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Eleanor Ahern Obituary

Eleanor Marie Ahern Nov. 26, 1924 ~ Aug. 11, 2010 Resident of Danville On Wednesday, August 11th Eleanor left us to reunite in eternal life with her beloved Bill, with whom she celebrated 63 years of marriage. Eleanor was born in Oakland, California on Nov. 26, 1924 to Elizabeth and George Stohlgren. She attended Sacred Heart Grammar School and Holy Names High School where she met lifelong friends. She attended the University of California at Berkeley for 2 years then worked for the telephone company. She married the love of her life, Bill Ahern, with whom she raised four children. This "Stay-at-Home Mom" found time to work with special needs children, volunteer for Children's Hospital and spent over 20 years devoting one day of her week to drive cancer patients to their appointments. In addition, she also started her own business, TIOLI, where she was happy to be your personal shopper at the Gift center in San Francisco. She was an amazing cook and baker known for her scrumptious treats and elegant presentations! Always the perpetual host, she kept an "open door" policy at her home where good friends and family often gathered. You never left hungry and if you stayed long enough your clothes would be washed and ironed. She loved to travel, host luncheons for her girlfriends and spend as much time as possible with her family. She was always "dressed to the nines" elegant and beautiful. She was constantly taking care of everyone around her. She had a brilliant sense of humor, contagious laugh and impeccable style Eleanor loved her faith. She was a devout Catholic and a daily communicant. She was a loyal friend, devoted mother and grandmother who loved unconditionally. She will be greatly missed by her children: Michael Ahern, Patricia Manifesto, Elizabeth Hackl, Gregory Ahern; and their spouses: Sandra Ahern, Thomas Manifesto, Ric Hackl, and Kathleen Ahern; grandchildren: Cynthia Martino, Kimberly Windsor, Jonathan Ahern, Kevin Ahern, MaryAnn Torres, Michael Ahern, Erin Ahern, and 9 great-grandchidren. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service to celebrate a life well-lived on Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at 10:30am at St. Isidore's Church, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA. Contributions can be made to your favorite charity. Wilson & Kratzer - Danville (925) 820-2999

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Aug. 15, 2010.

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September 3, 2010

To Elizabeth and the Ahern Family:

Please accept our condolences on the loss of Mrs. Ahern and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of mourning.

Dennis & Gioia Egan
(formerly of Assumption Parish)

August 18, 2010

On behalf of the entire Everett and Pola families you have our sincerest sympathies. We'll remember both your mom and dad in our thoughts and prayers.

Rob Everett

Agnes Moore

August 17, 2010

To the Ahern Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the death of your mother. Your loss is also a loss to all who knew her. She was a kind and wonderful woman, a dear friend and she will be greatly missed. You are all in my prayers during gthis difficult time. God bless you all -
(A donation is being made to World Vision in Eleanor's memory.)

August 17, 2010

Remembering Grandma Ahern and the wonderful Persimmon Pudding (with Saint someones sauce) she would share with us on Thanksgiving. The Pasquini Family

Karen & Dave McBrayer

August 16, 2010

Twinkling eyes, a beautiful smile and infectious laugh - maker of the best shrimp mold ever - you will be missed.

mary reid

August 16, 2010

I so shall miss our Tuesdays togheter! I was so in AWAH of all your very special stories . All of which I shall keep close to my Heart. I adored you and how much you loved your husband and Family. You were trully one of a kind. I learned a lot from U Thanks so much!! To thy own self be True. Please give a big kiss and hello to Joe and Eve for me. Goodnight Mrs Ahern where ever you are!!!

August 16, 2010

Oh my gosh what can I say. She was a true Angel in all ways I always had so many fun times with EL. AShe always said how blessed she was with such a wonderful husband. and so very proud of each of her children. She had a srong will and a Great sence of Humor of which I think she passed on to all her Family.. Goodnight Mrs Ahern where ever you are.. Heaven for sure. Here she comes Bill !! Say hi to Eve and Joe for me. xoxo

Roseann Ryan

August 16, 2010

The first time I met Eleanor she was "ironing" and probably still is ! She passed on her great sense of humor, compassion and etiquette to her children and my heart goes out to this wonderful extended family....

Casey Nice

August 16, 2010

Condolences to the entire Ahern Family.

C Jung

August 16, 2010

The thought of losing both parents in such a short time is unfathomable. Our sincere condolences are with you.

Cindy Jung and Julie Knapp

Linda and Paul Stich

August 16, 2010

Rest in peace

August 16, 2010

Thinking of the family...and remembering Eleanor...
All our love from Seattle,
Dave and Patti

Sharilyn Weber

August 16, 2010

What an amazing lady! She left such a mark on all that were fortunate enough to know her. Her legacy is her beautiful family! All are wonderful, loving people who obviously were brought up by great parents. My heart goes out to all of you. May she rest in peace.

Kathleen Ahern

August 16, 2010

We will miss you Eleanor! (Mom and Grandma) We love you tons and tons!

Kathleen, Greg and Erin

Ray Bernauer

August 16, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Terry Bartholomew

August 15, 2010

Sorry to hear about the loss, sounds like she had a wonderful life

Chuck Greene

August 15, 2010

Our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Chuck and Maureen Greene

Therese Stack

August 15, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Eleanors passing. I talked with her on the day of Bill's funeral and we shared warm and wonderful memories. She expressed how she wanted to join the gang up above. They are all together now reuniting and keeping an eye on all of us, and of course they are all dearly missed. My condolences to the family. Miss you all, xxoxoox Therese Stack

Kim Windsor

August 15, 2010

You left an imprint in all of our hearts. It is hard to go through a day without thinking about you, as you were so involved in our lives. You are my idol and I can only hope to follow in your footprints. I miss you dearly!

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