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Fr. Daniel Flaherty S.J.

1929 - 2019

Fr. Daniel Flaherty S.J. obituary, 1929-2019, Troy, MI

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1929

DIED

2019

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Daniel Flaherty Obituary

Flaherty, S.J., Fr. Daniel L. February 13, 2019. Age 89.A Jesuit for over 70 years. A Chicago native, Fr. Dan served as Provincial of the Chicago Province in the 1970s. A distinguished and gifted writer, he served as Associate Editor of America Magazine in the early 1970s and Director of Loyola University Press in the 1980s. He also served on various Boards of Trustees at Jesuit Institutions throughout his ministry. Fr. Dan continued to write in his retirement years, including writing a new forward to the book, "With God in Russia" - the classic spiritual memoir about Servant of God Walter Ciszek, S.J., whom he came to know when he assisted in writing the first edition of the book in 1964. He also assisted in writing Fr. Ciszek's second book, "He Leadeth Me" in 1973. Visitation is Monday, February 18, 2019, 3:00-8:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at Colombiere. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 10:45 a.m. at Colombiere Center, 9075 Big Lake Rd., Clarkston, MI, with burial to follow. Memorial gifts to support the Jesuits may be made to the USA Midwest Jesuits, 1010 N. Hooker St., Chicago, IL 60642. Visit jesuitsmidwest.org to read full obituary, sign guestbook, or make an online memorial gift. A.J. Desmond and Sons, (248) 362-2500. View obituary and share memories at AJDesmond.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 17, 2019.

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Peter Nobbs

April 27, 2019

Our family knew Fr Dan v well from his N Zealand visitshe was a wonderful learned friend but also v kind and thoughtful to us and our children in turn. He spoke at our wedding and also hosted me at Canisus House in Chicago.

My parents were great longtime friends of his and always enjoyed having him stay.

We will remember him with much affection Peter and Wendy Nobbs

March 3, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this, God gives peace and strength. DM

February 19, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family,may you find comfort in the God of all comfort during this difficult time

Kevin Mistrik

February 19, 2019

My deepest sympathy and love to Fr. Flaherty's family and fellow Jesuits. I had the privilege of working with him on Loyola Academy's Board of Trustees back in the 1990's. He impacted each of us in a positive way and made the Academy a better place. I will always treasure my time with Fr. Flaherty and my visits with him at Colombiere.

My prayers are with Fr. Dan and his family.
Kevin M.

Romans 15:33

February 18, 2019

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

Z L

February 18, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

LF

February 16, 2019

To the family of Daniel Flaherty, so sorry for your loss. May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.

G.

February 16, 2019

Extending My Deepest Sympathy And Heartfelt Condolences. May God give you Courage, Strength, Comfort, and Peace. Psalm 31:3,24. May prescious memories be treasured & bring you a measure of comfort.

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Feb

18

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Colombiere Center

9075 Big Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI

Feb

18

Prayer Service

7:00 p.m.

Colombiere Center

9075 Big Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI

Feb

19

Funeral Mass

10:45 a.m.

Colombiere Center

9075 Big Lake Rd., Clarkston, MI

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2600 Crooks Road, Troy, MI 48084

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