Ahern Obituaries -2004

Virginia I. (Ahern) Cline Virginia I. Cline,94, of Connellsville, Pa. died Tuesday January 6, 2004 in Highlands Hospital, Connellsville. She was born July 20, 1909 in Chicago, Ill. a daughter of the late James D. and Catherine Egan Ahern. Mrs. Cline received her associate degree from Fairmont State College where she was a member of the Gamma Chi Chi Sorority and received her bachelors degree from West Virginia University where she was a member of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority. She was a former physical education teacher at Geibel High School, Connellsville, Pa., where she taught for 13 years and she previously taught in the Fairmont School system. She also taught at the former Mt. Macrina School in Uniontown. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church Connellsville and its Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the Catholic BPW and its bowling league. Mrs. Cline was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by six children, James A. Cline and his wife Cheryl of Donegal, Pa. Kay Frances Caringola and her husband Gene of Connellsville, Pa., Eileen Ryan and her husband James of St. Mary's, Pa., Gene L. Cline and his wife Karen of Hunker, Pa., William T. Cline and his wife Sandy of Somerset, Pa. and Mary V. Herring and her husband Brian of Farmington, Pa.; daughter-in-law, Ellen Cline of Indian Head, Md.; 13 grandchildren, Douglas, Kenneth and Scott Cline, Lynn and Jacque Caringola, Colleen, Maureen and Michael Ryan, Kaitlyn, Steven and Seth Cline and Craig and Kelsie Herring; three great grandchildren, Christine, Deborah and Isabel Cline and two step great grandchildren, Amanda and Rebecca Colburn. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Charles C. Cline in 1977; and infant son, Charles Cline 1947; three brothers, John, James and William Ahern and four sisters, Eileen Ahern, Frances Larrabee, Kathryn Linmerick, Lucille Henderson and Geraldine McAteer. Friends will be received from 2-9 P.M. Saturday and Sunday in the Brooks Funeral Home, Inc., 111 E. Green St., Connellsville, Pa. where a Blessing Service will be held Monday at 9:30 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 A.M. in the Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, Connellsville with Rev. Terry Hercik as celebrant. Interment will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Fairmont, W.Va. A Parish Wake Service will be held at 8:45 P.M. Sunday in the Funeral Home. The Catholic Daughters of America will conduct a Memorial Service at 3:00 P.M. Sunday in the funeral home. www.brooksfuneralhomes.com — Funeral Home -6 January 2004

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Hanora (Ahern) Whelton WHELTON (Harbour View, Kilbrittain): On January 7, 2004, suddenly, at her residence, HANORA (NOREEN) (nee Ahern), beloved wife of the late Denis and fond mother of Mairead, Michal, Sheila and the late Diarmuid. Deeply mourned by her family, sister Maud, daughter-in-law Catherine, sons-in-law Donal and Pat, grandchildren Laura, Fiona, Gary, Denis and Gerard, nephews, niece, kind neighbours andt friends. RIP. Lying in repose at Gabriel and O'Donovan's Funeral Home, Bandon. Removal on this (Thursday) evening at 7pm to St Patrick's Church, Kilbrittain. Requiem Mass on tomorrow (Friday) at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to the adjoining cemetery. — The Irish Examiner 7 January 2004

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Mary Elizabeth [Williams] (Hoskins) Ahearn Jan. 15, 1914—Jan. 4, 2004 Mary Elizabeth (Williams) Ahearn, 89, of Bremerton died Sunday in Bremerton. She was born in St. Paul, Minn., to Charles and Ella (Hoffman) Hoskins. She graduated from high school in White Bear, Minn., in 1932 and from the University of Minnesota in 1940. On Dec. 23, 1944, she married George Williams. He preceded her in death in 1950. On Feb. 13, 1968, she married Clement Ahearn. He preceded her in death in 1968. [sic] Mrs. Ahearn worked at Ancker Hospital in St. Paul, then moved to Bremerton where she worked at both Harrison Hospital and The Doctors Clinic. She went on to work in civil service as an audiologist for 15 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Federated Order of Eagles and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Women's Auxiliary. She enjoyed taking cruises worldwide, family camping trips, needlepoint and playing bridge. Survivors include three sons, James Williams and his wife, Marilyn, of Port Orchard, George Williams and his wife, Sue, of Phoenix and Robert Williams and his wife, Barbara Snow Mickelson, of Seattle; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Her brother, James, and her sister, Eleanor, preceded her in death. A service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Lewis Funeral Chapel in Bremerton. — Bremerton Sun 8 January 2004

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Margaret "Peg" (Ahern) Kelly Kelly (Cork) On January 8, 2004, unexpectedly, MARGARET (nee Peg Ahern), beloved wife of the late RICHARD KELLY, Chapel Street, Cork and sister of the late Daniel. Deeply regretted by her loving brothers, Pat and John, sisters Mona, Ellen, Mary, and Ann, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. Rosary on this (Friday) evening at Marymount Hospice at 6.45pm. Removal on tomorrow (Saturday) at 5pm from Terence O'Connor Funeral Home, Shandon Street to North Cathedral. Requiem Mass on Monday at 10am. Funeral afterwards to St Catherine's Cemetery. — Evening Echo 9 January 2004

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Betty Jean (Roland) O'Hearn WARNER ROBINS—Mrs. Betty Jean Roland O'Hearn passed away on Friday, January 9, 2004 at home. Services will be held on Sunday, January 11 at 1:30 P.M. in the Chapel of McCullough Funeral Home with Entombment will follow in Magnolia Park Mausoleum. Mrs. O'Hearn was born in Cuthbert, Georgia. A graduate of Vashti College in Thomasville, Georgia, she had been self-employed and was an owner of O'Hearn Heating and Air. Her parents, Glen and Minnie May Roland, preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Weldon Hugh Don O'Hearn I, Warner Robins; and children, Donna Goodman (Chris), Roberta; Richard Allen O'Hearn (Vicki), NC; Tracy Elaine O'Hearn, Warner Robins; Weldon Hugh Don O'Hearn II (Bridget), Warner Robins; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at McCullough Funeral Home. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign Online Registry for the family. McCullough Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. — The Macon Telegraph 10 January 2004

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Nellie (Aherne) Ryan RYAN (nee Aherne) (Limerick): On January 11, 2004, at Corbally House Nursing Home, NELLIE, 129 Sycamore Avenue, Rathbane, beloved wife of John and dear mother of Marie (Foley), Michael, Geraldine (Clohessy) and John. Deeply regretted by her brother Denis, sisters Phil and Teresa, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. RIP. Removal from Griffin's Funeral Home to Our Lady Queen of Peace Church this (Monday) evening at 8pm. Funeral tomorrow (Tuesday), after 12 noon Mass, to Castlemungret Cemetery. Family flowers only. — The Irish Examiner 12 January 2004

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Richard E. Ahearn Mr. Ahearn, 75, of Middletown died Dec. 23 at home. He was born in Norwich, Conn. and lived in New York City before moving to Middletown in 1973. Mr. Ahearn was a systems analyst for Paine Weber, N.Y., where he worked for 29 years, retiring in 1985. He was a corporal in the U.S. Army, serving in Korea, and received the Purple Heart Medal. Mr. Ahearn was a communicant of St. Catherine’s Church, Middletown. He was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence Ahearn and Elizabeth McVeigh; and two brothers, Lawrence and Raymond Ahearn. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mary McCarthy Ahearn; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Michael Noone, Hazlet; three sons, Richard and Laurie Nepp, Indianapolis, Ind.; Kyung and James Nepp, Vernon; and Mary and John Nepp, Holmes, N.Y.; two brothers, John Ahearn, Westwood and Emmett Ahearn, Mystic, Conn.; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services were held at the John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, Inc., Middletown. A funeral liturgy was held at St. Catherine’s Church, Middletown. Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, Eastern Division, 801 Broad St., Shrewsbury, N.J. 07702. — Holmdel Independent 14 January 2004

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Gertrude M. (Ahern) O'Callaghan PEABODY—Gertrude M. (Ahern) O'Callaghan, RN, 72, of Peabody, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2004, at home after a lengthy illness. She was the wife of John O'Callaghan, with whom she shared 51 years of marriage. Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Downing) Ahern. She lived in Peabody for the past 48 years. Mrs. O'Callaghan was a graduate of St. Mary's Girls High School in 1948 and Lynn Hospital School of Nursing in 1951. She was a night supervisor at Union Hospital and, prior to her retirement, she was a public health nurse in Peabody. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, John of Ayer, James of Newport News, Va., and Daniel of Pepperell; one daughter, Ellen O'Callaghan of Peabody; one sister, Barbara Kachalkin of Dublin, Calif.; four grandchildren, Ryan, Brittany and Alyssa O'Callaghan of Pepperell and Eric O'Callaghan of Newport News, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. O'CALLAGHAN—Of Peabody, Jan. 16, Gertrude M. (Ahern) O'Callaghan, RN, of Sunset Drive, Peabody. Wife of John S. O'Callaghan. Mother of John J. and his wife, Mary, of Ayer, James D. of Newport News, Va., Daniel F. and his wife, Nesha, of Pepperell and Ellen O'Callaghan of Peabody. Sister of Barbara Kachalkin of Dublin. Beloved grandmother of Ryan, Brittany, and Alyssa and Eric. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Nadworny Funeral Home, 798 Western Ave., Lynn, on Tuesday at 8 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Ann's Church, Peabody, at 9 a.m. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Lynn. Visiting hours Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Those who wish may make donations to Hospice of the North Shore, Inc., 10 Elm St., Danvers, MA 01923 or VNA Inc., 5 Federal St., Danvers, MA 01923. — The Salem News 17 January 2004

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Evelyn (Ahern) Kollar Evelyn Ahern Kollar, 87, of Binghamton, passed away Sunday evening, January 18, 2004, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Mama's in Heaven Today! She was predeceased by her husband, Rudolph Kollar; and a son-in-law, Richard Felice. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Basil "Bart" McTague, Joan Felice, all of Binghamton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and June LaFayette, Endwell, Gerald and Darlene Kollar, Chenango Bridge; her grandchildren, Jim, Kathy, Bobby, Julie, Shelly, Denise, Rob, Trisha, Joe, Karen, Kristen, Kathie; 9 great-grandchildren, Lilli, Isabella, Geneva, Jared, Jessie, Addie, Joshua, Katie, Chrissy; sister-in-law, Dorothy Ahern; two pets, always by her side, "Nikki and Abbie"; several nieces and nephews. She was a member of SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, Binghamton and the Altar-Rosary Society. Evelyn was a retired 27 year employee of Link Aviation. She enjoyed gardening and God's small animals. The family wishes to thank Binghamton Fire Dept. Engine 6 and Medic 6 for their assistance many times. Funeral services will be held at the J. A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton Thursday at 9 a.m. and at 9:30 a.m. at SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Slovak Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the McCormack Funeral Home Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Evelyn may be made to Project Paw, 127 Bevier St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13904, or any organization supporting animals. — Press & Sun-Bulletin 20 January 2004

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Gertrude (Holland) Ahearn MIAMI BEACH, Fla.—Gertrude (Holland) Ahearn, 82, a longtime resident of Florida, formerly of Beverly, Mass. and a summer resident of Maine, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004 in Miami Beach following a brief hospital stay. She was the wife of the late James Ahearn, with whom she shared 51 years of marriage. Born May 5, 1921 in Boston, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Brennan) Holland. She graduated from the Jeremiah Burke High School in Boston and was employed by General Electric Co. in Lynn, Mass., Beacon Way Fabrics, the Jefferson Credit Union, and the office of the Dade County school system. Mrs. Ahearn was active in the Irish community of Miami, St. Patrick Parish and the Miami Beach Women's Club. She was the founder and president of the Beverly Emblem Club, the Women's Auxiliary of the Elk's Club. She is survived by two sisters, Anne Bresnahan of Swampscott, Mass. and Mary Jane Holland of Miami Beach; and many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces. She was the sister of the late Claire Holland Zubiel Ward and Helen Holland Doyle. AHERN—Of Miami Beach, Fla., formerly of Beverly, Gertrude (Holland) Ahearn, 82, wife of the late James Ahearn. Memorial Mass at St. Patrick's Church in Miami Beach Saturday, Jan. 31, 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to Camillus House, P.O. Box 011829, Miami < 33101 or St. Patrick's Elementary School Library, 3700 Garden Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140. A memorial Mass will be celebrated in Beverly at a later date. — The Salem News 26 January 2004

