Doris R. Ahrens

Doris R. Ahrens

Doris Ahrens Obituary

Published by Walker Funeral Home & Crematory - Sylvania on Feb. 10, 2013.
Doris Ruth Ahrens age 85 of Toledo passed away Sunday, February 10, 2013 at her residence. She was born February 17, 1927 to Cyrus and Alice Kingston. She had a long nursing career specializing in eldercare. She was the past director of nursing at Heartland Holly Glen and Ridgewood Manor. The widow of Donald W. Ahrens, she is survived by sons William (Judy), Donald (Karen), Timothy (Libby), Philip (Josie), and Andrew (Dawn) Ahrens; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and sister Beverly Shear. There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be held Thursday at 11 AM in Gloria Dei Lutheran Church 5845 Elmer Dr. Toledo, Ohio 43615. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the church. Arrangements by Walker Funeral Home and condolences may be sent to the family at walkerfuneralhomes.com

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