James Ephriam Flanagan, age 88, of Jamestown

January 15, 2026 Sean Hammond Obituaries

James Ephriam Flanagan, age 88, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, January 13 2026 at Fairoaks Nursing Home.

He was born on Sunday, January 09 1938, in Jamestown, Ky.

He was the son of:
Mother – Susie Kinnett Flanagan, who has preceded him in death
Father – Ottis Flanagan, who has preceded him in death

Survivors also include:

1 Sister:

Sadie Eyster, spouse Stephen, of Avon IN

He is survived by 1 step-daughter, Phyllis Corrone of Liberty, KY and one step-son, Roger Gosser of Texas. He was a retired welder for Lawless Welding Shop and was a member of Bernard Church of God.

Funeral services will be 1 PM Saturday, January 17 2026 at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.

Visitation will be 10 AM Saturday, January 17 2026 at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.

Interment will be in Flanagan Cemetery, Russell Springs, , KY.

Officiating:
Bro. Herschel Lawhorn

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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