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Mildred V. (Donoghue) Ahern Worcester—Midlred V. (Donoghue) Ahern 90, formerly of Mill Pond Rd. died Tuesday, Jan. 27, in Knollwood Nursing Home. Her husband John E. Ahern died in 1980. She leaves a son, John and his wife, Barbara Ahern of Paxton; a grandson, Ryan Ahern of Paxton; a sister, Agnes O’Keefe of Attleboro; and nieces and nephews. A sister, Catherine Fleming and two brothers, Frederick and Francis Donoghue, predeceased her. She was born in Worcester, daughter of Michael and Mary (Murphy) Ahern and graduated from Ascension High School and Worcester School of Business. Mrs. Ahern worked for many years for the Commonwealth Gas Company, before retiring in 1974. She was a member of Christ the King Church. A Funeral will be held Saturday, Jan 31. From FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 9 Hammond St. with a Mass at 10:30 a.m. in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant St. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Calling Hours are Saturday, Jan. 31. From 8 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Church, Activity Fund, 929 Main St. Worcester 01610. (faybrothers.com) — Funeral Home 27 January 2004

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Alice Marie (Ahern) Fessler EVANSTON -Funeral Mass for Alice Marie (Ahern) Fessler, 80, will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Evanston. Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28 at Crandall Funeral Home in Evanston; followed by visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. An Irish wake and celebration of life is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Beamin-Cashin Building in downtown Evanston. She died Jan. 25, 2004 at her home. Born Oct. 5, 1923, in the family home in Evanston, she was the daughter of Timothy and Marie (McAbe) Ahern; was raised and educated in Evanston; and lived most of her life in the house in which she was born. On June 20, 1942, she married J. Richard Fessler. She raised five children and helped with numerous grandchildren while working full-time at various jobs, including ranch hand on the Fessler Ranch in Almy; nurses' aide at Memorial Hospital of Uinta County; clerk at Blyth and Fargo; secretary for the Uinta County Treasurer's office, and in the Uinta County court. A member of the Catholic Church, she enjoyed being with her family; St. Patrick's Day; the Oregon coast, where she lived for five years; playing slot machines; the annual chili cook-off; Hamblin Park; and being a full-blooded Irishwoman. Survivors include her son, Don Fessler, and his wife of Cody; four daughters and their husbands, Tammy Van Syoc of Reedsport, Ore., and Carol Bentley, Irene Hansen and Angie Dawson, all of Evanston; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; a brother, Frank Ahern; a sister, Florence Ahern; an aunt; a son; and a granddaughter. Memorials may be made to a hospice program of the donor's choice. — Casper Star Tribune 27 January 2004

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Ann Ahern AHERN—Ann. On January 27, 2004, of Forest Hills, N.Y. Daughter of the late Maurice and Edna Ahern. Sister of the late Charles. Also survived by her niece Michelle, sister-inlaw Jeanne and cousins William, John and Joseph O'Conor. Funeral Mass at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, Forest Hills, 9:30AM Saturday. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. — New York Times 30 January 2004

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Katherine (Moline) Ahern Died February 1, 2004 at Marian Center, St. Paul. Preceded in death by husband, E.C. (El) Ahern; sister, Connie Newman; sons-in-law, David Simonette and Jack Giles. Survived by daughters, Ellen Simonette Giles, Kathleen (Gene) Hiber; son, John (Janet) Ahern; 11 grandchildren and step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and step-great-grandchildren. Kay was born July 29, 1912 to Frank & Julia (Egan) Moline. She was a long-time resident of Dayton's Bluff and a graduate of St. John's, St. Joseph's Academy and The College of St. Catherine. After graduating, she taught Home Economics in Perham, MN for a year and returned to St. Paul for a career at NSP, going into homes to teach women how to use their new electric stoves. After he marriage in 1938, she stayed home to rear her three children. Later, she returned to teaching in the elementary grades. She was active in the Alumnae Association at St. Catherine's, serving as president in 1941-1942. She and her classmates recently celebrated their seventieth reunion. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Marian Center. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, 11AM at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 977 East 5th St., St. Paul. Visitation 10-11AM Wed. at Church. Interment Calvary Cemetery. — Funeral Home, 1 February 2004

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Noreen (Ahern) Murphy Murphy (Ballinlough): On February 5, 2004, peacefully in the tender care of the nurses and staff of St. Clare's Ward, St. Finbarr's Hospital, NOREEN (nee Ahern), dearly beloved wife of the late Michael and loving mother of Micheal and Bertie. Sadly missed by her loving sons, sister Kathleen, brother Michael, daughters-in-law Mary and Geraldine, grandchildren Deirdre, Eimear, Colm, Stephen and Paul, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Lying in repose at the Templehill Funeral Home, Boreenmanna Road of Jerh O'Connor Ltd. Removal on this (Friday) evening at 8pm to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ballinlough. Requiem Mass at 10am tomorrow (Saturday). Funeral afterwards to St. Finbarr's Cemetery. May she rest in peace — Evening Echo 6 February 2004

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Eileen (Ahern) Kearns Kearns (nee Ahern): On February 6, 2004, peacefully at the Bon Secours Hospital EILEEN, Upper Doyle Road and formerly of the English Market, beloved wife of the late Patrick and dear mother of Deirdre and grandmother of Niamh. Deeply mourned by her loving daughter, granddaughter, brother Andy, sister Siobhan, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in peace. Reposing at Sullivans Funeral Home Turners Cross. Rosary on this (Friday) evening at 8pm. Removal on tomorrow (Saturday) at 7pm to Christ King Church. Requiem Mass on Monday at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St. Michael's Cemetery Blackrock. — Evening Echo 6 February 2004

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Midge Ahern Midge Ahern, 97, of Olathe, CO, died Jan 30, 2004. Service Saturday Feb. 7, 10 a.m. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1530 Logan St., Denver. Rosary preceding service at 9:30 a.m. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Catholic Outreach, 230 N. Third, Grand Junction CO 81501. Martin Mortuary, 550 North Ave., Grand Junction CO. 81501 — Rocky Mountain News 7 February 2004

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John C. Ahearn BOCA RATON, Fla.—John C. Ahearn, 79, of Boca Raton and Manchester, N.H., died Feb. 4, 2004, in Florida his home. He was born Oct. 12, 1924, in Manchester, N.H., the son of Jeremiah and Blanche Ahearn. He was a World War II veteran. Mr. Ahearn had a long and successful career with Edgecombe Steel of Nashua, N.H. He met and married Frances LaBonte of Manchester in 1969. He subsequently left Edgecombe Steel to form a partnership with the J. I. McWilliams Co. that continued until his death. He and his family relocated to Boca Raton in 1970. Mr. Ahearn had been working in the field of music visualization for mind enhancement, rehabilitation and therapy for the aging. Family members include his wife; two sons, Michael Ahearn of Orlando and John Ahearn Jr. of Miami; three daughters, Karen Wilson of Boca Raton, Lesley Thiele of Fort Lauderdale and Lisa Ahearn of Sunrise; a stepdaughter, Martha Neumann of San Diego, Calif.; four grandchildren; and nieces and nephews, relatives, friends. IN HIS LIFE: His grandchildren are James Maddox, Jeffrey and Kevin Thiele and Raul Huizen. He also leaves a daughter-in-law, Haydee Ahearn; three sons-in-law, Thomas Wilson, Bruce Thiele and Charlie Neumann and his special friend and business partner, Jim McWilliams of Newton, Mass. SERVICES: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice By The Sea, Boca Raton, 1531 N. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33486. — Manchester Union-Leader 8 February 2004

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Helen (O'Hearn) Juergens WATERLOO—Helen Juergens, 98, of Ravenwood Nursing and Rehab Center, died Thursday, Feb. 5, at the center of natural causes. She was born April 6, 1905, in Waterloo, daughter of James J. and Agnes Mulhall O'Hearn. She married Leo H. Juergens June 12, 1928, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Waterloo. he died in May 1947. Helen attended Our Lady of Victory Academy in Waterloo and graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Dubuque. Survived by: a son, James R. Juergens of Waterloo; two daughters, Anne (George) Webber and Rita (Pat) Kramer, both of Waterloo; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: an infant brother, Eldon. Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, with burial in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service on South Street, where there will be a 4 p.m. rosary and a 7 p.m. vigil. Memorials: may be directed to the church. — Waterloo/Cedar Falls Courier 8 February 2004

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Dorothy F. (Marginot) Ahern Of West Roxbury, formerly of Naples, FL and Falmouth, February 5, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Edmund F. Loving mother of Jack of Needham, Margaret F. Siegfried of Milton and Dennis, Dorothy F. Pender of West Roxbury and Falmouth, Edmund F. Jr. of West Roxbury, Kathleen F. Ahern-Wolseley of Hatchvllle, and the late Michael F. Ahern. Beloved grandmother of 10 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Loving sister of Phyllis Reimink, Patricia Busie, Jean Marie Foster, Charles F. Marginot, and the late Margaret Mutrie, Mildred Grady, Constance Avalle-Arce, William H. and Robert E. Marginot. Funeral from the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY on Tuesday February 10, at 9:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Theresa's Church at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 PM. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. www.lawlerfuneralhome.com Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home 617-323-5600 — The Boston Globe 9 February 2004

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Rita Margaret (Haley) Ahern Rita Margaret (Haley) Ahern, age 81 of Wilmington, DE passed away with her family around her on Sunday, February 8, 2004. Rita was the wife of the late Andrew G. Ahern, Jr. of Wilmington, DE who died in 1995. Rita was born on April 29, 1922 in Seattle, Washington. She graduated from P.S. Dupont High School in 1940 and worked as a secretary for the Dupont Company until her marriage. She was a volunteer at the USO during WWII where she met Lieutenant Andrew G. Ahern, Jr. They were married on July 14, 1945 in the Chapel at Walter Reed Hospital in VA. She worked for many years as a teacher's aide at Beechwood School for Exceptional Children. She was a volunteer for the Social Ministry at St. Helena's Church and an active parishioner for many years. Rita will be missed by her 6 children, Thomas J. Ahern, Andrew G. Ahern III, Mary F. Molen, James J. Ahern, Sheila A. Klink and Alicia M. Ahern; her 9 grandchildren, Ariel, Brian, Kerry, Tara, Cody, Tanner, Abigail, Maggie, Brent; and her 4 great grandchildren, Samantha, Dillon, Ryan and Emily. She is also survived by her brothers, James and Gerald Haley; and sister, Margaret Jacobsen. Her sister Francis Mundy and brother Thomas Haley and parents Margaret Sullivan Haley and Thomas J. Haley preceded her in death. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday morning, February 11 at 10 am at St. Helena's Church, Philadelphia Pike, in Wilmington. Burial will be at the Cathedral Cemetery on Lancaster Avenue in Wilmington. Arrangements by CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES www.chandlerfuneralhome.com 302-478-7100 — Delaware News Journal 11 February 2004

