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William Flaherty Obituary
1948 - 2020
William J. Flaherty, age 71, passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 12, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia; and their three sons, Peter, David, and William. Family has entrusted SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL with final arrangements. To view complete obituary or to share a special memory you have of Bill please visit www.schoedinger.com.
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Sue Benes
July 10, 2024
What a great guy! He lived his kids. And we loved them too
Lee Fisher and Peggy Zone Fisher
January 18, 2021
Our deepest condolences to Cyndi and the entire family. Bill was a wonderful person - kind, talented, and warm. Cyndi, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dagmar
July 28, 2020
e was a good man , a fine friend and I wish I had gotten to know him better in our later years. But I am just grateful to have known him at all.
Blessings to all he loved
Dora Globe
July 19, 2020
BF and I have been friends and co-workers for over 40 years. He was deeply committed to family, friends and civility. When God made BF, he threw away the mold. There is no other who compares with his generosity and good will. Rest in Pease, BF. I love you....dg
Marty sweterlitsch
July 17, 2020
One of the nicest human beings I have known these 40 years. Blessings to Cindy and the family.
Steve Gunn
July 14, 2020
I am surely sad to see my friends passing. I so appreciated his love and kindness to those less fortunate. Thank you Bill for being my friend and giving me such great advise and kindness for the people we served. I will miss our deep talks. Rest Bill. Cynthia, we are thankful that Bill had you! Your care was superb. You will be in our prayers! Steve and Nancy Gunn
Don L Brown
July 14, 2020
Flaherty Family Members: Thank you for sharing Bill with all of us. Bill was an exemplary public servant, a wise counselor, great colleague, and true-blue friend of mine.
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