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1954
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2020
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Linda Maher Obituary
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.
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Kelly McCall
August 11, 2020
My most sincere condolences.
Thomas Maher
April 27, 2020
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 Disney; family game time will simply not be the same.
Since there is no doubt that Lindas physical ordeal during the last few months propelled her straight to heaven, I pray that Linda watches over all our family, especially Bob, Marilyn, Matthew, Rory, and Kelsie. May her love for family inspire all of us to stay close and cherish our time together.
Mary Maher
April 20, 2020
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 to get the thrill of riding the great Disney Avatar adventure. The two hour wait was worth it! It was thrilling. I have not been able to secure a ride on Avitar since that summer night three years ago. In my mind, Linda will always be associated with that ride. Phone call conversations with Linda were special. She was a marvelous listener. Her gentle words calmed the soul. her love of family was outstanding. She loved us all and was interested in the happenings in our lives. She loved when we visited her home in Athens, Ohio. A real welcome awaited us with food galore to feed the hungry travelers. Her spirituality was evident in the many ways she served her parish community. She was a spiritual woman who gave God first priority in her life. Her love for Bob, her cherished husband, was an inspiration in fidelity and partnership. Marilyn, Rory, and Matthew were the object of her tender devotion and caring. She was proud of each child. Musicals, stage plays, trivial pursuit, movies, museums, world famous attractions, and all things that lifted the human spirit were life-giving to her. Marilyn and Linda were soul mates when it came to entertainment. It is still unreal and difficult to accept her death. God willing, we will reunite in eternity when every tear will be wiped away and only joy in our resurrected state will last throughout eternity.
Annamarie Maher
April 19, 2020
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, and Bob-o. I know I have another guardian angel watching over me.
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Angy Thompson
March 30, 2020
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
Penny Bartlett
March 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss!
Penny Bartlett
March 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Celebrating in Hawaii - 2004
March 22, 2020
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.
Melissa Haviland
March 22, 2020
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!
Jan and Jeff Slattery
March 22, 2020
Sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Her struggle has ended and now enjoys the peace of our Lord. May the arms of his comfort surround the family and friends and this difficult time. Jan and Jeff Slattery
Warren Louie
March 21, 2020
Dear Rory and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending you my thoughts and love.
Michael Greenly
March 21, 2020
Sad to hear of the passing of my Cousin Robert's wife, Linda. May God Bless you and keep you and your family during this very difficult time. Michael
Robin Chesbro
March 20, 2020
Im so very grateful for 54 years of friendship!
Pat Carbone
March 20, 2020
Bob, I was so sorry to read that Linda had passed away. I'm sending prayers to you and your kids and I hope your loving memories of her will help in your grieving.
Pat Carbone
Stephanie Rudd
March 20, 2020
Bob and family , we are so sorry for your loss. One of the things I remeber about Linda is that she was the only cousin that got Grandma Pugh's red hair. I used to hope one of my children would have the red hair, now it's my grandchildren I wait for to see if they will have the red hair. I loved her hair. Linda was always so welcoming and friendly to me and my family. Saying she will be very missed doesn't begin to cover it. Prayers & blessings
Paul Pugh
March 20, 2020
It hurts my heart
Rose Dowdy
March 19, 2020
Marilyn and family i am so sorry for your lose. I know how hard it is to lose a mother, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Wendy Cremeans
March 19, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. The ladies at Fosterbridge.
Kathy Radcliff
March 19, 2020
So sorry to hear this for her family, but she is no longer suffering. I only got to meet her the one time, but seeing all of her family photo's on the wall's I could tell that she had been a wonderful wife and mother. May God be with her family and friends during this most difficult time.
March 19, 2020
She will be greatly missed.
Carol Cockrill
March 18, 2020
I send my deepest sympathies to Linda's family and friends. She was such a lovely person. May the Lord bless and comfort you all.
Sara (Farley) Fares
March 18, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Cousin
March 18, 2020
Bob and Family,
Please accept our warmest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. May time help you heal and bring you peace.
Chris and Danita McLaughlin
Sally Hocking
March 18, 2020
Linda was my friend for 45 years. She was more like a sister and will forever be a part of my heart. I am Keeping you all in my prayers.
Matt Hall
March 18, 2020
My sincerest condolences. If you all need anything at all just say the word.
Pete &Peggy Williams
March 18, 2020
We extend our deepest sympathies to Bob and the entire Maher family. God bless you all.
Ginger Baringer
March 18, 2020
Marilyn and family. I am in shock and I am truly sorry about your loss. I wish I could give you a hug. Please know that I am sending prayers for immense strength and comfort during this difficult time.
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