Ellen Pauline Flynn, 77, of Fayetteville, TN, passed away on March 15, 2026. Born October 18, 1948, Ellen was a gifted artist who found great joy in painting and expressing her creativity. A woman of Christian faith and a former employee of Amana, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister.
She is survived by her children, Patrick (Tammy) Johnson, Julie Kent, and Sonya Flynn (partner, Brent Gentry); grandchildren, Megan (Danny) Atkins, James (Amber) Johnson, Brooke Johnson, Tim Wright, Tessa (Matt) Etchison, Matthew Flynn, Maykala Flynn, and Greyson Gentry; great-grandchildren, Colby Atkins, Owen Atkins, Mattie Jo Atkins, Peyton Neely, Gabriel Wright, and Jayden Wright; sister, Carol Poarch Fuller; brother, Mark Poarch; and a lifelong friend, Patsy Ivey.
Ellen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Terrell Flynn; her brother, Brian Poarch; and her step-son, Kevin Flynn.
While no public services are planned, the family deeply appreciates your prayers and invites you to share your favorite memories of Ellen at higginsfh.com.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Ellen Pauline Flynn.
Julie I just seen on Facebook about Ellen I’m so so sorry for y’all I love her so much an hate I didn’t know you an Patrick are in my prayers I will miss my dear friend my love 🙏🙏🙏
Prayer to the family for your loss
Carol, you have my deepest sympathy for loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ms. Ellen was a special lady. I always admired her beautiful roses in the front yard. I loved her smile and her voice. She was a wise woman who raised a great daughter. We’ve missed her in Highland City.
Families are forever etched in your memories. I had the privilege of being in a great family. Prayers are with you all of your family.
Julie and family,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Your will be in our orayerd.
Always will remember you Ellen and after we got together again after many years . Brenda
We are So Sorry. She was A Beautiful Lady inside and out. She was a great Artist and I enjoyed going to Church with her. God Bless the Family and Friends with Comfort and Peace.💖🙏💖🙏💖
My deepest condolences for your loss. We loved Ellen and her children. She was a beautiful member of our family. Rest in peace where there are no more tears nor sorrow.