Robert Joseph “Bob” Flaherty, 85, of Peoria, Illinois, formerly of Le Mars, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at Proctor Endowment Home in Peoria. A Graveside Service will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2013 at Calvary Cemetery in Le Mars. Military Honors will be conducted by Wasmer Post #241 of the American Legion. The Mauer – Johnson Funeral Home in Le Mars is assisting Bob’s family with funeral arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be directed through www.mauerjohnsonfh.com