With grace and peace, Jacqueline Flanagan, affectionately known as Jackie, passed away on the morning of Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, CT.
Born on July 4, 1950, in Mt. Olive, North Carolina, Jackie was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Virginia Flanagan. At the age of seven, she moved with her family to Connecticut, where she built a life filled with love, purpose, and dedication.
Jackie pursued her education in New Haven County before earning her degree from the University of Connecticut. Her career was dedicated to service, spending her professional life at the American Red Cross in various capacities, where her hard work and commitment contributed significantly to the organization’s success and its impact on the community.
She leaves behind her devoted sister, Regina S. Flanagan, along with a host of loving cousins, relatives, and dear friends who will cherish her memory.
Jackie’s kindness, warmth, and dedication to others will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Jackie’s life will take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight Street, New Haven. She will be laid to rest at Beaverdale Memorial Park in New Haven.
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My big Sis… losing you has me numb with pain and while I would love to have you returned to me, I can’t ask for that because I know you’re in a better place. Rest now and as always, we’ll continue to talk. All my love
Genny…I was saddened to hear of Jackie’s passing. Our families go way back. You are in my thoughts & prayers. May God continue to wrap his arms around you with his peace. 🙏🏽 Death has taken Jackie away physically but she will live on in your heart for an eternity. ❤️
Rest well sweet Jackie, your love and care for me at a young age has stayed with me over the years. I’ll never forget weekends spent being nutured and doted on by you. May all the love and kindness you shared with others here earth be yours today in heaven. Love you always 💜