Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall

Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall passed away at Accordius Health at Rose Manor, Durham, North Carolina, on February 8, 2022, at the age of 102. Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall, daughter of the late Eddie Kirby and Sarah Peaks, was born in Durham, North Carolina on October 22, 1919. She grew up in the home of Mrs. Fannie Kirby, her grandmother, along with her two cousins, Margie Spann and Dorothy Easterling. At an early age, she met and married William Proctor Flintall, Jr. From this marriage three daughters were born, Margo F. Garrett (Wilbert), Victoria F. Bibby and Anita L. Flintall. Mrs. Flintall was one of the first Black sales associates for a major department store in Durham (Thalhimers, formerly Ellis Stone) in the children's department. She enjoyed consulting with customers, helping to coordinate the various outfits they wanted to purchase. She worked a short time at Duke University Hospital; however, her greatest joy was working with the children at Steps and Ladders Day Care. She was known for her zest for life and many interests which included international travel, gardening, fishing and other outdoor activities. She was a member of White Rock Baptist Church for over 74 years, Zafa Court #41 Daughters, University Assembly #218, Order of the Golden Circle, Eastern Star, White Rock Baptist Church Choir, Emeritus and the Birthday Club. Mrs. Flintall was preceded in death by her husband, William P. Flintall, Jr. and a special aunt, Ms. Margie Kirby. She is survived by her three children, Margo F. Garrett (Wilbert), Victoria F. Bibby and Anita L. Flintall, five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren, special cousin Margie Spann and other cousins, family members and friends. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 1:30 p.m., with visitation from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., at Scarborough & Hargett Celebration of Life Center, Inc., 309 N Queen Street, Durham, North Carolina 27701. In every effort to protect our families and their guests, face coverings are required. To view the Celebration of Life Service for Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall through Zoom Live Stream: Please click the link below to join the webinar, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89164834379? Webinar ID: 872 3490 3752 Passcode: 534275

Mrs. Lucille Kirby Flintall

October 22, 1919 - February 8, 2022