Elizabeth “Lily” Flaherty

Flaherty, Elizabeth “Lily” of Quincy, originally Ireland, died February 1, 2021.  

Lily moved to the United States when she was 18 and worked as a nanny her whole life. She adored the children she helped take care of and stayed in touch with some of them throughout the years. She loved her family, her faith, and her work. She was a nurturing woman who was very kind to her siblings and nieces and nephews. Lily will be greatly missed by all who knew her. 

Loving daughter of the late Patrick and Kathleen Flaherty. Cherished sister of Marion Flaherty of Quincy, Mae O’Leary of Somerville, Doreen Chase of Quincy, Patricia Flaherty of Quincy, Noel Flaherty of Quincy, Breege Flaherty of Ireland, Rosaleen Flaherty of Ireland, Annie O’Leary of Quincy, Margaret Whelan of Ireland and the late Robert and Patrick Flaherty. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. 

A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, February 16 at 10 AM in St. Joseph’s Church, Quincy. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dochester. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lily may be made to Catholic Charities, 51 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA 02210.