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Glassel Flaherty Obituary

Glassel Dane Flaherty, 61, lost his courageous battle against Leukemia early July 27, 2009. Glassel was born November 11, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Glenn and Viola Flaherty. He graduated from Auburn High School and graduated from Kansas State University. Flaherty served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor for actions during the Battle of Dak To. Glassel was employed at KABSU, Kansas State University, for 28 years. Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Bobbie, and mother-in-law, Esther Roberts, of the home; daughter Erin of Topeka; brother Mark (Tina) Flaherty , Kansas City; nephew, Joshua (Amanda) Flaherty, New York City; brother-in-law, Tom (Jane) Roberts, Topeka; nephews Kevin (Jolee) Roberts, Spring Hill; and Brad Roberts, Topeka; niece, Diane (Tom) Sakers, Topeka; and great nephews and niece, Bryce, Blake, and Taylin. A celebration of life memorial service will be held at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Riley (Wildcat Creek Rd near Manhattan) with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating at 2pm, Wednesday, July 29, followed by inurnment. (Casual attire) In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Glassels name may be made to Hope Lodge of Kansas City and mailed to 1120 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, MO 64105, or Manhattan Hospice House, c/o Home Care and Hospice, 323 Poyntz, Manhattan, 66502 or brought to the service.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jul. 28, 2009.

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Ralph & Mary Jo McHugh

July 29, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mary Dooley

July 28, 2009

Dear Bobbie and Erin,

God has placed His arms around Glassel and he is now resting above you. Your husband, father, and son has made the next step to eternal life. With every fresh plowed field or fish fry that gathers family and friends, he will be there.

Never forgotten.

Loves and Hugs

Mary Wille-Dooley and Family

Connie & Gordon Eddy

July 28, 2009

Bobby and Erin, We are so sorry for your loss of your husband and dad. He was a wonderful person with lot's of humor and laughter to share. Everyone who knew him will miss him. God bless you and your family and be with you in the days to come. We are so sorry for his struggle & pain he endured. We know Glassel is with God now. Love, Connie & Gordon Eddy

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