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Patricia G. (Ahearn) Lucas Patricia G. (Ahearn) Lucas of 7 Archer Place, Harrison, NY, died Monday at Westchester Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was 67. Born December 29, 1936, in Port Chester, NY, she was the daughter of Mae V. Ahearn and James J. Ahearn, who predeceased her. She was the mother of Keri Lucas Glick of Darien, CT; Karli Lucas Gray of Bethel, CT and Keith R. Lucas of Naples, FL. Mrs. Lucas, a 1955 graduate of Port Chester High School, was an executive secretary at Transamerica Business Capital Corp. in Rye, NY. She was active in the Rye community, where she raised her children, working for the United Way's fundraising campaign and as a volunteer in the Rye public schools. She is survived by two sisters: Veronica (Joy) Dukes of Tappan, NY and Dorothy Lantrip of Orlando, FL; and a brother, William E. Ahearn of New York City. Another sister, Margaret Miraglia, and brother, James J. Ahearn Jr., predeceased her. She also is survived by nine grandchildren: Andrew and Hank Glick; Chandler, Chase and Anabelle Gray, Jordan Lucas, Meghan, Alysa and Nicholas Savoie, and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Craft Memorial Home, 40 Leicester St., Port Chester. Funeral Mass at 10 am Friday, Our Lady of Mercy Church, 260 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Greenwich, CT. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation (1-800-342-2383). — The Journal News 12 February 2004

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Edmund V. Ahearn, Jr. In FL of So. Boston, February 10th. Beloved husband of Kathleen T. Ahearn. Loving son of Edmund V. Sr. and Margaret F. (McCarthy) Ahearn of Randolph. Loving father of Deborah Johnson of FL, Tina Errico of Lowell, Susan Splaine of Dracut, Anthony Errico of Everett, Kimberly Bent of North Brookfield MA. Brother of Robert F. Ahearn of So. Boston, Joseph L. of Dorchester, Paul D. of Boston, and Mary Judith Ahearn of Randolph. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral from the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St. SO. BOSTON, Saturday at 9:00 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Brigid's Church at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-9 PM. Late Veteran U.S.M.C, Korean War. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St, Framingham MA. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. — The Boston Globe 13 February 2004

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Mirilda M. O'Hearn Patnode Plattsburgh—Mirilda M. O'Hearn Patnode, 71, of Underwood Avenue, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at the CVPH Medical Center. She was born in Mooers Forks on Feb. 28, 1932, the daughter of Louis and Cylinda Gadway. Mrs. Patnode worked at Georgia Pacific Paper Mill for 32 years, retiring in 1993. She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Church in Plattsburgh. Mirilda was an avid bingo player. Survivors include her husband, Ellis Patnode of Plattsburgh; two daughters and one son-in-law, Mrs. Bruce (Pamela) Champagne of Plattsburgh and Colleen O’Hearn of Plattsburgh; one stepbrother, Kenneth Gadway of Schuyler Falls; and one granddaughter, Kelly Champagne of Plattsburgh; one stepson, Thomas Patnode of Cape Cod, Mass.; two stepdaughters, Andrea LeClaire of Malone and Amy Covey of Boston, Mass. One sister, Gloria Vester, died earlier. There will be no public calling hours. A funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Entombment will be in Whispering Maples Memorial Gardens on the Tom Miller Road in Plattsburgh. The R.W. Walker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to the Our Lady of Victory Church Memorial Fund. — Plattsburgh Press Republican 14 February 2004

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Zoa F. (Pratt) O'Hearn O'HEARN, Zoa F. (Pratt)—Of No. Quincy, February 13, 2004. Beloved wife of the late Ambrose O'Hearn. Loving sister of the late Mary C. Dwyer, James W., Alfred W., and John T. Pratt. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and many close friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral from the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., Wollaston Wednesday at 8 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, N. Quincy at 9 AM. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Burial in Blue Hills Cemetery, Braintree. Donations in memory of Mrs. O'Hearn may be made to Sacred Heart School, 20 Glover Ave., North Quincy, MA 02171. For directions www.keohane.com — The Boston Globe 16 February 2004

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Marion E. (Fay) Ahern Of West Roxbury, Feb. 16. Beloved wife of the late Capt. William R. Ahern (B.P.D.) ret., mother of Joan E. and her husband Ronald A. Howard of Sparks, NV and Marion L. and her husband Robert A. Ritcey Sr. of Foxborough. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY Friday, Feb. 20 at 10 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa's Chapel at 11 o'clock. Visiting hours Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Breast Cancer Society. William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600 — The Boston Globe 18 February 2004

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Mary (Ahern) Pohl NUEVO—Mary Pohl, 81, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2004, at her home. Born Oct. 23, 1922, in Rochester, N.Y., she lived in Nuevo for five years. She lived in Sun City for 25 years previously. She was a telephone operator for Menifee Valley Medical Center for eight years. She was an operator for General Telephone Co. for 20 years. Mrs. Pohl was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Pohl, on Nov. 17, 1982; and parents Fred and Grace Eileen McCabe Ahern. She is survived by sons Patrick Pohl of Dublin and Michael Pohl of Nuevo; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Private burial at Riverside National Cemetery is planned. Miller-Jones Mortuary in Perris is handling arrangements. — North County Times 18 February 2004

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Marion E. (Fay) Ahern Marion E. (Fay) Ahern, 89. died Monday at her home in West Roxbury. She was the wife of the late William R. Ahern. Born in Somerville, she is survived by two daughters, Marion L. Ritcey of Foxboro and Joan E. Howard of Sparks, Nev.; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours were scheduled for today (Feb. 19) from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at he William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St. in West Roxbury. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Theresa's Church, West Roxbury, followed by burial at St. Joseph's Cemetery. — The Foxboro Reporter 19 February 2004

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Janice (Stone) Ahearn PAXTON—Janice (Stone) Ahearn, 75, died Saturday, February 14, 2004, in her home, after a battle with cancer. She leaves her husband of 56 years, George F. Ahearn Sr.; seven children, Paula A. Schur, Mark G. Ahearn and Michael J. Ahearn, all of Paxton, Holly J. Enman of Auburn, Timothy J. Ahearn of North Brookfield, Mary J. Woodis of Spencer and George F. Ahearn Jr. of Oakham; 22 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Jean Ford of Sarasota, Fla.; a brother, John Stone of Venice, Fla.; many nieces and nephews. She was born and raised in Worcester, the daughter of Fillmore A. and Mary (Statz) Stone, and lived 57 years in Paxton. Mrs. Ahearn graduated from South High School in Worcester. She and her husband owned and operated Juniper Mist Dairy Farm in Paxton, retiring in 1986. She was a member of St. Columba Church in Paxton, its Women's Guild and taught Confraternity of Christian Doctrine classes for many years. She served on the board of the Paxton Council on Aging, was a member of the Friends of the Richard's Memorial Library and the Red Hat Society, all of Paxton. She was an avid reader and an expert quilter, receiving many awards for her quilts. The funeral Mass was held February 17, in St. Columba Church, Paxton. Memorial donations may be made the Friends of the Richard's Memorial Library, 44 Richards Ave., Paxton, MA 01612. Miles Funeral Home (www.milesfuneralhome.com), 1158 Main St., Holden, directed arrangements. [see also: James J. Ahearn.] — The Landmark 19 February 2004

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Lois E. (Cleaves) Ahern MIDDLETON—Lois E. (Cleaves) Ahern, 88, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at Beverly Hospital. She was the wife of the late William Ahearn with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Born in Salem, she was the daughter of the late John and Daisy (Ambrose) Cleaves. She was raised and educated in Beverly, where she lived most of her life. She resided with her daughter and son-in-law in Middleton for the past seven years. She was an avid lottery player. She was very generous to many people she had met in her life. She enjoyed sharing her time and possessions with the people that touched her life. She was very dedicated to her family. She was very proud of all of their accomplishments. The family dogs, Daisy and K.C., were her best friends. She is survived by one daughter, Sharon Francis, and her husband, Peter, of Middleton; one granddaughter, Kim Francis of Middleton; and three sisters, Alice Dempsey of Beverly, Mary Cleaves of Danvers and Rhoda Davis of Peabody. AHERN—Of Middleton, formerly of Beverly, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, Lois E. (Cleaves) Ahern, 89, wife of the late William A. Ahern. Mother of Sharon Francis and her husband Peter; grandmother of Kim Francis all of Middleton; and sister of Alice Dempsey of Beverly; Mary Cleaves of Danvers and Rhoda Davis of Peabody. A memorial service will be held at the Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot St., Beverly, on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited ot attend. Visiting hours will be held prior to the service from 9 to 11 a.m. Burial of the Urn will be held at Central Cemetery, Beverly, following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Animal Rescue League of Boston, 358 Highland Ave., Salem, MA 01970. — The Salem News 21 February 2004

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David J. Ahern In Quincy, suddenly, Feb. 23, 2004. Beloved husband of 48 years of Clare T. (Calnan) Ahern. Devoted father of Julie A.M. Ahern & her husband Frederick L. Pugliese of Watertown, Terri C. Dalton & her husband William P. Dalton of Braintree & David J. Ahern of Waltham. Grandfather of Sean Dalton, Colleen Dalton, Brendon Dalton & Frederick J. Pugliese. Brother of Mary Heffernan of Marshfield, John Ahern of Plymouth, the late Patricia Roche & William Ahern. Survived by many nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Ave., QUINCY, Thursday, Feb. 26, at 9:15 am. Funeral Mass in St. Marys Church, 95 Crescent St., West Quincy at 10 o'clock. Relatives & friends are invited to attend, visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 pm. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery, W. Quincy. For those who wish donations in Mr. Ahern's memory may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central N.E. Chapter, 101 First Av., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02154 — The Boston Globe 24 February 2004

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Betty Ahearn AHEARN, Betty.—February 22, 2004, Hornsby Hospital. What a woman! An inspiration to us all. Very much loved by daughters Yvonne and Elizabeth and their families - Mark, Tasha, Klute, Gretchen, Beth, Saxon, Anna and Baby Zara and their loving supportive partners. We will miss her laugh, her love, her involvement in our lives and her total acceptance of and devotion to each and everyone of us. Her husband Darcy will now have her with him once more. Forever and a Day Always in our Hearts Relatives and friends of BETTY are kindly invited to attend her funeral service, on Thursday (February 26, 2004), in the North Chapel at Northern Suburbs Crematorium, Delhi Road, North Ryde, Commencing at 12.45. — Sydney Morning Herald 24 February 2004

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James J. Ahearn James Ahearn, 55, of Reading and formerly of Haverhill, died unexpectedly Feb. 3 in Haverhill. He was born in New Bedford, June 3, 1948, son of the late J. Francis and Mary (Lopes) Ahearn. Educated in the Reading Pubic Schools, he was a graduate of Austin Preparatory High School in Reading. For over 30 years he owned and operated Jim Ahearn Piano Co., and had also been employed for other companies on the North Shore as a technician tuner. His survivors include his mother Mary (Lopes) Ahearn of Topsham, Maine; two brothers, Thomas E. Ahearn of Topsham, Maine and Michael J. and his wife, Gail E., of Bowdoinham, Maine. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to a memorial service on Saturday at noon at the H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, 106 Summer St. Haverhill. Burial in the Forest Glen Cemetery in Reading will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences to his family may be made at www.farmerfuneralhomes.com — The Haverhill Gazette 26 February 2004

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Michel Ahern Michel Ahern 1945 -2004 À Boucherville, le 24 février 2004, à l'âge de 59 ans, est décédé subitement Monsieur Michel Ahern. Il était le fils de feu Raymond Ahern et de feu Jeanne D'Arc Ahern (née Tendland). Il laisse dans le deuil son épouse Jocelyne Huot; ses enfants: Nicolas (Dr Mireille Faucher), Jean-François (Rachel Dauphinais), Claudine; ses soeurs: Ginette (Paul-H. Desrochers), Micheline; ses frères: Guy (Chantal Slythe), André (Sylvie Cantin), Claude (Mireille Dorion), Mario (Marthe Gaulin); ses nièces et neveux ainsi que de nombreux parents et amis. Actif dans le secteur immobilier depuis de nombreuses années, Michel Ahern a réalisé avec passion et détermination plusieurs projets marquants, tant à son propre compte que durant les années passées au sein de la société immobilière Ivanhoé. Il fut également président de la Chambre de commerce de Sainte-Foy, une expérience qui laissa une marque importante sur sa carrière. Il laisse dans le deuil de nombreux collègues et amis qui ont profondément influencé sa vie professionnelle. La famille recevra les condoléances le dimanche 29 février 2004 de 14h à 17h, ainsi que de 19h à 22h au Centre funéraire Côte-des-Neiges situé au 4525, ch. de la Côte-des-Neiges, Montréal. Les funérailles seront célébrées en l'église Saint-Germain d'Outremont, située au 28, av. Vincent-d'Indy, Outremont, le lundi 1er mars à 10h30, suivies de l'inhumation au cimetière Notre-Dame-des-Neiges. Vos témoignages de sympathie peuvent se traduire par un don à la Fondation des maladies du coeur du Québec (1434, rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, bureau 500, Montréal (Québec) H3G 1R4. Direction funéraire LeSieur & Frère, 450-359-0990 — Le Soleil 27 February 2004

