Michael Edward Flaherty

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Michael Flaherty Obituary

Flaherty Michael Edward Flaherty was born in Martins Ferry, OH to Eileen and Joseph Flaherty in 1935. He grew up in Bellaire, OH. He passed away on March 20, 2017 surrounded by his family. He is a graduate of Bellaire St. John, LaSalle College, and Xavier University. He taught at St. Matthias Grade School and DeSales High School, his career covering 34 years. He was preceded in death by sister Patricia Bell, and brother James. He is survived by his wife, Regina; and children, James (Kristi), Joseph (Laura), Margaret Dardinger (Rex), Timothy (Marcy), and Ellen Gaus Day (Mark). He is the grandfather to 14 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Peter Catholic Church, 6899 Smoky Row, on Friday, March 24, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to DeSales High School, Mike Flaherty Scholarship Fund, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43224 or Meals on Wheels, 1699 West Mound St., Columbus, OH 43223. Arrangements by EGAN-RYAN FUNERALHOME NORTHWEST CHAPEL. Visit www.egan-ryan.com to share messages of condolence.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 21 to Mar. 22, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Flaherty

12 Entries

Laurie O'Reilly-Walker

March 25, 2017

I have many fond memories of Mr Flaherty while at St Francis DeSales HS. A wonderful and generous man who impacted many of our lives. Rest in peace.

March 23, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers to family and friends. From all at Smithco Equipment.

Jim Bray

March 22, 2017

A Very personal loss for me and my family. My best friend and colleague for over 50 yrs. Our many gatherings on Strimple, Sweeting, Fenway and DeSantis will be cherished forever.
Mike's Irish wit, hearty laugh and genuine concern for others were his trademarks and will be truly missed.
To his great family, beloved wife Jean, Jim and Joe, Margaret, Tim and Ellen, my sincere sympathy to all your families.
"May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be at your back." Peace my friend.

Jim Bray

March 22, 2017

A very personal loss for me and my family. My best friend for over 50 yrs. our many gatherings on Strimple,Sweeting,Fenway and DeSantis will be cherished forever.
Mike's Irish wit,his hearty laugh and genuine concern for others were his trademarks. To his great family, beloved wife Jean, Jim,Joe,Margaret Tim and Ellen, my sincere sympathy to all.
"May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be at your back."

Jeremy Kalupa

March 22, 2017

One of the best men I've ever had the pleasure to meet. A truly remarkable man.

Susan Delozier

March 22, 2017

I had Mr. Flaherty at St. Matthias and at DeSales.
What a wonderful, kind man he was. I will always remember his laugh. In 7th grade he required us to memorize the US Presidents in order. I can still do it! My heartfelt condolences to the family. I know he is resting in peace.

Susan Tippett Delozier, DeSales '70

Angela Poliseno

March 22, 2017

Mr. Flaherty was one of the best teachers I ever had. I have many fond memories of him from Religion class at DeSales. My condolences to your family.

Christine Murphy Hadden

March 22, 2017

So saddened to see this news, but will ALWAYS remember Mr. Flaherty with a smile. One of the best DeSales ever had and what fun we had in religion class! Thank you for leaving us with such fond memories and may you rest in peace in the company of the angels.

Brother Dominic Carroll

March 22, 2017

Mike was a true and devoted friend. I have known
Mike for over 50 years. I want to express my sincere
Sympathy to his Wife and his entire family.
He will always be in my prayers.
Brother Dominic Carroll, IHM

Melanee Mareno

March 21, 2017

RIH Mr Flaherty. I enjoyed your class at DeSales my Jr year you were a favorite for sure!! My condolences to your family during this time may they find strength in the lord.

Meg Gross

March 21, 2017

I am sure Mr. Flaherty is in heaven having a great time with my parents, Vic and Lucy Gross. We loved you, Mr. Flaherty!
Meg Gross Gentile

Margaret Mosure Butler

March 21, 2017

Mr. Flaherty was a wonderful teacher I have remembered all my life. He had me as a student at St. Matthias in 1962-64. Mr. Flaherty was an excellent history teacher and instilled in me a lifelong love of the subject. Last spring, he made the connection from his friend and neighbor that she knew me. He called me. What a surprise and an honor he remembered me! I organized a lunch with several people and we all got reacquainted with Mike! We had hoped to do it again soon. So very sorry for your tremendous loss. Your husband and father was a very memorable person who touched many, many lives! He will be missed!

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