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Geary Ahern Obituary
Geary Edward Ahern, MD of South Nyack, NY, born February 19, 1943, died unexpectedly on April 23rd 2014. Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Friend and Psychiatrist.
Geary devoted every ounce of his being to his family and Psychiatry, his life's work. He was always good for a conversation and never in a rush. He was generous with his time, his heart and his homemade pesto. He enjoyed life on his own terms and at his own pace.
He is survived by his wife, Mary, son Christopher, daughter-in-law Ellen, grandson Jonah, granddog Dinga, siblings Pat, Julie, Tim, Jim and Larry and their spouses, as well as his beloved Doyle in-laws and many other family members and close friends.
His boundless curiosity and compassion for the world around him was and continues to be a source of joy and inspiration for all of us.
Visiting will take place on Sunday from 3PM until 6 PM at the Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc. in Nyack. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11 AM at St. Ann's RC Church in Nyack.
Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc.
88 South Broadway Nyack, NY
(845) 358-0573
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Memories and Condolences
for Geary Ahern
Marcia Tammi
April 20, 2023
The years do not diminish the gentle wisdom he taught me....
Thank you always Dr. A!
Marcia Tammi
May 21, 2014
my email corrected.....
Marcia Tammi
May 21, 2014
What an open heart and great mind. Dr. Ahern taught me to view myself and the world with compassion and humor.
How very kind was his essence! After the birth of his grandchild I said, "You've grabbed the brass ring, you have it all and he answered, "I certainly do!".
With much gratitude for 16 years of care, Marcia Tammi
May 21, 2014
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Dr. Ahern's family. He was my physician for only one year but his impact on my life is profound. May you find solace in the life he lived, the lives he affected and may he rest in peace. God bless!
James Langford
May 19, 2014
You have my sympathy. We were in the same class at St. Andrews - Society fo jesue. i missd a chance to catch up a few years ago at a Fordham Jesuit Alumni dinner. Patience eases the loss.
James Langford
May 19, 2014
I was in the same class as Geary in the Society of Jesus at St. Andrews. A few years ago, I saw him and Mary at an alumni didder at Fordham for a moment. Now I wish whe had talked for a while.
James T. Langford
J Carroll
May 8, 2014
I never knew a finer man, for his wisdom, his kindness and his strength.
May 8, 2014
I never knew a finer man.
J Carroll
May 7, 2014
dear nancy,
thank you for your kind invitations.
this saturday is not good, but would you please tell me more in an email about may 24th sent to my email address:
[email protected].
many thanks.
m2
May 5, 2014
I have very fond memories of teaching at Xavier with Geary as a fellow Jesuit in Training. I regret our paths diverged and wished we could have collaborated. My condolences to Chris and the family.
Rev. Don Hands, Ph.D.
Episcopal priest/psychologist
Peggie Arvidson
May 4, 2014
My Uncle Geary was a little bit of "everyone's" Uncle.In the way he has of making each person feel that his attention is on and with them, no matter what else.
He taught me to question and to have faith. He taught me to laugh at myself when I most self-absorbed, he helped me find my way through heartache (both real and perceived) and he always let me know that I was one of a kind and that it was perfect to be so. What he helped instill in me is the sense that EACH of us is perfect at all times. If I can bring that light into the world a little more with his guidance from the heavens, I'll be grateful.
Chris, Mary, Ellen, Jonah - so much love in my heart for each of you -- peace and prayers.
Nancy Garniez
May 2, 2014
He was a wise and caring physician, a huge support through all manner of crisis and in all manner of need. Warmest condolences to the whole family, whom he loved so dearly and of whom he was so proud.
Steven D
May 2, 2014
My sincere condolences to Dr. Ahern's family and friends. He was my doctor for almost 14 years and helped me greatly to deal with many difficult issues. Throughout the years, he always knew what to say with words that gave comfort but still stayed with the truth. I will miss his intelligence, compassion and humor.
marc becker
May 1, 2014
Dr. Ahern helped me get through some very difficult and confusing years and somehow gave me the confidence I needed to get to the other end. I will never forget the comforting image of him sitting in his rocking chair and taking notes and listening and always saying the right things. So sorry to Mary and Christopher whom I never got the pleasure to meet but must be very special people.
ed k
May 1, 2014
Please accept my deepest condolences.
April 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Please know that God is your comfort and support during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy.