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Michel Ahern Michel Ahern 1945 -2004 In Boucherville, February 24, 2004, at 59 years of age, Mr. Michel Ahern died suddenly. He was the son of Raymond Ahern and Jeanne D' Arc (Tendland) Ahern. He leaves in mourning his wife Jocelyne Huot; his children: Nicolas (Dr. Mireille Faucher), Jean-François (Rachel Dauphinais), Claudine; his sisters: Ginette (Paul-H. Desrochers), Micheline; his brothers: Guy (Chantal Slythe), André (Sylvie Cantin), Claude (Mireille Dorion), Mario (Marthe Gaulin); his nieces and nephews as well as many parents and friends. For many years, Michel Ahern realized with passion and determination several outstanding projects, as well as during the years spent with the Ivanhoé real estate company. He was also a president of the Chamber of Commerce of Sainte-Foy, an experiment which left an important mark on its career. He leaves in the mourning of many colleagues and friends who deeply influenced his professional life. The family will receive the condolences Sunday February 29 2004 from 2-5 and 7-10 in the Côte-des-Neiges Funeral Home located at 4525, ch. de la Côte-des-Neiges, Montréal. The funeral will be celebrated in the church of Saint-Germain d' Outremont, located at 28 Vincent-d'Indy Ave., Outremont, Monday, March 1 at 10:30, followed by burial in Our-Lady-of-Snows cemetery. Your expressions of sympathy can result in a gift to the Foundation of the diseases of the heart of Quebec (1434 Sainte-Catherine St. Ouest, office 500, Montreal (Quebec) H3G 1R4. Funerary Direction LeSieur & Brother, 450-359-0990 — Le Soleil 27 February 2004

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Mary Irene (O'Hearn) Bolduc PITTSFIELD—Mary Irene Bolduc, 75, of 46 Alfred Drive died Sunday morning at home. She had been a bacteriologist for the Pittsfield Health Department lab for 31 years. She retired in 1991. Born in Pittsfield on Oct. 28, 1928, daughter of Thomas and Irene Molitor O'Hearn, she was a 1946 graduate of St. Joseph's High School. She also attended Our Lady of the Elms College and graduated from the former St. Luke's Hospital School as a medical technician. In June 1991, she was presented a certificate of appreciation from former Mayor Anne Wojtkowski for her years of service to the city. She was known as the popcorn lady to many sick children for handing out certificates for the popcorn wagon. Following her retirement, she was employed by Family Practice Associates, assisting physicians and doing lab work. A communicant of St. Joseph's Church, Mrs. Bolduc was honored in 1990 as volunteer of the year for New England Association of Development Officers. A member of the Pittsfield Catholic Schools Development Council, she was chosen from among 58 nominees from Catholic school districts throughout New England. She was also a member of the St. Joseph's Alumni Association, where she founded a scholarship program and worked on many fund-raising projects. She had also worked on the Diocese of Springfield stewardship appeal and capital fund drive. She was past secretary of the Pittsfield Anti-Tuberculosis Association. Her husband, Louis A. Bolduc, whom she married Sept. 1, 1962, died Jan. 18, 2003. She leaves a sister, Margaret Donovan of Pittsfield. FUNERAL NOTICE—Mary Irene Bolduc, age 75, died Feb. 29, 2004. She is also survived by her favorite cousin, Margot Shandoff; her sister-in-law, Carol O'Hearn; her nephews, John Donovan and Timothy and Brian O'Hearn; nieces, Barbara Lagergren and Sharon Cronin, and Diane, Theresa, and Nancy O'Hearn; three great-nephews, Christopher Cronin, Sean Donovan and Patrick O'Hearn; two great-nieces, Caitlin Cronin and Courtney Donovan. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 3 to 7 at the DEVANNY-CONDRON FUNERAL HOME. The funeral will be Wednesday at 8:15 from the funeral home, with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 9 at St. Joseph's Church, celebrated by the Rev. Michael Shershanovich, pastor. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, if friends desire, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph's Church or St. Joseph's High School in care of the funeral home. — Berkshire Eagle 1 March 2004

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Kathryn C. (Budro) O'Hearn West Chazy—Kathryn C. O'Hearn, 100, formerly of Cemetery Street, died Sunday, Feb. 29, 2004, at the CVPH Medical Center. She was born in West Chazy on Nov. 1, 1903, the daughter of Charles and Emma (Bassett) Budro. Mrs. O'Hearn was a member of St. Joseph's Church for most of her life. She loved reading and had celebrated her 100th birthday last fall. Mrs. O'Hearn was employed at Diamond National Paper Company for 24 years, until mandatory retirement at age 65 in 1969. Survivors include two sons, Thomas O'Hearn and his wife Rita of Plattsburgh and Ralph O'Hearn and his wife Jean of West Chazy; one daughter, Mrs. Raymond ("Betty") Gagnier of West Chazy; one daughter-in-law, Nancy O'Hearn of Orlando, Fla.; one son-in-law, James Woodley of Rome, N.Y.; several grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Two sons, Harold and Joseph O'Hearn; one daughter, Kathleen Woodley; and one grandson, Patrick Gagnier, died earlier. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the R.W. Walker Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the R.W. Walker Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in her parish cemetery on May 5, 2004. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the St. Joseph's Church Altar Fund or the West Chazy Volunteer Ambulance Service. — Plattsburgh Press Republican 2 March 2004

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Rebecca Ahearn Rebecca Ahearn, of Olean, New York, died on Thursday March fourth, 2004. Rebecca's family will be publicly mourning her at the St. Mary's church on Friday, March 12th. — Olean Times Herald 4 March 2004

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Walter Leslie Ahern AHERN, Walter Leslie.—Passed away March 8, 2004. Late of Paddington. Loving husband of Shirley. Beloved father of Brett, Judith and Katherine. Father-in-law of Steve. Aged 78 years. "Now at Peace. Forever in our hearts." A funeral service for WALTER will be held at the Entrance District Baptist Church, 8 Yakkalla Street, Bateau Bay, tomorrow (Thursday, March 11, 2004), commencing at 10 a.m. Following the service the cortege will proceed to Palmdale Memorial Park for interment. — Sydney Morning Herald 10 March 2004

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Thomas Joseph O'Hearn O'HEARN, Thomas Joseph Peacefully at Trillium Ridge Retirement Home on Wednesday, March 10, 2004. Tom O'Hearn beloved husband of the late Dorothy Watt and missed by dear companion Violet Berringer (Jenny) and her daughter Wendy. Loved father of Thomas (Audrey) , Brockville, Terry (Sue), Perth, Peter (Sharon), Ottawa, John of Merrit, B.C., and Christine of Calgary. Lovingly remembered by his eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Dear brother of Mrs. Loretta O'Meara of Gananoque, and Edward (Lillian) of Pt. Claire, Quebec and brother-in-law of Mary Irene, and Leo Kenny, both of Elgin. Predeceased by his brother Andrew and sister Rose Kenny. Friends will be received at the Central Chapel of the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Homes, 49 Colborne Street (at Clergy) on Friday between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary's Cathedral, 279 Johnson Street, on Saturday, March 13th, at 10:30 a.m. Rite of Committal Prayers in St. Mary's Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations for those who wish to the Alzheimers Society (Donations by cheque, please). IN THE CARE OF THE GORDON F. TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOMES, CENTRAL CHAPEL, 546-5454. — Kingston Whig Standard 12 March 2004

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Alfred T. O'Hearn Of Weymouth, formerly of Cohasset, on March 12. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Mae (Vickery). Devoted father of Patricia Powers and Richard O'Hearn, both of Weymouth. Brother of Edward O'Hearn of FL. Father-in-law of Robert Powers and Marilyn O'Hearn. Grandfather of Melissa DeWolfe and her husband Brian of Marshfield, Sarah O'Hearn of Marshfield, Eric and Alicia Tuttle of Hull. Funeral Services at the Clancy-Lucid Funeral Home, 100 Washington St., WEYMOUTH, on Mon., March 15 at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours on Sun. from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. If desired donations may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115. — The Boston Globe 14 March 2004

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Ralph D. O'Hearn WEST CHAZY—Mr. Ralph D. O'Hearn, 72, of West Church Street, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2004, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. He was born in West Chazy on Jan. 5, 1932, the son of Neil A. and Kathryn (Burdo) O'Hearn. Ralph is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean A. (Stone) O'Hearn of West Chazy; a son, Kenneth O'Hearn of West Chazy; a daughter and son-in-law, Penny and Dennis Relation of Beekmantown; three grandsons, Nicholas, Ryan and Shane; two great-granddaughters, Lia and Payten; a sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and Raymond Gagnier of West Chazy; a brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Rita O'Hearn of Plattsburgh; and several nieces and nephews. Ralph was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Harold and Joseph; and a sister, Kathleen. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday from St. Joseph's Church in West Chazy. Burial will be later in the year in St. Joseph's Cemetery in West Chazy. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Joseph's Church Altar Fund. Arrangements are with Brown Funeral Home in Plattsburgh. — Plattsburgh PressRepublican 15 March 2004

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Joseph A. Ahern A Mass for Joseph A. Ahern, 64, of Union will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in Holy Spirit Church, Union, after the funeral from the McCracken Funeral Home, 1500 Morris Ave., Union. Mr. Ahern died Saturday in Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston. He was a bank manager at the Pamrapo Savings Bank in Bayonne for 15 years. Mr. Ahern served in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council in Union and a past president of the Hoboken Kiwanis Club. Born in Bayonne, he lived in Union for 27 years. Surviving are his wife, Diane; a daughter, Tracey Ahern DeSarno; sons, Shaun, Brian and Kevin; sisters, Marilyn Lemanski and Dorothy Jones, and two grandchildren. — New Jersey Star-Ledger 15 March 2004

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Elsie (Pasko) Ahern AHERN, ELSIE PASKO—Mrs. Elsie Pasko Ahern, a 42 year resident of Old Tappan, NJ, died on March 15, 2004 at the age of 84. She was born on October 25, 1919 to Frank and Nellie Matuisk Pasko in North Arlington, NJ. Mrs. Ahern, a homemaker, previously resided in North Arlington and was an avid bingo player. Mrs. Ahern was predeceased by her husband, Vincent, who died in 1982. Her sole survivor is her son, Vincent of Old Tappan, who is the Postmaster of the Piermont Post Office. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, 10 AM, at the Moritz Funeral Home in Tappan with Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington. Friends and family may call on Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 255 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern, NY 10901. MORITZ FUNERAL HOME 98 Route 303 South, Tappan (845) 359-0890 — The Journal News 17 March 2004

