EDWARD-O'FLAHERTY-Obituary

REV. EDWARD M. O'FLAHERTY SJ

Boston, Massachusetts

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O'FLAHERTY, Rev. Edward M. SJ Of Boston College, on February 20, 2012. Former Provincial of the New England Province, Society of Jesus, Past President Weston School of Theology in Cambridge, Director of both the Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs and the Office of Pastoral Support of...

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Rest in Peace Fr. Ed. Though I only knew and prayed for you through Sister M. Kathleen you became a large part of my life. You are in the Lords embrace now and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved you so well. Debbie Johnston

Fr. Ed O'Flaherty taught many of us freshman world history at Cheverus High School in the late 50's/early 60's. He was an outstanding teacher in the finest traditions of Jesuit education: great sense of humor, cutting wit(especially if one was unprepared), and a genuine interest in the welfare of his students.
Known affectionately as "The Big O", Fr. O'Flaherty earned our respect not only in the classroom but also on the football field with his 40-yard perfect spirals as well as his...

Rest in peace Father. I shall remember you with deep affection from our days working together at the Archdiocese.

Father Ed, I will miss you greatly. I knew your wisdom and holiness, but I will miss most your sweetness and humility. Rest in Peace.

Thank you, Fr. Ed, for your tireless commitment to Ecumenical and Inter-religious relationships. It was a joy to be your ecumenical colleague. Rest in peace.

My family had the pleasure of knowing Fr. O'Flaherty through his work at St. Paul's Parish in Hingham. He was a wonderful priest who's celebration of the Mass was inspiring, and his homilies always enriching. He will be remembered fondly for his warmth, wisdom and holiness.

I shall remember Ed with deep appreciation for his efforts helping me and other Boston priests.
(Rev) William Lucey

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.