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William Flaherty Obituary
Nixa - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Flaherty, 88, of Nixa on July 10, 2021. Bill was born in Phoenix, AZ on June 29, 1933. After serving in the US Army during the Korean war, he went back to school for a degree in engineering from the Arizona State University.
Bill had a successful career for over 20 years at Ball Aerospace in Boulder, Colorado. He was instrumental in the successful completion and launches of many space programs, including the Hubble Space Telescope.
Bill leaves behind his wife, Barbara; two sons, David and Patrick, and their families, and two stepsons; Dean and Jason, and their families, and a brother; Jack, and his families, and his little princess; his dog, Bailey.
To honor Bill's request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the C.A.R.E. facility.
Cremation Rites have been accorded under the care of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, MO.
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Jon Payne
July 17, 2021
Family and friends
I had the great privilege of working with Bill at Ball Aerospace for several years and on several different projects. Over that time I can truly say that Bill was deeply loved by the small team he had assembled. Bill was a true heart in that he was sincere and passonate about his work but more importantly about his team and people in general. But anyone that really knew him already knows that.
To top all that good inside he was a great clown, both inwardly and outwardly. He had great fun making people laugh and knowing him was an absolute pleasure.
He will be missed.
Heaven Barlowe
July 14, 2021
I have some many great memories of my Opa. He was the best Opa that I could ever possibly ask for and I will forever miss his jokes and his laugh. Thank you for being such a amazing person in my life and always having hope for me. I love you so much and miss you dearly.
Bryan and Lyn
July 14, 2021
God took a good one, we loved Bill and had many good memories being neighbors. When he walked his dog all the neighborhood dog followed, bet it was all the cookie treats he shared. Rest In Peace good friend.
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