Bernard Grey Flippin, 76 of Cana, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020. He was born in Surry County, NC to the late Arlin Paul and Vinnie Lowe Flippin. He worked at the Mt. Airy News for 44 years by starting out in the press room and working his way into advertising sales until he retired in 2005. Bernard was known by many names, Bennie, Bernie and Papa Ben. He was a loving father known for his hard work and he greatly enjoyed decorating his home in Fancy Fap during Christmas for the enjoyment of all the community. He had a deep love for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and he was committed to starting his mornings with a quiet time in God's word.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Nester Flippin.

Survivors include his wife, Fran Smith Flippin; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Tim Williams; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Angie Flippin; step-sons and spouses, Tim and Angie Smith, Todd Smith and fiancé, Shelly Taylor, and Jason and Leigh Anne Smith; brother, Dennis Flippin; grandchildren and spouses, Cassidy Shelton and Camden, Lydia Sikes and Logan and Isaac Flippin; step-grandchildren, Christopher Smith, Kati Smith, Ethan Smith, Joshua Smith, Maci Smith, Eli Smith, Mason Taylor, and Maggie Taylor; and great-grandchildren, Lincoln Sikes and Everleigh Sikes.

Burial will be in Webb-Skyview Cemetery. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.