Robert Flournoy Jr.

George "Robert" Flournoy Jr. was born on July 14, 1929, to the union of George Robert Flournoy and Viola Brown-Flournoy in Toledo, Ohio. He departed this earthly life on January 30, 2023, at the age of 93 years old at Toledo Hospital. He loved the Lord and was spiritually connected, which was shown in the love, kindness and support he poured into his family and all those who were fortunate enough to know him. He was a devoted supporter of the Rose of Sharon Church, founded by his late brother Bishop Charles Flournoy, whose legacy continues through Greater Glory Church. He was a graduate of Jesup W. Scott High School class of 1947 (“Once a Bull Dog, Always a Bull Dog”) and served proudly in the United States Air Force as a PFC and was a veteran of the Korean War and World War II. He went on to have an illustrious career ensuring fair labor practices for union workers for 30+ years as part of the United Steel Workers Union AFL-CIO-COC District 29 retiring in 1995 as the Sub District Director. He was a lifetime member of the National NAACP and received numerous awards and accolades for his military service and tireless efforts representing unionized workers. Affectionally known as the “picture man,” Robert photographed many weddings and special life occasions for thousands throughout Toledo and beyond. He enjoyed listening to jazz music and shooting at the gun range. He was known across the country by his CB handle, “Buffalo Nickels,” and was a beloved member of the CB radio community. A talented artist, he could often be found sketching or on his computer. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Bruce and John Potete, Charles and Gordon Flournoy; sisters Eloise and Carmen Potete and Loretta Tucker; son Ricky Parker, Sr.; granddaughters Shevelle Kinnebrew, Regina Lewis and Erica Nauden. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 54 years, Elizabeth Flournoy; daughters Bobbie Davis and Regina Nauden; and son Ronald Michael (Janis) Flournoy; grandchildren Ricky and Kelly Parker, James (Nicole) Nauden Jr., and JaMalle Flournoy; 10 great grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren and a host of beloved relatives and friends.

Robert Flournoy Jr.

July 14, 1929 - January 30, 2023