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Frances Eleanor (Robin) Ahern The death occurred peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the Prince Edward Home, Charlottetown, P.E.I. on Thursday, March 18, 2004 of Frances Eleanor Ahern (nee Robin) of Warren Grove, P.E.I. formerly of Oakville, Ontario, in her 100th year. Born in Toronto on May 14, 1904 to the late Jane Caroline (Reid) and Vavasor Robin. Wife of the late Arthur H. Ahern. Dear Mother of Margot Ezeard (Ken) of Rustico P.E.I. and Nick Ahern (Judi) of Thunder Bay, Ontario. Grandmother of Anne Wallace, Warren Grove, P.E.I. Janet Wallace (Brent Sawchuk), Beaver Lodge, Alberta, Buffy Wallace of Wheatley River, P.E.I. And Jody and Jason Ahern of Thunder Bay, Ontario. Great grandmother of Lindsey, Sarah, Kip and Evan Wallace and Connor Ahern. Aunt of C. Donald Robin (Betty) of Juno Beach, Florida and Jean Mayan (Earl) of Huntington, N.Y. She was predeceased by her brother Phillip Robin of North Palm Beach, Fla. Her independent spirit, sense of humour, vivid memory and interest in history will be fondly remembered by family and friends, including faithful visitor and friend John Wallace of Warren Grove. No visitation by personal request. A private memorial service will be held. Cremation will take place. To be interred at a later date at the family plot in St. Jude's Cemetery in Oakville, Ontario. Arrangements entrusted to Central Queen's Funeral Home, New Glasgow, P.E.I. — Toronto Globe & Mail 20 March 2004

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James Lester Ahearn James Lester Ahearn of Gainesville died Wednesday at E.T. York Hospice Care Center. He was 61. Mr. Ahearn was born in Waterbury, Conn., and moved to Gainesville 20 years ago. He was a retired truck driver. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Judi Ellen Ahearn. Survivors include his fiancee, Brenda Powers of Gainesville; a son, Donald Ahearn of Jonesville; a brother, Charles Ahearn of Kingsley, Pa.; sisters Jacqueline Schrager of Blaine, Tenn., and Carolyn Whitty of East Windsor, Conn.; caregivers Carol "Cookie" Cook and Larry Watson, both of Gainesville; and two grandchildren. Arrangements by Worth Cremation Service of Florida. — The Gainesville Sun 20 March 2004

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Raymond Charles Ahearn AHEARN RAYMOND CHARLES Age 60 of Allentown; on Tues., March 16, 2004; beloved son of the late Thomas R. Sr. & Margaret Ahearn; beloved father of Rachelle Ahearn Lanham; beloved grandfather of Taylor and Brittany; beloved brother of Thomas "Timmy", Regis "Monk" and Valeria Kempa; also surviving are many nieces & nephews. Friends are received Saturday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the JAMES J. BARRY, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC. 608 Warrington Ave. Blessing Service Saturday eve. 8:30 pm. Raymond was a proud member of the Steamfitters Local Union #449 for over 30 years. Please sign the guest book at post-gazette.com — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 20 March 2004

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Vincent David Ahearn AHEARN—Vincent David on March 6, 2004 of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Pompton Lakes. Beloved husband of Dorothy and the late Marion (1984). Dear father of David Ahearn, Ronald Ahearn and stepfather of Terri Turco and Debora Barnes. Dear brother of Charles Ahearn, Jack Ahearn, Frank Devine and Catherine Ahearn. Devoted grandfather of five. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 AM Saturday March 27, 2004 at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Pompton Lakes. Interment will follow at Christ the King Cemetery, Franklin Lakes. Donations in Vincent's memory to your local animal charity of choice would be appreciated by his family. www.scanlanfuneralhome.com — Record and Herald News [Eureka, CA] 22 March 2004

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Muriel L. (Ahern) Burns MURIEL L. BURNS, 82, of Elmwood Drive, a secretary for the Department of the Army, in Washington, D.C., during World War II, and in Boston after the war, died Monday at the St. Elizabeth Home, in East Greenwich. She was the wife of the late Paul W. Burns. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Thomas and Grace (Sweeney) Ahern, and she had been a resident of North Kingstown for 26 years. Mrs. Burns was a graduate of the Sweeney Business School. She was a communicant of St. Francis de Sales Church. She leaves three sons, Paul R. Burns of Cabot, Vt., Alan R. Burns of Sandown, N.H., and Brian T. Burns of Warwick; a daughter, Patricia May of North Kingstown; 11 grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. She was the mother of the late Joanne LaJoie. The funeral will be held Friday at 8:45 a.m. from the Fagan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Neck Rd., with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in St. Francis de Sales Church, 381 School St. Burial will be in the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. — Providence Journal 24 March 2004

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Joseph B. O'Hearn LANCASTER—Joseph B. O'Hearn, 69, of Florence, formerly of Garrard County, died Thursday at St. Luke West Hospital in Florence. Arrangements are incomplete at Ramsey Funeral Home. — Advocate-Messenger 26 March 2004

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Shirley O'Herron O'HERRON—Shirley, of Darien, CT and Quissett, MA, age 74, died peacefully at the Richard Rosenthal Hospice Residence in Stamford on March 27, 2004 after a courageous battle with cancer. She had the good fortune of benefitting from 3 years of expert care provided by the physicians and staffs of New York Presbyterian and the Stamford Hospitals, the Rosenthal Hospice and by several very special ladies, formerly of Jamaica. She was the beloved wife of Jonathan O'Herron and devoted mother to Jonathan O'Herron Jr, Anne Burleigh and Sarah Casey. She is survived by 11 adoring grandchildren. Shirley had a lively intelligence, great character, and remarkable courage. She cared deeply for those less fortunate and had a deep faith in her religion. She was a fabulous cook and a gifted artist. ''Wherever people gather, her deeds will speak her praise.'' Her children and grandchildren have inherited her character and integrity. A graduate of Brown University, she also held a masters degree in religion from Fordham University and was a former member of its Board of Trustees and Executive Committee. She was recently elected a trustee emerita. She was a former board member of the Education for Parish Services, which trains lay people to minister in local communities, and was deeply committed in her support of St. Margaret Mary School in the Bronx and St. Vincent's Hospital in NYC. There will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held privately at St. John's Church in Darien, followed by interment at Spring Grove Cemetery. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11AM on Friday, April 2, 2004 at St. Thomas Moore Church, 374 Middlesex Rd, Darien. The Rev. Gerald Blaszczak, S.J., of Fordham University, will officiate. Edward Cardinal Egan, the Archbishop of NY, will offer a Mass celebrating her life at St. Patrick's Cathedral at a date to be announced. Memorial donations may be made to Fordham University Development Fund, Bronx, NY 10458. O'HERRON—Shirley. Fordham University and the Board of Trustees mourn the loss of our colleague and great friend, Shirley O'Herron. A graduate of Fordham University's Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education, she was a valued member of the University's Board of Trustees for many years and a Trustee Emerita until her recent death. Her exemplary service as the Chair of the Board's Student Affairs Committee and a member of the Board's Executive Committee demonstrated her commitment to Fordham University and her deep concern for the University's students. Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband, Jonathan, their children, Jonathan, Jr., Anne, and Sarah, and the other members of the O'Herron family. Paul B. Guenther, Chairman, Board of Trustees Joseph M. McShane, S.J. President — New York Times 30 March 2004

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Alice Ahern AHERN—Alice, of Bay Shore, NY, on March 30, 2004, at the age of 64. Loving wife of Joseph. Beloved mother of Alice Weigele, Michael Ahern, Patricia Ahern and Kathleen Gallagher. Cherished grandmother of Brandon Gallagher, Kayla and Michael Ahern. Visiting will be Thursday and Friday 2-5 PM and 7-9 PM at the Overton Funeral Home, Inc., 172 Main St., Islip, NY 11751. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday 10 AM at St. Patrick RC Church, Bay Shore, NY. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY. — Long Island Newsday 1 April 2004

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Robert E. Ahern AHERN—Robert E. Beloved husband of Emily A. Ahern (nee Freidhof). Dear brother of the late John "Jack'' Ahern. Uncle of Patty Ernst, Kathy and John Ahern and Eileen Moore. Thursday, March 31, 2004. Age 76. Resident of Sharonville. Per his request there will be no visitation. Friends are invited to attend graveside service at Oak Hill Cemetery, Glendale, Saturday, April 3 at 10 A.M. Memorials requested to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati, Ohio 45263 or the charity of your choice. Schmidt-Dhonau Funeral Home serving the family. — Cincinnati Enquirer and Post 2 April 2004

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Thomas Lawrence Ahern Thomas Lawrence Ahern born June 20, 1948, in Oakland, Ca. passed away suddenly but peacefully on Friday, March 25, 2004, at St. Helena Hospital. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Tom led a rich and varied life. He had a real talent for incorporating all of his experiencs and relationships into what he considered one great adventure. He was still in touch with many of his high school friends through his sister and cousins and in San Francisco's North Beach, where Tom worked and lived for many years. People will remember his tremendous sense of humor and wit. He loved to tell stories about those days and was still greeted on Grant Street by friends as if he had never left. In the early 1980's Tom went to work on the Great Chefs program at the Robert Mondavi Winery. He lent his expertise and grace to help make that program a great success. During that time, he also developed a great love for the Napa Valley and eventually moved permanently to St. Helena. He was still part of the Mondavi summer event staff. While working at Mondavi, Tom started his own catering and event design business. Many party tables and weddings were made more beautiful by Tom's floral masterpieces and many events ran more smoothly because of Tom's tireless dedication to perfection and his endless efforts on behalf of his clients. For the last seven years Tom was a partner and Director at Gordon's Cafe and Wine Bar in Yountville. In this position and through his many independent efforts, Tom's professional and personal life continued to blossom and at the time of his death, despite sometime feeling overwhelmed by the demands for his talent, he was the happiest he had ever been. Tom is survived by his mother, Mary Ahern, his sister, Debra Gale, her husband Richard and his nephews Nicholas and Clinton. A celebration of his life will be held at the Blue Tooth Ranch, 4311 Silverado Trail in Napa on Sunday, April 18 at 2 p.m. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Tom's name to the Queen of the Valley Foundation, P.O. Box 2069, Napa, Ca. 94558 Arrangements are under the direction of Treadway & Wigger Funeral Chapel, Napa, Ca. — Napa Register 2 April 2004

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John E. Ahern AHERN—John Ahern, was born April 7, 1921 in Portland, Maine to Eva and Henry Ahern. He died March 29, 2004 in Glendora where he resided for the last 36 years. He is survived by his loving wife Cora, to whom he was married for 53 years, and by 6 children, (Thomas, Maureen, Corinne, Kathleen, Timothy, and Jeannine), 11 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. John was an accomplished engineer, but he also worked at a number of other jobs in his life. His first job was walking a mile to deliver donuts to a local market when he was a young grade-schooler. John was paid for his efforts in small change and candy, and he was grateful for the pay even though his job involved the harrowing task of outrunning other children who wanted to steal his doughnuts. John enjoyed running for most of his life. He received third place in the Glendora spring marathon in the 60 and older category. When he went to Deering High School in Portland, he was deeply involved in track and field, participating for the entire school year in both short and long distance running. He was elected captain of the cross-country team in his senior year. After completing high school, John went to college to study engineering during the Great Depression and worked at a number of small part time jobs in order to pay for his living expenses during his first year. After that first year John alternated between school and work every 10 weeks. At first he felt lonely at his place of work, being a stranger in a small town called West Warren, but one event changed all that. With no sneakers, and only a pair of moccasins taped to his feet, John won an approximately 10-kilometer marathon that was held in celebration of the Bicentennial of the towns of Warren and West Warren. John became a local celebrity and was treated with great hospitality by the community, most of whom he said were Polish party animals. John served as a 2nd Lt. Flight Line Engineering Off icer at Goose Bay Air Force Base in Labrador during WWII. After the war, he went to Columbia University earning a MSME. He also got his pilot's license during this time. He later got work as an engineer, moved out to California, and developed an interest in the translation of Russian scientific documents. These documents got him interested in a thermodynamic engineering concept known as exergy. John wrote a book about exergy called The Exergy Method of Systems Analysis. John was in the "Who's Who in Science and Engineering", 2nd ed., 1994/95, and also has four patents to his name on cryogenics and heat exchangers. More than the extraordinary things that he did in his life, the people who knew him will probably remember John most for being a master of living his ordinary life. He was a man who overflowed with generosity, patience, trust and good humor. He was relaxed, easygoing, and he knew how to have a good time. He had faith in other people and he always liked to make them happy. Those who knew him will always remember him as an example to live by. Forever in our hearts, we love you dad. A mass will be held at St. Dorothy's church in Glendora on Wednesday April 14th at 10:00 A.M. — San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2 April 2004

