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Martin "Marty" Joseph Flaherty Jr

Chicago, IL

September 22, 1966 - July 9, 2025

Sep 22, 1966 - Jul 9, 2025

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Martin "Marty" Flaherty Jr., born on September 22, 1966, passed away on July 9, 2025. Marty, as he was affectionately known, was a very social and likeable man to those around him.

Marty had enjoyed a career serving in the US Navy. His dedication and service were a source of pride for him and his family.

Marty was predeceased by his parents, Martin Flaherty Sr. and Marian Flaherty, and his siblings, Michael Flaherty and John McCaffrey. Their memories were a source of strength and happiness to Marty throughout his life.

He is survived by his son, Jacob Petersen (Rachel) and grandson, Bennett Petersen. He is also survived by his sister, Laura Flaherty.

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Jacob, our son, has always been one of the greatest treasures of my life. Marty and I went our separate ways before Jac…

Jacob, our son, has always been one of the greatest treasures of my life. Marty and I went our sepa…

Jacob, our son, has always been one of the greatest treasures of…

I met Marty through his mother, who worked with me at Wags Restaurant. She told me he had come in one day, noticed me, …

I met Marty through his mother, who worked with me at Wags Restaurant. She told me he had come in o…

I met Marty through his mother, who worked with me at Wags Resta…

Marty was a free spirit who loved being around people. He had a larger-than-life personality and was often the center o…

Marty was a free spirit who loved being around people. He had a larger-than-life personality and wa…

Marty was a free spirit who loved being around people. He had a …

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