niece, Rachel Adamec (Stephen).
Jeannie's love of life, as evidenced by her valiant 2 year fight against ovarian cancer, was also shown in her love of and dedication to music and children. She spent many years in Head Start, kindergarten and 1st grade primarily as an instructional assistant so that she could pursue her music.
Jeannie, trained in classical flute, chose a path of improvisation to the songs of singers such as James Taylor, Lynard Skynard, Elvis and blues guitarist, John Cephas. She enjoyed and entertained through her music in the bands, Dream Keeper and most recently The O Street Band.
A memorial service will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue, West, Vienna, Virginia on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 2-3:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Smile Train or The American Cancer Society.
Online condolences and fond memories may be offered to the family at: www.moneyandking.com
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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I met Jeannie around 28 years ago in pottery class. We shared many trials and tribulations, including her early efforts to find her long lost son. It was so exciting to hear how she found him, had the courage to call and finally meet him and his family. The rest of that story is clear. What a wonderful discovery. I have so many more wonderful memories of her determination. (open mike in the early flute years….YIKES!!!) I wish I had had more time with her, or at least had the news earlier that she was sick recently so I could say good-by in person. I know she is now enjoying the riot of chatter about her and her caring, talent, and love.
My late wife and I met Jeanne when she was just beginning her chemotherapy treatments for ovarian cancer. Jeanne and my wife instantly connected because my wife was battling ovarian cancer and had played the flute. Jeanne courageously fought the battle. Jeanne’s music will live on in the hearts of those she loved. jon halsall
I was lucky enough to have Jeanne as my IA for a short time. She brought light and joy into the classroom and my students loved her very much. I can not imagine a better teacher to work with. Students from years past ask about her all the time. Her love and commentment to children will be greatly missed in the halls of Parklawn Elementary.
We were in the next room over from Jeannie during her time at Parklawn and she was always a joy to have around. She always made it a point to stop by daily accompanied by her bright smile and her pretty baby blues.She loved to share a funny joke, a story from her morning in the chaotic preschool room, or her love for music. She even took the time to play flute for our SACC kiddos on a couple occasions. She never once had a negative thing to say about anyone nor anything.We are simply heartbroken to hear of her passing, she was a wonderful teacher and an even better human being…RIP Jeannie Love,Mr. Rich & the Parklawn SACC Team
Dear Jeanne, I write to tell you how we were blessed to have found you for those many years for the young children at Parklawn who needed you so dearly. Your warmth and hugs and “We can do!” spirit permeated our halls daily and filled us all with smiles and joy. We last saw each other some many months ago as you learned of the new challenge ahead of you and we prayed together. We kept in touch and were filled with wonder when you were able to return to the little ones for a brief time. I am retired now but I will never forget you, Jeanne. We all Ioved you and were inspired by your courage and the love you gave to us in return. Peace… Susan Akroyd, former principal
Jeannie you were such a great teacher and a wonderful person. You will be greatly missed here at Parklawn School. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Parklawn staff will be making a donation in your name to the Cancer Society. God Bless You! From The Parklawn Staff!
Jeanne and I worked together in HeadStart for one year at Westlawn Elementary. I remember her calm and loving manner with the students. Her love for them was undeniable! I also remember Jeanne’s two other loves: music and her family. On Mondays she would often talk about the gigs she did her band, and the students were lucky enough to be introduced to her flute. But her greatest love was her family, and she spoke lovingly about her father, sister, niece, son, and grandchildren. Jeanne was grateful to share her home with sister and would light up when talking about her son and his children. God Bless Jeanne! She touched many lives.
Jeanne and I worked together in HeadStart for one year at Westlawn Elementary. I remember her calm and loving manner with the students. Her love for them was undeniable! I also remember Jeanne’s two other loves: music and her family. On Mondays she would often talk about the gigs she did her band, and the students were lucky enough to be introduced to her flute. But her greatest love was her family, and she spoke lovingly about her father, sister, niece, son, and grandchildren. Jeanne was grateful to share her home with sister and would light up when talking about her son and his children. God Bless Jeanne! She touched many lives.
I met Jeannie when I decided, impulsively, to sign up for a pottery class at Wakefield Rec Ctr (now Audrey Moore). I needed to get back into clay. She was such a delight as the clayroom monitor on weekends and it lifted my spirits each time. Then I found out more about her and that she has a beautiful music sense and plays the flute. Amazing woman and so happy to have known her. So very sad to lose her and it sounds like many people feel the same.