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Marion F. (Ruelle) Ahearn Marion F. Ahearn, 76, of 1029 24th St., Two Rivers, died Friday evening, April 2, 2004, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 2004, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, St. Luke Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. OBrien, with burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Marion was born Nov. 1, 1927, in Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Emanuel and Marie (Laurent) Ruelle. She attended St. Lukes Parochial School, and Two Rivers Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1945. Marion then furthered her education at the Marvel School of Beauty Culture, where she earned her degree on Oct. 14, 1948. On July 7, 1951, she was united in marriage to William R. Ahearn at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Roland Ahearn presided. In addition to raising her children, Marion worked out of her home as a beautician for many years. She was also the coordinator of the Friday night fish lunches at the Two Rivers Knights of Columbus for many years. Marion was very involved with all her childrens activities, which included school functions and scouting. She was active with her church, as a member of the Ladies of St. Luke for many years; she was also a member of the K.C. Auxiliary. She was a great cook, enjoyed sewing and knitting, but above all enjoyed her children and grandchildren the most. Survivors include her husband: Bill; two daughters and sons-in-law: Susan and Jim Kandler, Lake Geneva, Julie and Mark Heckendorf, Menomonee Falls; two sons and daughters-in-law: Terry and Linda Ahearn, Oro Valley, Ariz., Bill and Diane Ahearn, Peotone, Ill.; and nine grandchildren, Sara, Lindsay, Bryan, Jeffery, Haley, Cole, Will, Wade, and Holly. She is further survived by one sister: Elaine Kruszka, Brown Deer; two brothers: Arnold (Judy) Ruelle, Niles, Mich., Ronald (Ann) Ruelle, Milwaukee; three sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law: Kathryn Ahearn and John Ahearn, both of Two Rivers, Mary Jane Diamond, Chicago, Ill., and Yvonne Ahearn, Beaver Dam; one aunt: Marcella LaFreniere, Manitowoc; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother-in-law, Gilbert Kruszka. Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers from 5 until 8 p.m. Monday evening. A parish wake service will be held at 6 p.m., led by Father Bill. Visitation will continue Tuesday morning at the church, after 9:30 a.m. until the time of mass at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Holy Family Memorial Hospice Program or to Alzheimers Research. Marions family would like to extend a very special thank you to Holy Family Memorial Hospice Care Nurses, Ann, Peg and Arlene, and to Dr. Tracy Hoffman for all the compassionate care and kindness extended to Marion during her illness. Mom, What words can adequately describe our sense of loss? You were always there for all of us and the emptiness in our lives will be forever. We take comfort in knowing that your suffering has ended and that you are now at peace. We will celebrate your life and remember happier days! We love you. — Manitowic Herald Times Reporter 4 April 2004

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Madelina "Lena" (Greco) O'Hearn Of Medford, in Braintree, April 3, age 91. Beloved wife of the late Timothy F. O'Hearn. Devoted mother of Mitchell V. DeMare and his wife Anne Marie, of Abington. Loving sister of Rose Violette of S. Boston. Joseph Greco of FL, Anthony Greco of E. Boston and Amadeo Greco of Waltham. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the C. C. Shepherd Funeral Home, 134 Pleasant St., (Columbian Sq.) S. Weymouth on Wednesday, April 7 at 9 a.m. Funeral Mass at the St. Francis Xavier Church, 261 Pleasnt St., S. Weymouth at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Boston. — The Boston Globe 5 April 2004

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John Thomas Ahern Private service will be held for John Thomas Ahern, 76. Neptune Society handled the arrangements. Mr. Ahern, a 15-year resident of Spokane Valley, died March 25. He was born in East Windsor, Conn. He graduated from East Windsor High School in 1945 and attended the University of Connecticut. Mr. Ahern served in the Navy during World War II as a seaman first class attached to PBY Search and Rescue in Pensacola, Fla. He married Jacqueline Davis in 1952. For 30 years he was a sales manager for Puerto Rico Marine Management, where he was responsible for shipping from the United States to the Caribbean Islands. He retired in 1990. He was a member of the Spokane Carvers, and his hobbies included woodworking, carving and furniture building. His wife died in 1998. Survivors include two sons, Kevin Ahern of Chattaroy and Brian Ahern of Hailey, Idaho; a daughter, Sharon Ahern of Santa Fe, N.M.; a sister, Margaret Hayden of Vernon, Conn.; and two grandchildren. — The Spokesman-Review 5 April 2004

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John Aherne Aherne (Cork): On April 7, 2004, peacefully, at his home, Presentation Place, Greeenmount, in the presence of his loving family, JOHN (JOHNIE), beloved son of the late John and Mary Aherne. Deeply regretted by his loving brothers Paddy, Jerry, Brian, William and the late Tony, sisters Noreen, Marie, Margaret, Eileen, Anna and Bernadette, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Forde's Funeral Home, South Gate Bridge. Removal on this (Wednesday) evening at 7pm to St Finbarr's (South) Church, followed by Requiem Mass on arrival. Funeral on tomorrow (Thursday) after 11am Liturgy to St Oliver's Cemetery. — Evening Echo 7 April 2004

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Richard Donald Ahern Ahern, Richard Donald The son of Eleanor and Frank Ahern, Richard Donald Ahern was the self-described World's oldest rock n' roller. Celebrating his 76th birthday this past July 4th, Rich was the Spirit of '76 incarnate. He passed on April 5th, 2004. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, and went on to graduate from MIT and the Technische Hochschule of Graz, Austria, with degrees in architecture and urban planning. Rich then taught architecture at the University of Detroit, Lawrence Tech, and Kent State University. He went on to work with the Detroit Planning Commission during the '50s and '60s under Charlie Blessing. Rich then committed himself to traveling the world over, exploring and sketching many fledgling nations in the midst of their development. At home in Ann Arbor, he shared his talents with the community in designing the 5th Dimension teen club, and the Ann Arbor airport, among others. In 1976 he created Panoramic Graphics, a lithographic print publisher, illustistrating his love of archi tecture with the world. Working for the abolition of war by organizing knowledge, his personal allies included the Dalai Lama and Thomas Banyacya. Rich helped form the Peoples' Bicentennial Commission, People United for a Human Future, the Planetary Initiative, the Huron Valley Green Party, and the Green Party of Michigan. Lord of space and Elbow Room alike, he is survived by his brother Frank Ahern and Arbor Vitae. Through his legacy of art, architecture and understanding , he is a continual source of inspiration, enriching the world community. For information call MUEHLIG FUNERAL CHAPEL, 800-561-9305. — Ann Arbor News 9 April 2004

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David Leo O'Hearn David L. O’Hearn, a retired Teacher and Science Department Chairman at Burlington High School, passed away at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center on Saturday evening, April 10, 2004. He was 71 years old. Mr. O’Hearn was born and raised on the Mississippi River in Hannibal, MO, where his strong faith and love of family were nurtured. He and his eight brothers and sisters attended Catholic Schools. Upon graduating McCooey High School he entered the Society of Mary and became a Marionist Teaching Brother for 25 years. He graduated from St. Mary’s University, San Antonio Texas University, Fordham, Purdue, and Harvard Universities. As a Marionist he taught Chemistry and Physics at Chaminade in St Louis. He was Principle in East St. Louis and Fort Worth Texas. In Burlington he was the Science Department Chairman for 20 years where he also taught Advanced Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy. He influenced many students, some of whom he maintained correspondence with over the years. Mr. O’Hearn loved teaching and was always eager to show the mysteries of the universe to any listener. He had a great love of his family; his immediate brothers, sisters, numerous nephews and nieces along with his own family; his wife, two sons, and daughter. As an avid letter writer he maintained a relationship over time with many people including his high school math teacher who still lives. Mr. O’Hearn’s spiritual life guided him. He was kind and generous to others; especially those who were less fortunate. He was an avid reader. He read the Encyclopedia Britannica for fun and numerous books on various topics from philosophy to building model air planes. He was drawn to World War II memorabilia, and was especially fond of Charles Lindberg. He was a ham radio operator, made polyhedrons from copper that he gladly gave away to anyone who admired them, and recently became a member of the motorized air plane club. He loved to take flying lessons and watch others fly their planes. He delivered Meals on Wheels, was a member of the Burlington Library Book Club, read for the Books for the Blind, and tutored students. He was a loving husband and father always ready to do anything for them. Mr. O’Hearn loved the beauty of the spirit in nature, the birds, squirrels, gardening, and sunrise sunsets and the sky with Jupiter, Venus, and Orion. He was the husband of Dr. Carol A. (Soares) O’Hearn, P.H.D. Loving father of David C. of Burlington, Erin M. of Reading, and Daniel M. of Burlington. Brother of Michael Joseph of MO, Helen Anne Waltersheid of MO, Kenneth of MO, James of IL, Sister Eleanor O’Hearn C.S.J. of CO, Eugene of NJ, and the late Mary Mudd and Richard O’Hearn. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Thursday, April 15 at 9 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Malachy’s Church at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. — Funeral Home, 10 April 2004

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Dorothy Mary (O'Hearn) Hayden HAYDEN, Dorothy Mary -62, Gables Lodge, Amherst, formerly of Springhill, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2004, in Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Nappan, Cumberland Co. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of Margaret (Bourgeois) O'Hearn, Gables Lodge, and the late Raymond O'Hearn. She was an adherent of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Springhill, and enjoyed playing cards, watching television, yard sales and her family. She is survived by sons, Michael Hayden, Pugwash; Bobby Joe Hayden, Edmonton, Alta.; daughter, Gloria Hayden and her companion Bill Landry, Mapleton, Cumberland Co.; sisters, Betty (Jack) Crowe, Oromocto, N.B.; Marie Sommers, Springhill; Hattie (Gerald) O'Brien, Ruth (James) Gouchie, all of Amherst; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Blaine Neilson Hayden; brother, Raymond O'Hearn. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, where funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, Father David MacDonald officiating. Burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill, at a later date. Donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Lung Association of Nova Scotia would be appreciated. — The Chronicle-Herald 12 April 2004

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David L. O'Hearn Of Burlington, formerly of Hannibal, MO, April 10. Beloved husband of Dr. Carol A. (Soares) O'Hearn, PhD. Loving father of David C. of Burlington, Erin M. of Reading, and Daniel M. of Burlington. Brother of Michael Joseph of MO, Helen Ann Waltersheid of MO, Kenneth of MO, James of IL, Sister Eleanor O'Hearn, C.S.J. of CO, Eugene of NJ and the late Mary Mudd and Richard O'Hearn. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rte. 128, Woburn side) on Thursday, April 15 at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Malachy's Church at 10 AM. Visiting hours Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. Retired Science Department Chairman at Burlington High School. For directions and obituary, see www.sullivanfuneralhome.net. — The Boston Globe 13 April 2004

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Ann M. (Conway) Ahern Ann M. Ahern of Lombard since 1950 Funeral services for Ann M. Ahern (nee Conway), 93, will begin with prayers at 9:30 a.m. Friday, at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. A Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Mrs. Ahern died Thursday, April 8, 2004, peacefully at home. Interment will be in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church and the Sacred Heart Women's Club since 1950. She was a 1929 graduate of St. Mary's High School in Chicago, and was originally from the St. Rita's Parish area of Chicago. She was an avid White Sox fan, and enjoyed bowling and bridge. She is survived by her son, Thomas J. (Patricia) of Arlington Heights; her daughter, JoAnn Ahern of Lombard; her grandchildren, Sheila Ahern of Wisconsin, Maureen Ahern of Wisconsin and Dan Ahern of Arlington Heights; and by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was lovingly cared for by her family and by Enriqueta Uloth. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph M.; her parents, Eugene and Anna (nee Regan); her brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene (Eleanor) Conway and Edward (Barbara) Conway; and by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen (Melvern) Casey and Rosemary (Dr. Howard) McCollom. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity, or to Elmhurst Memorial Hospice, 855 N. Church Ct., Elmhurst, IL 60126. Masses would also be appreciated. Friends may visit www.dailyherald.com/obits to express condolences and sign the guest book. For funeral information, (630)629-0094. — Chicago Suburban Daily Herald 13 April 2004