Sherry Katz-Bearnot
April 30, 2014
Geary was a colleague and trusted friend since I met him in 1978. I was a first year resident, and he was a third year. He was always brilliant, able, compassionate, and kind. He said I had a positive transference. It's true. I do, and always will. But what I believe is also true. Our heartfelt condolences to his dearest Mary and beloved Christopher. And if there is anything I can take care of, please let me know! Sherry Katz-Bearnot and Bob Bearnot ([email protected])
Sue Rudin
April 28, 2014
He was a big, kind teddy bear of a man, with an amazing intellect and unlimited compassion.
tom mulhern
April 27, 2014
Geary's untimely death is a great loss to South Nyack; whenever I encountered him at social gatherings or in passing on the street, he was warm and welcoming with a great smile that suggested a deep and confident joy in life.I will miss him
Nadine Castro
April 27, 2014
Adam and I send our heartfelt condolences to Mary, Chris and all those left behind whom Geary loved the way he only knew how. The world will be poorer for his absence in it.
May his memory be blessed!
Kathy Johnson
April 27, 2014
Dr. Ahern was a kind and gentle soul. Just listening to his voice would put you at ease. He will be greatly missed. Keeping his family in my prayers.
Natavia Dupree-McLean
April 26, 2014
I will miss Dr. Ahern and I send my condolecence to all of his family friends. I so thank him for being there for me and my family always. Rest in peace dear friend until we meet again.
Terry & Natavia Dupree
April 26, 2014
Our deepest condolecence to all family and friends of Geary. I knew him so personally because I was his secretary at Helen Hayes Hospital for many years Heaven has received a true Angel. My heart so ache for him and all the family. Just know that we all will see him again as promised by Our Father in Heaven.
April 26, 2014
Geary was a supervisor of mine in residency, then colleague, then friend of mine. I will miss him terribly. Maureen Turey
John Schader
April 26, 2014
I attended Xavier HS when "Mr." Ahern was a teacher there. I treasure my memories of being on the swim team and Geary Ahern was an important part of that experience. He was the team's moderator. He cared about all of us on the team, helping to motivate us and showing through his example how to support and care for each other. Everyone had a nickname and I fondly remember his as "Gears". Please accept my condolences and heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I feel it too, even after so many years.
Kathy Baldwin
April 26, 2014
A great Godfather, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle- we miss Uncle Geary deeply. His kind, caring, compassionate nature, and his love and devotion for his family was always evident in everything he did. He was always trying to help anyone in need. We love you so much Uncle Geary- this is a great loss to our family. Our prayers are especially with you, Mary, Chris, Ellen and Jonah and we will be there for you like he was always there for us. The Arvidson/ Baldwin Family
Tina Jones
April 26, 2014
Dr Ahern was a great man and doctor. Always with a kind word and gentle voice. He was compassionate and a great source of comfort to his patients and co-workers and he will be truly missed.
Stella
April 26, 2014
My condolence to you for this irreparable loss. May you be comforted by God until the time when no one will say "I am sick" and death will be swallowed up forever. Isaiah 33: 24 and Isaiah 28: 8
David Leibow
April 26, 2014
Geary was a great man: humane, skilled and dedicated physician and warm, caring friend. He never complained about life's travails and was always ready to laugh. He was special but made you feel special.
April 26, 2014
Dr.Ahern was gifted with caring,compassion and insight. He will be remembered with grateful prayers.My condolences to his family.
mei-mei meng
April 26, 2014
dear mrs. ahern and chris,
dr. ahern was my private doctor for over 30 years. he literally helped me rebuild my life cell by cell. i feel in many ways, we also grew up in helpful ways; our daughter, kate who will be 30 in june, is just a bit younger than chris. dr. ahern allowed us to watch chris in class at corpus christi to see if we liked that school for kate.
i had a very tragic background, but dr. ahern helped me not have a tragic present, a huge job that required patience, dedication, love, sincerity by example and unflinching courage.
he also set the example that what you do defines your life , love and priorities.....
he set me free.
he also connected my husband jim to helpful work with dr. leibow, and our daughter, kate with dr. turrey.
our whole family owes much to him and we join you in feelings of deep loss.
yours,
mei-mei meng
April 26, 2014
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. God has loving concern for bereaved ones. He will help your family through this difficult time. (Psalm 146:5, 9)
April 25, 2014
Dr. Ahern was a wonderful human being and a superb doctor. On behalf of the Dental Medicine service at HHH, he will truly be missed.
Marc W. Michalowicz,DDS, MSc
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