John Burton Flippin, age 82 of Amelia, passed from this life on June 3, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents Odell and Lucy Anderson Flippin, son John B. Flippin Jr. and sister Linda Gail Finch.  He is survived by his wife of 24 years Jeanne Morris Flippin, daughter Beth Ann Flippin-Gross (Richard), sister Betty Carel Jones of Amelia.  He owned and operated Pontons Store and Auto Repair for many years.  A memorial service is set for 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 at Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St. in Amelia.  The family will receive friends for two hours prior to the service.