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Maurice William "Mike" A'Hearn A'HEARN—Maurice William "Mike", 75, of Point Pleasant, formerly of St. James, N.Y., passed away suddenly in his home April 8, 2004. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, the late Alice Ruth Nilssen, and two grandchildren. Surviving are his six children: Karin Sweeney, Eileen A'Hearn, Maureen Hosie, William A'Hearn, Patricia Thomas and Christopher A'Hearn; his sister Maureen Rappa; and fifteen grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were handled by Van Hise & Callagan Funeral Home, Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. — Newsday 13 April 2004

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Gertrude "Trudy" C. (Ahern) DeFilippo NEW HAMPTON—Gertrude "Trudy" C. DeFilippo, 77, of Blakehill Road, died April 13, 2004, at Franklin Regional Hospital. She was born in Charlestown, Mass., on March 9, 1927, the daughter of Gerald and Alice (Murphy) Ahern. She grew up in Charlestown and resided in Wilmington, Mass., for most of her life. Mrs. DeFilippo had been a New Hampton resident for the past three years. She was predeceased by three sons, Mario DeFilippo Jr., Donald DeFilippo, and Gerald DeFilippo. The family includes her husband of 56 years, Mario DeFilippo Sr. of New Hampton, three sons, Patrick DeFilippo of Hebron, Michael DeFilippo of Alexandria, and Paul DeFilippo of New Hampton; two daughters, Maria Kelly and Jeannine Kelly, both of New Hampton; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Arthur Ahern of Florida, and Donald Ahern of Wilmington, Mass.; one sister, Lorraine MacMahon of Sandwich; and nieces and nephews. SERVICES: Calling hours are Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Our Lady of the Lakes Chapel, Bristol. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Lakes Chapel. The Rev. Eddy Bisson, pastor, will be the celebrant. Burial will be in New Hampton Village Cemetery. — Manchester Union-Leader 15 April 2004

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Lillian Ahearn AHEARN, Lillian, born in Ralls Co., Mo. on April 4, 1904, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 in Brandon. She was a former resident of St. Louis and Chicago. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Ahearn and granddaughter, Christina B. Rea. She is survived by her four children, Peggy (Stan) Tyska, of Valrico, Terry (Betty) Ahearn, of Naperville, Ill., Rita Rea, of Brandon and Roger (Laurel) Ahearn, Sarasota, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2004, in the chapel of Nativity Catholic Church, Brandon. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the Mass in the Nativity Chapel. Interment will follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, Tampa. SERENITY MEADOWS MEMORIAL PARK AND FUNERAL HOME Riverview/Brandon 677-9494 — Tampa Tribune 16 April 2004

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John E. Ahern GLENDORA, CALIF.—John E. Ahern died unexpectedly at his home in Glendora, Calif., where he resided for the past 36 years. He was born in Portland on April 7, 1921, son of Eva and Henry Ahern. John graduated from Deering High School and Northeastern University and served as a 2nd Lt. Flight Line Engineering Officer at Goose Bay Air Force Base in Labrador during World War II. After the war he went to Columbia University, earning a MSME. He also obtained his pilot's license during this time. He later worked as an engineer, moved to California and developed an interest in translating Russian scientific documents. These got him interested in a th friends. RIP. Lying in repose at Gabriel and O'Donovan's F a book about exergy called "The Exergy Method of Systems Analysis". John was in the "Who's Who in Science and Engineering 2nd ed. 1994/95". He also has four patents to his name on cryogenics and heat exchange. He is survived by his wife, Cora, to whom he was married for 53 years; six children, Thomas, Maureen, Corinne, Kathleen, Timothy and Jeannine; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Helen Keating of South Portland. A Mass was held at St. Dorothy's Catholic Church in Glendora, Calif. on Wednesday, April 14 at 10 a.m. — Portland Press Herald 16 April 2004

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Mary E. Ahern Mary E. Ahern 76, Monticello formerly of Indianapolis, died April 15. Mary was an avid gardener and enjoyed sewing and fishing. She loved the Pacers and was a wonderful cook. In loving memory, Mary is survived by her children, Mary Jo Ruffin, Barbara Jean Thompson, Joseph Harold Ahern, Jr., Karl Richard Ahern, Debora Sue Slater, Duane Dennis Ahern, Denise Darlene Godwin, and Dawn Marie Lee; 30 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren and her sister, Betty Sears. Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Herod Ahern, Sr. In honor of Mary, memorial contributions may be donated to the American Lung Association. A ceremony to celebrate Mary's life is Monday, April 19, at 10 a.m. in Family Funeral Care, with calling Sunday, from 5 until 8 p.m. — The Indianapolis Star 17 April 2004

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Evelyn Patricia "Pat" (Ahern) Asel ASEL, EVELYN PATRICIA (PAT) AHERN ASEL, born to Evelyn Marie Haile and John Joseph Ahern on June 3, 1918. A two-time cancer survivor, she lost a final, brief battle with lung cancer on April 18, 2004. Pat was a life long Dallas resident who graduated from North Dallas High School. She was a devoted wife and mother, marrying Kenneth Asel, co-founder of Asel Art Supply, Inc. on April 23, 1947. Her husband and her brother, Jerry Ahern, predeceased her. She leaves three children and their families, The Reverend J. Kenneth Asel and wife Devvie of Jackson Hole, WY and their children Jessica and Emily Asel and Kadie and Tres Plummer; Carol Short and husband Ken of Dallas; and Joan Asel Papi and husband Gian Paolo of Spoleto, Italy and their children Marco, Roberto and Federico; two brothers John J. Ahern, Jr. of Dallas and Vincent G. Ahern of Richardson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pat was a member of the Caprice Civic Club and a founding member of St. Rita Catholic Community. An avid golfer who claimed two holes in one, she was a former member of Brookhaven Country Clubs Womens Golf Association. Pat will be best remembered for her unwavering commitment to her family and her quiet courage when faced with the adversity of illness. The family will receive visitors at Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, celebrated by Rev. John Heaney, S.J., will be held at 10:00 a.m. on April 21st, 2004 at St. Rita Catholic Community, 12521 Inwood Road. Entombment will follow at Calvary Hill Mausoleum. The family expresses its appreciation to the staffs at Presbyterian Senior Medical Center, Texas Oncology at Presbyterian Hospital and the Visiting Nurse Associations Hospice Program for their care and concern during Pats illness and requests that all memorials be directed to the VNA Hospice Program, 1440 W. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 500, Dallas, TX 75247-4929. Dignity Memorial Sparkman Hillcrest 7405 W. Northwest Hwy. Dallas (214) 363-5401 — Dallas Morning News 20 April 2004

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Janet Claudia (Ahearn) Cunningham CUNNINGHAM, Janet Claudia -62, Northwood Terrace, Halifax, passed away on April 19, 2004, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Eileen (Baker) Ahearn. Janet enjoyed ballroom dancing very much, and was a dedicated mother. She is survived by daughters, Joanne Sokoloski, Edmonton, Alta.; Deborah Staley and Kathleen Croft, both of Dartmouth; brother, Leith Ahearn, Lower Sackville; grandchildren, Nadia, Sonya, Kaiden. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert. Visitation will be today from 7-9 p.m. in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax, from where funeral service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Halifax. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or The Northwood Foundation. Special thanks to Dr. S. Bourque and nurses at 4.1 New Halifax Infirmary, QEII and also to her Northwood family. On-line condolences may be sent to: 1016@alderwoods.com — The Chronicle-Herald 21 April 2004

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Lillian B. (Elliott) Ahearn Lillian B. (Elliott) Ahearn, 100 years plus 10 days old, of Brandon, Fla., died Wednesday, April 14, 2004, in Brandon. She was born April 4, 1904, in Rawls County, Mo. — The Naperville Sun 21 April 2004

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Barbara Ann (Ahern) Orlowski Barbara Ann (Ahern) Orlowski, 72, died April 14, 2004 in Rockville, CT after a brief illness. Born in Arlington September 4, 1931, she was the daughter of Robert J. and Mary E. (Higgins) Ahern. A graduate of Massachusetts College of Art, she taught art in public schools in Burlington, MA, Clinton, CT, and at the DeCordova Museum in Lincoln. She was a life member of the Rockport (MA) and Tolland County (CT) Art Associations. She married Edward Orlowski in Arlington in 1958. In addition to her husband, of Ellington, CT, she is survived by two sons, Michael of West Hartford and Stephen of Ellington; three daughters, Andrea Lavitt of Coventry, CT, Carolyn Mangiofico of Stafford Springs, CT, and Doreen Moore of Manchester, CT; and seven grandchildren. Also survived by five brothers, Robert of Arlington, Charles of South Yarmouth, Philip of Chelmsford, Dennis of Acton, and David of Mason, NH; and one sister, Claire Stanislawsyck of El Paso, TX and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Lane Ahern who died in Arlington in 1939. Interment was April 17th in Ellington Center Cemetery. Graveside services were conducted by Burke-Fortin Funeral Home of Rockville. — Arlington Advocate 22 April 2004

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J. Floyd Ahern SACRAMENTO, Calif.—J. Floyd Ahern, 95, of Sacramento, formerly of Sioux City, died Saturday, April 17, 2004 in Sacramento. Services will be 11 a.m., Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, Sacramento. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Sacramento. Mr. Ahern was born July 28, 1908, in Sioux City. He grew up in Plymouth County. Following his high school graduation, he was awarded a teaching certificate. He taught at the high school level and coached basketball. While in Sioux City, he was employed for the Schraft's Restaurants. He married Dollie Lucille Betsworth on Nov. 9, 1938, in Sioux City. Floyd and Lucille moved to Sacramento on Jan. 1, 1939. Survivors include his beloved wife of almost 66 years, Lucille Ahern of Sacramento; his four children, Tom, Pat, Kathy and Margaret Ahern, all of Sacramento, Calif., and his grandchildren Karen and Michael Sterken of Sacramento. His daughter Marilyn Ahern preceded him in death. Memorial Donations can be made to the Sacramento Food Bank, 3333 -3rd Ave., Sacramento, CA 95817. — Sioux City Journal 22 April 2004

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Florence (Voute) Ahearn AHEARN—Florence V., born in the Bronx, NY, on May 13, 1919 to Matthew and Irene Voute, died peacefully on April 22, 2004. Predeceased by her brother Albert, sister Ruth, and sweet grandson Stephen. Cherished wife for 64 years of John, Sr. Florrie loved being a home maker and mother to John, Jr. (Debbie), Irene Steinfelder (Tony), Donald, Sr. (Cheryl), Kathy (Susan). Special "mother-in-law" to Angela, and "aunt" to Ann Heenan. Proud Nana of John III, Daniel, Laura, Donald, Jr., Stacy, Alicia, Adam, Dan, Sean, and Kevin. Also survived by eleven great grandchildren. Florrie loved animals, but especially her dog Bootsie and cats Willie and Sara. She had a passion for singing old songs, taking long drives, eating good food (nuts, spaghetti and ice cream), red geraniums and clown paintings. Her family thanks the staff of Cedar Lodge for the compassionate care they gave Florrie. Contributions in Florrie's memory can be made to the Little Shelter Animal Rescue, 33 Warner Rd., Huntington, NY 11743. Services, private. — Long Island Newsday 23 April 2004

