Marty, I was so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your sister, Lenore. I have not seen her since your 50th birthday Party. As usual she was so friendly and kind. She was a good and enjoyable story teller. Being one of the oldest kids on the block (probably just a few years older than us, but, when your a kid....) she was so fun to listen to . She knew so much more than we did about the neighborhood. She just beamed, when she told us that  she introduced you to Donna. She will be missed.

To the family of Lenore Flaherty; My deepest sympathies for your loss. I have known Lenore for pretty much her whole career and can honestly say she was truly one of a kind. Always a kind and comical word for everyone she'd see. Know that Lenore and you'se are in my prayers. My condolences Don Richardson

Marty, Lenore was the big sister on Kolin. I saw her not too long ago and she was so sweet and full of life. She is in a couple of the Evoy Slides playing a game of snake with a bunch of us Kolin kids. I am  so sorry for your loss.  Moira (Evoy)Riley

In the Gaelic language she loved so well:
Càite bheil an taigh beag? Fònadh chun a' phoileis! Tha mo bhàta-foluaimein loma-làn easgannan

Marty, Collen and Joanne, I was so sorry to hear of Lenore's premature passing and will miss her and her email jokes, which were plentiful. I'm also sorry that I am unable to attend her service, but know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. I'm also glad that my daughters got to meet Lenore at the past few Reilly reunions. Hang in there. Love, Terry

I worked with Lenore a few years ago.  She was so friendly and always had a smile.  She made me laugh with her stories about "back in the day". She spoke fondly of her family so often. I will keep your family in my prayers. Rest in peace Lenore, it was a pleasure to know you.

Marty,

I'm so sorry about your loss. I'm thinking about you and your family.

Alan Bartelstein

Lenore helped so many people and opened her heart to all.  One of her first partners, Peg Healy Dosch, introduced me to Lenore.  Visiting Lenore’s home to share St. Patrick's Day celebrations was always a special treat.  She loved her family dearly and her pride in their accomplishments was vocal and heartfelt.  She touched so many lives.  Lenore made the world a better place.  She leaves a void in our hearts but the fond memories and remembering her humor and smile will live on forever.

We are so sorry that you have lost Lenore, such a loving sister and aunt.  We met her many years ago when she and my sister Peggy joined the CPD together.  We were lucky to  enjoy her company, her St. Pat's parties, and her great stories.  God rest her soul. 

Maureen and Ted O'Connor

To the Flaherty Family...I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Lenore's death.  I met Lenore in the 9th District in 1980 when we occasionally worked a car together.  She was a pleasure to be around and always had a kind word for all.    She was a fun, generous and wonderful hostess.  She always spoke of her beloved nieces and nephews with great love.  I know she will be watching over them from her place in heaven.   She will be missed by many.

Lenore was my Sgt. in the Court Section, but more importantly, my friend.  When we talked last, she told me she loved me and that she didn't think she said that enough to the people she cared for.  I never had a doubt about how she loved her family and friends.  You could always see it in her smile!  God Bless you all.

Maggie Loeffler (Chicago, IL)

Iam so sorry to hear about Lenore. Please accept my deepest condolences. I worked special employment and part time jobs with Lenore. Lenore was loved by so many and always had a smile for you and a kind word. She will be missed. Fond memories will keep her close always.

Marty and Colleen,

Just waqtched your photos on line and they brought back so many memories of Lenore and other family members that are gone.  Be assured Lenore is in good company.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  Donna  (from Pennyslvania

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your family member.  I saw her twice over the past two months...at a wake for another retired police officer and at 115 Bourbon Street for a fundraiser for a police officer.  She invited me to her house for St. Patrick's Day celebrations and was one of my sergeants in the 005th District.  It was nice to see her friendly face as a court sergeant instead of the usual grumpy old men.  I am very sad that the world has lost such a great person.  She sat at my table at Bourbon Street for a couple of hours.  We had a lot of laughs sharing CPD stories.  God bless you Lenore!

I knew Lenore from Area One Detective Division, CPD. She was always a pleasant person. She will be missed.
So sorry for your loss, God Bless.
Tom Farrell (CPD Detective/ Retired 1999)

A long time ago, 1987 or 1988, I worked CTA special employment with Lenore.  I was a rookie and didn't know Lenore at all.  She was so sweet and kind and impressed me with all she knew about so many police-y topics.  The following week, even though we just had that one night of working together, she got me a part-time gig with a security job she also worked.  Whenever I bumped into her through the years, I would thank her over and over for her kindness.  Not too long ago, I saw her at Billy Goats and it had been some time since our last meeting.  She still knew who I was and once again I thanked her for being the sweetest individual on the planet.  We embraced and shared a few tears and she told me she was retiring.  I was happy for her and she was happy too. Today, I saw her name in the obits and couldn't keep the tears from flowing.  You see, since she touched my live 20+ years ago, when the going gets tough at work, I think about Lenore and I am inspired again.  I never shared that thought with her.

To the Flaherty family...

I am so so sorry of hearing of Lenore's passing...

We lost touch when I retired in 2001...but I will always remember Lenore for the kind and good person she was ...

Tom Kaczka (CPD/Lieut Ret..unit 165)

Marty and Colleen,
I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Lenore's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. It's been a long time since Kolin Avenue, but they were sure some fun times to remember. Know that she loved you dearly and will always be with you and watching over you.
May God Bless you and Lenore and hold you in the palm of His hand.

Aunt Da'Nore and Nory will be missed greatly by the Stalla family. She was such a kind, generous, and gregarious soul, and best of all she was a true and loyal friend to my mom and all of our extended family.  We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.  Bridget (Dosch), Jason, Rita Rose, and Mary Evelyn Stalla

Marty and Colleen so sorry to hear about your sister.  I had not seen her in years but enjoyed having breakfast with her last summer. Glad that happened.  So sad.

OBITUARY

Lenore Flaherty

January 21, 1948 – May 2, 2011

Blake-Lamb Funeral Home

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