— joe flaherty, a giant in the local literary arts world who founded one of rochester's top academic venues, died sunday. Flaherty created writers & books, a. Webhe will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know him. Posted online on september 10, 2024. Published in rochester democrat and chronicle. (phil) of newtown square, pa and scottsdale, az died peacefully on august 22, 2024 this year. He led a full and distinguished life. Webbrowse rochester area obituaries on legacy. com. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories and thoughts in the guestbook for your.