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Kelly McCall
August 11, 2020 | Athens, OH
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Linda Maher
Athens, Ohio
Jul 21, 1954 – Mar 15, 2020 (Age 65)
About
BORN
July 21, 1954
DIED
March 15, 2020
AGE
65
LOCATION
Athens, Ohio
Obituaries
Send FlowersATHENS - Linda Gayle (Mayer) Maher, 65, of Athens, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020. She was born July 21, 1954 in Athens. Linda was a kind, empathetic, and gentle soul with an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. She was an encouraging wife; an understanding, patient mother; a devoted daughter; a supportive sister; a loving aunt and grandmother; and a loyal friend. Linda had a profound impact on the lives of many children and families as a childcare provider.
She was a founding member and former treasurer of the Athens Catholic Community Food Pantry. Linda was an avid photographer, like her father, and a member of Athens County Knitters. She visited all 50 states and several European countries. Other notable interests included reading, cooking, movies, musicals, plays, and almost all things Disney. She loved all colors as long as they were blue. Linda had an uncanny knack for remembering birthdays and important dates to the delight of her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Grace (Pugh) Mayer; grandparents, John and Mabel Pugh; special aunt and uncle, Marjorie (Pugh) Watson and Gregor Watson; and in-laws, Raymond and Janice Maher.
She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Robert L. Maher of Athens; father, Robert E. Mayer of Warsaw, Indiana; sister, Vicki (Joel) Casarrubias of Round Lake, Illinois; children, Matthew Maher of Beavercreek, Ohio, Rory (Kelsie) Maher of Corvallis, Oregon, Marilyn Maher of Athens; three grandchildren; and several loving cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws.
A funeral Mass and memorial service will be scheduled in late May as conditions permit. Arrangements will be announced by Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Association Central and Southern Ohio Chapter, Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio, and the Athens Catholic Community Food Pantry. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register book at www.jagersfuneralhome.com.
Guest Book
When I think of Linda, I immediately think of family. Linda clearly loved being a member of family groups, loved our Disney family reunions, and loved family visiting Athens and her house of blue (and Disney). At least from my perspective, the in-law part of sister in-law never applied to either Linda or my wife Mary. Linda was a sister in the Maher family, as is Mary. Because of that reality, there will be a big empty space at our family gatherings no ambitious road map for days at...
Thomas Maher
April 27, 2020 | Hudson, FL | Family
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Linda was my beautiful, loving, thoughtful, and generous sister-in-law. She sent cards for birthdays and anniversaries on time to everyone. Her special had-made gifts were made with love and thoughtfulness. She had energy galore, always planning the next vacation, the next family reunion, and coordinated fast passes for a number of us at the Disney Parks, a no small feat for such a large number of people. I remember the night she persuaded me to stand in line two hours until midnight just...
Mary Maher
April 20, 2020 | Hudson, FL | Family
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Aunt Linda was a wonderful Aunt. She always knew how to make positive out of a negative situation. She always knew how to make me feel good especially when I was feeling down. She never forgot my birthday. I will always remember when she would bring the board games and card games to family reunions. She was especially great at the board game trivial pursuit. I will miss you always but I know that you are free from pain. I know that you are in a better place now with your mother, Grandma Jan,...
Annamarie Maher
April 19, 2020 | Hudson, FL
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Bob and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing! I hope you can find some peace in knowing she is in a better place. May the love and beautiful memories you all share comfort you during this difficult time!
You're all in my thoughts and prayers!
Angy Thompson
OEA (Athens) Zanesville
Angy Thompson
March 30, 2020 | Lancaster, OH
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So sorry for your loss!
Penny Bartlett
March 27, 2020 | Athens, OH
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So sorry for your loss.
Penny Bartlett
March 27, 2020 | Athens, OH
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Celebrating in Hawaii - 2004
Paulo Coelho said "Important encounters are planned by the souls long before the bodies see each other." I am so thankful that "planned" meeting occurred on 10/31/1972. Many years of love and friendship.
My love to her and her family. She was a born planner and I am certain she has resumed.
I will think of her often as she was a very special person I had the privilege for 47 years to say was my friend.
Love Craig B.
March 22, 2020
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Linda was a beautiful addition to our life. She was our son Judes nanny at a critical time. It was amazing to get to know her. Such an amazing, kind person!
Melissa Haviland
March 22, 2020 | Athens, OH | Friend
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