George Frederick Flaherty, Sr.

1947 - 2025

George Frederick Flaherty, Sr.

1947 - 2025

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Dec

29

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4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Colonial Funeral Home

270 W. Main St. , Waterbury, CT 06702

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Dec

30

Memorial service

10:00 a.m.

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

74 W Main St. , Waterbury, CT 06702

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George Flaherty, Sr. Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 21, 2025.
George Frederick Flaherty, Sr died following a battle with cancer. He lives behind his wife, Kathy (Lavigne), 5 children (Patti, George, Jr. Coleen, Kelly, Shannon), and 9 grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Waterbury. Calling hours will be held Monday, December 29th, 2025 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Colonial Funeral Home, 270 W. Main St. Waterbury. You can can leave condolences on Legacy.com.

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Meg posted to the memorial.

December 19, 2025

George and Kathy Officer posted to the memorial.

December 18, 2025

Donna Hunt posted to the memorial.

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Meg

Yesterday

Our deepest sympathies Kathy and family.
Dennis and Meg Lavigne

George and Kathy Officer

December 19, 2025

To Kathy and the Flaherty family
Our sincere condolences for the passing of George May he Rest in Peace and May he Share in Eternal Life with the Lord. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

Donna Hunt

December 18, 2025

Kathy and family. I was saddened to hear of George“s passing. I hope your wonderful memories of him will help you through this difficult time.

Amber Dunphy and Sabina Franco

December 18, 2025

Patty, George, and family,

Our deepest condolences for your loss. May perpetual light shine upon him.

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Upcoming Events

Dec

29

Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Colonial Funeral Home

270 W. Main St. , Waterbury, CT 06702

Send Flowers

Dec

30

Memorial service

10:00 a.m.

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

74 W Main St. , Waterbury, CT 06702

Send Flowers