Matthew J. Flaherty

Born on July 9, 1956, in Fall River, MA, he was the son of Virginia (Sullivan) Flaherty and the late John J. Flaherty.

In 1978, he graduated from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. After his graduation he joined the Merchant Marines later going on to serve on active duty in the Naval Reserves in Italy. In recent years, he was a chief engineer with the Steamship Authority. He was also a member of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association.

Matthew enjoyed reading, especially history and non-fictional military books. He was very creative and artistic and often did illustrations for t-shirt printing. Matthew loved boating and spending time on the water. More than anything, he cherished the time that he shared with his family and friends.

In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his two brothers, John and Michael Flaherty.

Matthew leaves behind his two loving children, Sarah Flaherty of Yarmouth, Matthew Flaherty of Boston; his mother, Virginia Flaherty of Hyannis; and his brother, Peter Flaherty of Hyannis.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 347 South Street in Hyannis. Burial will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery on Pine Street in Centerville.

Donations in Matthew’s memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 100 North Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.