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Thomas Ahern Obituary
1944 - 2022
Lynn - Thomas "Joe" Ahern, age 78 of Lynn, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Diane (St. Claire) Ahern, with whom she shared 52 years of marriage.
Born in Everett to the late Thomas Joseph and Mary Genevieve (Bowdren) Ahern. Joe grew up in Lynn and was a graduate of Lynn English High School. Following his education, he and Diane raised their family in Swampscott and worked for GE as a Flow Meter Analyst until his retirement.
Joe cherished nothing more than his wife Diane, the 52 years they shared, his family, and his backyard paradise, aka "Mr. Miyagi's Garden"
He was an accomplished singer and songwriter in the 1960's. He wrote a hit song called "Gee, I'm Gonna Miss You" which was covered by Graham Chapman (which charted at #1 in Australia) and the Improper Bostonians.
In addition to his wife Diane, Joe is survived by his loving children; Jennifer Ahern McMasters, Thomas Joseph "TJ" Ahern III, and Audra Ahern Smith; his loving grandchildren; Daniel "DJ" Smith, Emma Ahern, Adam Smith, and Andrew Smith.
He is predeceased by his siblings; Patricia Marsh, Richard Ahern, Kevin Ahern, and Maureen Ahern.
Service Information: At the family's request, funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joe's name to: The Last Resort Rescue (http://www.thelastresortrescue.com). To share a memory or leave online condolences please visit www.cuffemcginn.com
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JENNIFER M MCMASTERS
January 18, 2026
Daddy...how have you been gone for 4 years now? We miss you so much! Every breath, you are there. We all love you so much. "It´ll be ready Thursday!"
Jennifer M. McMasters
January 7, 2025
Happy belated birthday Daddy. Miss you terribly. Love you more!
Jen McMasters
April 25, 2023
Jen McMasters
April 25, 2023
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October 6, 2022
Daddy, I know grief isn't a place to stay, but moving on is difficult without you. Thank you for anything!
Love always,
Your #1 gremlin!
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
January 21, 2022
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