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Josie Ahern AHERN, Josie—Passed away peacefully at home, on April 22, 2004, in the presence of her beloved daughters, Geraldine and Kathleen. Devoted wife of Tom (deceased). Lovingly remembered by her extended family in Australia and throughout the world. The Rose Beyond The Wall Still Grows A Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of JOSIE will be celebrated at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 264 Miller Street, North Sydney, on Thursday (April 29, 2004) at 10.30 a.m. Following Mass, the burial will take place at Macquarie Park Cemetery. Ann Wilson Funerals, Family Owned and Operated. 9971 4224 — Sydney Morning Herald 24 April 2004

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Julia "Julie" (Black) Ahern Passed away on April 23, 2004, at age 82. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Ahern, Sr., for 53 years; loving mother of Gene (Rosann) Ahern, James (Marilynn) Ahern and Jack Ahern; loving grandmother of Alison, Gina, Maria and Maureen; great grandmother of Nick and Matt; beloved daughter of the late William Black, Sr. and Mary (Judge) Black; dear sister of Mary Cox, and the late Margaret Powers and William and Robert Black; dear sister-in-law of Claire and Raleigh Shaklee and Kathleen Ahern. Served in the U.S. Marines from 1943 to 1945. A graduate of Mission High School. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Friends may visit Sunday, April 25, 2004 from 4pm to 9pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Sunday, 7pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 1:15 pm at St. Gabriel Church, 40th Ave. and Ulloa, San Francisco. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. — San Francisco Chronicle 26 April 2004

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Betty C. (Ahern) Kohs Betty C. Kohs nee Ahern, devoted and loving wife of the late Richard "Dick" F. Kohs. Loving mother of Marge Faretta, Richard (Kathy) Kohs Jr., Stephen (Trish) Kohs, Carol (John) Adamitis and Eileen (Steven) George. Dearest grandmother of Patrick (Katie), Nicole, Jonathan, Joshua, Faretta, Tom and Michelle Kohs, Alex and Tyler Kohs, Meagan Radloff, Katelyn and David Adamitis and Grace George. Dear sister of James (Ann) Ahern, Sr. Denisia Ahern O.P., the late Mary (the late Ray) Morris and the late Marguerite Adlhoch. Dear sister in law of Therese and the late Harold Gunty. Aunt to 68 nieces and nephews. Visitation was Wednesday 3 to 9pm funeral Thursday 8:45 a.m. from the Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home 10727 S. Pulaski Road to Most Holy Redeemer Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Sinsinawa Dominican Dev. Fund. 585 County Rd. Z, Sinsinawa, Wisconsin 53824 would be appreciated. 773-783-7700 or 708-423-5400 — The Star 29 April 2004

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Cedric William James Ahearn AHEARN, Cedric William James—Passed away, peacefully in his 44th year at Peel Memorial Hospital on Saturday April 24th, 2004. Dearly loved husband of Diane and loving father of daughters Elizabeth and Lindsay. He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters; Marjorie McInnis (Louis) of P.E.I., Florence Flynn (Wayne) of P.E.I., Eileen MacInnes of Bath, Ontario, Lorraine Ahearn of Fergus, Ontario, John Ahearn (Cathie) of Acton, Ontario, Russell Ahearn (Denise) of Orangeville, Ontario and his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents John and Violet Ahearn, sister Esther Cotton and granddaughter Ariel. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for friends and family will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 40 Elizabeth Street, Brampton, Ontario on Sunday May 21st, 2004 at 2:00 pm. Followed by a small reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. — Independent/Free Press 30 April 2004

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Mary Francis (Thoma) Ahern Funeral services for Mary Ahern of Dubuque were held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 3 at St. Raphael's Cathedral in Dubuque. Siegert-Caser Colonial Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery in Cresco. Conway Funeral Home handled the arrangements in Cresco. Mary, 81, died Friday, April 30, 2004 at home. Mary Francis Ahern was born March 14, 1923 in Dubuque, the daughter of Nicholas and Henrietta (Koempel) Thoma [sic]. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy and worked at the Archdiocese of Dubuque newspaper and The Witness. On August 21, 1943 she married Vergil Francis Ahern at St. Raphael's Cathedral. They moved to Cresco where they raised their family. Mary also served the Archdiocese in various functions and assisted Knights of Columbus Council 1571 with bookkeeping. In 1978 they moved back to Dubuque. Vergil died August 10, 1980. She was a member of the Secular Franciscan Order. She was a first-rate gardener, seamstress, and baker. She is survived by five children: Mary Therese Ahern of Dubuque, Barbara Ann LeGrand of Platteville, WI, Susan Catherine Kratz of Iowa City, Mark Joseph of Cresco, and Paul Francis of Marengo; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Vergil; her parents; three sisters: Sylvia DeLire, Florence Vincent, and Sister Harrietta Thoma, BVM; and two brothers: Paul and George. [see also: Bernice (Ahern) Medhaug] — Times-Plain Dealer May 2004

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Grace (Ahearn) Morrison Grace Ahearn Morrison, 81, died Tuesday, April 27, 2004. There will be a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. EDT Tuesday at St. Peter Claver Church in West Hartford, Conn. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 4655 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32309, or Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. The Molloy Funeral Home in West Hartford (860-232-1322) is handling arrangements. Online remembrances may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com. The widow of James F. Morrison, she had lived in Tallahassee since 1976. She was the daughter of the late John F. Ahearn and Anna Kane Ahearn. Grace grew up in Waterbury, Conn., where she graduated from Crosby High School. She was a graduate of St. Joseph's College. In 1954 she married James F. Morrison. Grace was employed as a child welfare supervisor for the State of Connecticut Welfare Department. She thereafter worked as a social work consultant. She and Jay moved to West Hartford in 1960. There they raised their two children, Anne and Tom. She was active in the parish activities of St. Thomas Church and served as a Girls Scout leader. After Jay's retirement, they moved to Florida. Grace was the embodiment of her name. She lived a life of caring for others. She was devoted to her husband and to her children and six grandchildren. Grace is survived by her daughter, Anne Morrison Danaher (and husband John Danaher) and their children, Ceara, Brendan, Austin and Mary Kate; her son, J. Thomas Morrison (and wife Jacquie) and their children, Grace and Barbara; two brothers, Edward "Ned" Ahearn (and wife Mary Gertrude) of Madison, Conn., and John F. Ahearn of Shoal Creek, Ala.; a niece, Moira Ahearn Cohen; a nephew, Kevin Ahearn; and many close friends, especially Mary McCormack Thompson. Grace was preceded in death by her husband on April 12, 2004, and a niece, Katie Ahearn McManus. Grace lived her faith. That faith, together with her dignity and strength of character, sustained her through difficult times and inspires all who knew her and were touched by her goodness and kindness. The Morrison family extends its deep appreciation to the caring staff of Big Bend Hospice House. — Tallahassee Democrat 2 May 2004

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Mary D. (Beeftink) Ahern Mary D. Ahern of Libertyville. A memorial Mass for Mary D. Ahern, 83, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, 22333 E. Erhart Road, Mundelein. Mrs. Ahern died Saturday, May 1, 2004. She served as first president of the St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Mary of the Annunciation, where she also served as a minister of care. She was the loving and beloved wife of the late Bernard; and daughter of the late Catherine C. and Henry Beeftink. She leaves many cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, 22333 E. Erhart Road, Mundelein, IL 60060, the St. Vincent de Paul Society or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home, Highland Park. Friends may visit www.dailyherald.com/obits to express condolences and sign the guest book. For funeral information,(847)831-4260 or www.kelleyspaldingfuneralhome.com. — Chicago Daily Herald 4 May 2004

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James Vincent Ahearn AHEARN, James Vincent, late of Pinjarra Hills, formerly of Ashgrove. Passed away 4th May, 2004, aged 79 years. Much loved Husband of the late Marjorie and Brother of Eileen Hyde. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a Requiem Mass for James on Friday, 7th May, 2004, at Mater Dei Catholic Church, Monoplane Street, Ashgrove, commencing at 1.30 p.m. followed by Interment at Pinnaroo Cemetery. Donations to Parkinson's Disease Qld in lieu of flowers would be appreciated. K.M.Smith - 3252 2031. — Brisbane Courier Mail 6 May 2004

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Alice (Kennedy) Ahern Alice (Kennedy) Ahern, of Bundy Lane, Storrs, died Saturday May 8, 2004 at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham. Born October 26, 1918 in the Bronx, NY, Alice was the daughter of the late Alice (Close) and William E. Kennedy. Prior to coming to Storrs in 1959 she was a researcher at the Association of National Advertisers in Manhattan. She was predeceased by her husband Thomas E. Ahern and her 3 brothers, William E., Robert E., and John F. X. Kennedy. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Jeanne Ahern and Mark Mogayzel of Westford, MA and her extended family. Her family will receive friends at the Potter Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St., Rte. 195, Willimantic on Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 99 Jackson St. Willimantic with assembly at the church. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Thomas E. and Alice K. Ahern Award in care of The UConn Foundation, 2390 Alumni Dr, Unit 3206, Storrs, CT 06269-3206. This award is given annually to a UConn student involved with the Board of Governors and Student Activities. Please visit www.potterfh.com for directions and online memorial guestbook. — Hartford Courant 9 May 2004

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Jeanette "Jan" O'Hern O'HERN, Jeanette "Jan," 96, of Tampa, Fla., formerly of Erie, Pa. and born in Metz, France, died of a heart attack on May 9, 2004. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald J. O'Hern; and sister, Alice Anderson. Jan is survived by her only child, Thomas W. O'Hern and wife Shirley of Tampa, Fla.; grandchildren, Casey O'Hern, Kristen O'Hern, Kimberly Meyer, and Scott Weatherington; great-grandchildren, Sierra O'Hern, Devin O'Hern, Megan Meyer, Katlynn Meyer, Rachel Meyer, Jonathan Slye, and Nate Weatherington. Jan lived a full life, giving of herself to others. She was a wife, a mother, a retired Hillsborough County school bus driver, cared for an invalid husband for many years, and volunteered at Shriners Children's Hospital, University Community Hospital, and the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. Family and friends will gather for a visitation at 10 a.m. with a memorial service at 11 a.m., Friday, May 14, 2004 at Terrace Oaks Funeral Home, 12690 N. 56th Street. — Tampa Tribune 11 May 2004

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Clare T. (Calnan) Ahern In Quincy, May 21, 2004, Clare T. (Calnan) Ahern, beloved wife of 48 years of the late David J. Ahern. Devoted mother of Julie A. M. Ahern and her husband Frederick L. Pugliese of Watertown, Terri C. Dalton and her husband William P. Dalton of Braintree, and David J. Ahern of Waltham. Grandmother of Sean Dalton, Colleen Dalton, Brendon Dalton and Frederick J. Pugliese. Sister of Myra Romanelli of Norwood, the late Irene Hawkins and the late Carole Calnan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Ave., QUINCY, Tuesday, May 25 at a church and time to be announced. Visiting hours Monday 5-8 p.m. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery, West Quincy. For those who wish, donations in Mrs. Ahern's memory may be made to the Natl. Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central N.E. Chapter, 101 First Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02154. — Patriot Ledger 22 May 2004

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Margaret "Rita" (Cashman) Ahern Ahern (Blackrock, Cork): On May 25, 2004, peacefully, at her residence, Ballinure Cottages, RITA (MARGARET) (nee Cashman), dearly loved wife of Patrick and loving mother of Eileen, Thomas, Marie, Therese and the late William. Sadly missed by her loving husband, family, brother, sisters, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Lying in repose at the Temple Hill Funeral Home, Boreenmanna Road of Jerh O'Connor Ltd. Removal on this (Wednesday) evening at 7.30pm to St. Michael's Church, Blackrock. Requiem Mass on tomorrow (Thursday) at 2.30pm. Funeral afterwards to St. Michael's Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Marymount Hospice. May she rest in peace — Evening Echo 26 May 2004

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Bernie J. Ahern LOLO—Bernie Ahern, age 70, of Lolo, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2004, at Community Medical Center with his