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Frazeysburg, Ohio
Jul 27, 1965 – Sep 24, 2025
Donald Fred O’Flaherty, age 60, of Frazeysburg, Ohio, passed away on September 24, 2025 at Genesis Hospital following a brief illness.
Born July 27, 1965, in Newark, Ohio, he was a son of the late John and Darlene (Cannon) O’Flaherty and a 1983 graduate of Tri-Valley High School and a 1986 graduate of COTC. Don was a lifelong member of Community Bible Church and after 41 years of service, he recently retired from Defense Supply Center Columbus.
Don was an avid outdoorsman enjoying both hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and visiting new restaurants. For many years, while his children were young, he coached little league baseball and was active in local Cub Scouts. As his children moved into high school, he cheered them on at all their sporting events and was a licensed official for Ohio High School Swimming and Diving competition.
Don is survived by his wife Helen (McGee) O’Flaherty, whom he married December 21, 1985; two sons, Daniel (Jennie) O’Flaherty of Frazeysburg and Joseph (Lauren) O’Flaherty of Howard, Ohio; one daughter, Sarah (Alec) Martin of Frazeysburg; two granddaughters, Maeve and Ish, and one sister, Janna (Jeff) Hetrick. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters in-law, Robert (Paula) McGee, Jamie (Theresa) McGee, Judy (Jay) Lefever, Brenda (Tony) D’Ostroph, Dianna Pierce, and many nieces and nephews
Don was predeceased by his parents, John and Darlene (Cannon) O’Flaherty; his in-laws, Robert and Violet (Pierce) McGee and his brother-in-law, Matthew Pierce.
Friends and family may call from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the Frazeysburg Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Homes, 110 West Third Street.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, September 29, 2025 at the funeral home with Pastor Eric Cooper officiating.
Don will be laid to rest beside his parents in Frazeysburg Cemetery.
Read MoreWhat a great guy! His dedication to family, faith, and friends says it all! We were co-workers and friends of Don over the last 20+ years! Our condolences to Helen and family! Don was always bragging on his loved ones!
Remember that he will live forever in your memories and hearts!
Ami and Greg
September 28, 2025 | Carroll, OH | Friend
Please accept our condolences for your loss
Dick & Diane West
September 27, 2025 | Zanesville, OH | Friend
Our sincere condolences, so sorry
Jeanne Cohagen
September 27, 2025 | Nashport, OH | Friend
I wish to extend my heart felt sympathy and prayers to Don's wife Helen and his children. Don and I were work colleagues and friends at DSCC/DLA Land and Maritime Columbus, Ohio. Don was great to work with and a hoot at fun times when we needed a break from the fast pace and serious work we did at DSCC/DLA Land and Maritime Columbus, Ohio. Don had a great sense of humor. We always shared our experiences about our farms, had great discussions about the trees at our farms, chainsaws and farm...
September 27, 2025
I am lifting up your entire family in prayer for comfort and peace in the days ahead. I work with Don’s niece and she shared stories of his generous heart and the closeness of this beautiful family. May your shared memories keep his soul alive and his presence felt within your hearts.
Kelly Gilkey
September 26, 2025 | Cleveland, OH | Acquaintance
Living Spirit Dishgarden
Your NASA family - GRC and MCO
September 26, 2025
We were so sorry and saddened to hear about Don,s passing. Jack worked with Don for many years and they became very good friends. We both have fond memories of you and your family coming to our wedding. We send our sincere condolences. He was a good good man.
Jack and Dianne Schoolcraft
September 26, 2025 | Columbus, OH | Coworker
Helen and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss in Don’s passing.
My family has fond memories of him from our time with the TV Swim Team.
You’re in my thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely, Missy Faulhaber
Missy Faulhaber
September 26, 2025 | Dresden, OH | Acquaintance
Helen , We’re deeply sorry to hear about Don’s passing . Thoughts a prayers to you Helen a your family an all the siblings an family . I know your faith with the Lord will see you though .
Kathy an Bill Sterling
September 25, 2025 | Frazeysburg, OH | Friend