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FLAHERTY, Robert Paul, 92, of East Orleans, MA
Robert P. Flaherty, 92, of East Orleans, passed away at home on February 4, 2019 in the loving presence of his four children. He was predeceased by his adored wife of 61 years, Joan Elizabeth (Gallogly) Flaherty. He is survived by his children Patricia Anderson and her husband Thomas, of Bedford, NH, Anne R. Barry, of East Orleans, Robert P. Flaherty, Jr., of Quincy, and Mark Flaherty and his wife Heather of Palm Beach, FL; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was the much-loved Uncle Bob to twenty-eight nieces and nephews. His siblings John A. Flaherty, Peter T. Flaherty, Jr. (World War II Flight Officer USAAF killed in action), Elizabeth D. Kelleher, and David F. Flaherty predeceased him. Bob was born in Worcester and spent his childhood in Newport, RI where he graduated from De La Salle Academy. He soon after enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he proudly served on the USS Maddox (DD-713) in the South Pacific. He graduated from Providence College in 1951, a grateful beneficiary of the GI Bill. After his marriage, he and Joan moved to Worcester, where they raised their family and where Bob and his brother-in-law, Paul Kelleher, owned and operated Kelleher & Flaherty Transportation, Inc. for many years. His passion was playing golf, but his greatest love was his wife and children, to whom he was constantly devoted. The family is grateful for the dedicated and loving care provided by his daughter, Anne, and Gwen, Meg, Natalia, Marsha, John, Laura, Sally, and the VNA of Cape Cod Hospice. The funeral and visiting hours will be 7:30 to 8:30 AM on Saturday, Feb. 9 from Nickerson Funeral Home, 77 Eldredge Pkwy, Orleans, followed by a Mass celebrating Bob's life at 9:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Church, 61 Canal Rd., Orleans. Burial will be private.
For directions and guestbook visit www.nickersonfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimers Family Support Center of Cape Cod (payable to AFSC), 2095 Main St., Brewster
MA 02631 (or visit www.alzheimerscapecod.org). For online condolences, please visit www.nickersonfunerals.com.
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Jim Butcher
January 30, 2021
Unbelievable that it’s been two years. Great man who raised a great family. RIP Mr Flaherty
Kirk Scotia
February 9, 2019
Pat and Anne
I was sorry to read of your dad's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Mildred Cox
February 8, 2019
Dear Bob and Flaherty Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. He certainly wasn't lacking very good care from all those mentioned in his obituary, and I know how faithful his son Bob, my dear friend and former neighbor, was to his Mom and Dad. When I look at Bob, Sr.'s picture, I can see where his son Bob got his good looks! You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your lives. Sincerely, Mildred Cox-Semper Fi and Rest in Peace.
John
February 8, 2019
To you the family, I am sorry to hear the news about your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2
Denis Cronin
February 7, 2019
Pat and Anne, Lucie and I send our deepest condolences on the passing of Mr Flaherty. His legacy is giving the world a wonderful family and we are all grateful for his military service.
Denis Cronin
Bedford, New Hampshire
Nancy Kneeland
February 6, 2019
Pat and Anne, with my deepest sympathies! Anne, with my utmost respect for your care!
Sincerely, Nancy Kneeland
February 6, 2019
Pat, Anne, Bob, and Mark,
Our deep condolences to all of you on Bob's passing. Have such great memories from Brewster and Worcester.
Margaret Sullivan
Jackie Sullivan Finley
Jean Sullivan Piazza
The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home
February 5, 2019
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
February 6, 2019
Anne, my sincere condolences to you and your family with the passing of your dad. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Mike Donahue
February 6, 2019
Dear Pat, Anne, Bob and Mark, Your Dad was one of the Greatest Guys. Anytime we were over the house on Hadwen Ln, he would always have that quick wit and a comment that would bring a smile or laugh to us. We have lost another from the Greatest Generation.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Jim Butcher and Family
M D
February 5, 2019
My condolences for the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and comfort during this time. Jeremiah 29:11,12.
Carolyn Crowley Lotsbom
February 5, 2019
Dear Pat, Anne, Bob and Mark,
I'm so deeply sorry to hear about your dear dad's passing. May special memories help you through this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Much Love, Carolyn Crowley Lotsbom
Marie Burison
February 5, 2019
Dear Pat, Anne, Bob, Mark and Families: Your Dad was one of the Greatest Generation in more ways than one. I have a soft spot in my heart for him, and always will. Love, Marie
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