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Michael Flaherty Obituary
formerly of Lowell, MA; 70
ROCHESTER, NH -- Michael J. Flaherty, Jr. 70, died Thursday, October 22, 2015, at the Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester after a period of failing health.
Michael was born in Lowell, MA on April 9, 1945, the son Michael and Irene (Dodge) Flaherty and had been a resident of Rochester since 1979. Prior to his retirement he worked for the Massachusetts Commuter Rail Road and was a member of the BMW Labor Union and a friend of Bill W. for 42 years.
Surviving members of the family include: his wife, Dianne (Bedard) Flaherty of Rochester, NH, one son, Shawn Flaherty and his girlfriend, Thuy Truong of Manchester, NH, one daughter, Colleen Fleming and her husband Hal Solberg and granddaughter Sommerset Fleming of Panama City, FL, two brothers, Paul Leduc and Norman Leduc, one sister, Pauline Verrier and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
FLAHERTY -- Calling hours will be held at the H. J. Grondin & Son Funeral Home, 177 North Main Street, Rochester, NH on Saturday, 10/31/2015, from 8:30 to 10:30am. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday following the calling hours at 11:00am at St. Mary's Church, 71 Lowell Street, Rochester, NH, followed with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery in Rochester, NH. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, One Bedford Farms Drive, Suite 105, Bedford, NH 03110. To sign the on-line guest book, please visit www.GrondinFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Flaherty
Joe Crawford
October 21, 2019
RIP Mike I worked with Mike for quite a few years what a good guy. I know he is up in heaven with all the other RR guys.
November 3, 2015
We would like to offer our condolence to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,
Bruce&Rebecca Searles
October 30, 2015
our deepest sympathy, mike will be remembered by many and missed much.thank you for all you humble service.
Donna & Dan Donovan
October 30, 2015
Diane, So sorry for you loss, may he rest in peace.
Paul Norrish
October 30, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Denise Bedard
October 30, 2015
May you rest in peace
October 29, 2015
Ahhh yes Mike the Greeter--always welcomed me with same style--put his out to shake my hand uttering Welcome to Alcoholics Anonymouys,didn't matter how many times he did it was Always the sam,e.-----Thanks Mike..
Sam Haddadin
October 29, 2015
Diane, Sean, and family. So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was the nicest guy, I worked with him for years at the St. George church bingo. My thoughts and prayers for all of you during this difficult time. My sincere Condolences. Sam and Susan Haddadin, Dover NH.
Stephen Renaud
October 28, 2015
Aunt Diane, Sean and Coleen. So sorry to hear about Uncle Mike's passing, he will be missed. I was fortunate to have someone like him in my life. My love and prayers to you all,
Steve.
October 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike on the railroad for many years.
With Sympathy, Richard Feole
Bubba Goodwin
October 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss,my name bubba worked with Mike over 30 years, he was a great man have a lots of laughter over the years. RIP Mike
Constance Cather
October 28, 2015
Dianne, Shawn and Coleen, praying for all of you as you grieve the loss of this special man. My sincere condolences.
joseph crawford
October 28, 2015
Sorry for your loss Mrs.Flaherty Mike was a great guy worked with him for over 35 years
October 28, 2015
Shawn, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. May you and your family with the support of friends strengthen and encourage one another in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robin Gagne, MCC
Patti Tortolini
October 28, 2015
Shawn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you cope with the loss of you father.
Marcia Gardner
October 27, 2015
Sorry for your loss Shawn! My thoughts are with you and your family.
Marcia
Charlie Huggins
October 27, 2015
Aunt Dianne, so sorry for the loss of Uncle Mike. He isn't suffering anymore and is back with Nana and Pepere.
All our love,
Charlie, Catrina, Jacob, Alyssa and Liz
Chrissy /Eric
October 27, 2015
Such a great hearted man Mike. We will be forever grateful, for having you in our lives.. Bless this family thru these difficult times.♡
Tammy Scaletti
October 27, 2015
Aunt Diane, Sean and Colleen so sorry about Uncle Michael's passing. He is finally at peace. Will keep you all in my prayers. Love to you all.
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