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Susan Ahern Obituary
After a courageous battle with cancer, Susan entered into eternal life on Thursday, August 29, 2013 at the age of 76 at her home with her family by her side. She was a resident of Fond du Lac WI, and Naples Fl.
She is survived by her beloved husband John of 51 years, loving mother of John E. III "Tripp" (Colleen) Ahern of Fond du Lac, Brigid (Rob Waeldner) of Yarmouth ME, Timothy (Rose) Ahern of Fond du Lac, Tony (Linda) Ahern of Fond du Lac, Maggie (Brian Murphy) of Charlotte NC, and 16 Grandchildren that she dearly cherished. She is further survived by her sister Kathleen Fieweger of Naples, FL and her brother John O'Leary of Winter Springs, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Helen O'Leary as well as her sister Ellen Kuehl and brother Tom O'Leary.
Susan was born in Neenah, WI on November 25, 1936 the daughter of John and Helen Walter O'Leary. She attended St. Patrick grade school and Neenah High School.
She attended UW-Madison for 2 years and graduated from Marquette University in 1959 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She Married John E. Ahern on June 9, 1962.
Susan has been a long time member of Holy Family Parish in Fond du Lac and a former president of Charity Club and Service League in Fond du Lac. She was also a member of St. John The Evangelist Parish in Naples, FL and former president of the Woman's Club at the Pelican Isle Yacht Club in Naples, Fl.
Susan will long be remembered for her total and unwavering commitment to her family and in particular her 16 Grandchildren. In addition, her Irish wit and general love of life along with her many dear friends are her true legacies. For the past 20 years she has spent her time between Fond du Lac WI and Naples, FL.
Visitation will be held at Zacherl Funeral Home, 875 E. Division St. Fond du Lac, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Visitation will also be held on Wednesday September 4, 2013 from 9:00 to 10:45 AM at Holy Family Parish Church, 271 Fourth Street Way, Fond du Lac.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish Church at 11:00 AM on Wednesday. Interment will be private for the family.
In loving memory of Susan, in lieu of flowers, memorials in her name are appreciated to St. Mary's Springs Academy Second Century Building Campaign, 255 Hwy K, Fond du Lac WI 54937.
Susan's family would like to thank Hospice, Agnesian Healthcare, Above and Beyond Care, and Doctors Fownes and Jones for all their special care and attention during this difficult time.
Zacherl Funeral Home is serving the family. www.zacherlfuneralhome.com
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Sharon Baudry
October 3, 2013
To the Ahern Family:
My sympathy at the loss of your beloved mom. Your memories of her and her fondness for life are the legacy that she left for you. keep them alive in the grandkids.
September 19, 2013
I am to sorry to hear about Susan. My heart goes out to you John and the family Joyce just told me about it yesterday. my thoughts and prayers are with you all Jeanne Meyers
Jennifer Jardine Rortvedt
September 9, 2013
To the Ahern Family...the memories we have of your mom and your family will be with us always! She was a wonderful lady. Love you guys and we are so sorry. Jennifer (Jardine) & Jim Rortvedt
David Wang
September 6, 2013
My condolences, I have asked my mother Lorraine "Murphy" Wang and my Dad to roll out the Irish welcome mat for her in Heaven. I am sure it was done along with the help of Mr. Mike Floyd.
May god be with each of you.
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Mary Meany
September 4, 2013
My sympathy to everyone in that big Ahern family (and to Kathleen Fiewieger). My deceased Mom and Susan's cousin, Betty O'Leary Meany, always looked forward to Susan's Xmas picture of the family! May they be enjoying a good long conversation in heaven together!
Julie Caylor
September 4, 2013
Mrs. Ahern made all her children's friends feel welcome in her home. Thank you for living such a wonderful life. She is truly and inspiration to all.
Jessica Richardson
September 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ahern Family at this difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Love, Jessica Richardson and C.J. Smith
September 4, 2013
John and entire Ahern Family, We were so saddened to hear about Susan. She was one of my all time favorites in FDL. Our prayers are with you all. The David Pawsat Family
Kevin and Beth McBride
September 4, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Ahern family. Susan will be missed.
Andy & Mary Karls
September 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the Ahern Family.
Senator Michael & Sandy Ellis
September 3, 2013
John & family,
We are sending our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Susan was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
Cathie Aschenbrenner
September 3, 2013
I've wonderful memories of hanging out on the porch on the lake while my daughter Ann and Bridget swam & hung out; they were friends from "nursery school" Ms Lane/Cohen. Blessings and sympathy to each and all of you.
Chad Koenigs
September 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the entire Ahern family. Susan was a great woman.
David & Carmen Horton
September 3, 2013
We are sending you John, your entire family and friends our deepest sympathy and prayers during this time of sorrow.
May God Bless you all.
The Horton Family
Suzanne Milner-Hagman
September 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the O'Leary and Ahern families.
Matt Fisher
September 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Angie Chacon
September 2, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. She was a wonderful lady.
F.A. Ziegelbauer
September 2, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you John amd your family.
Carrie and Al Caruso
September 2, 2013
We are sending our prayers and thoughts to John and your family. While living in Fond du Lac we enjoyed memorable times with you and Susan rooting for the Badgers.
September 2, 2013
ON BEHALF OF MY DECEASED PARENTS-RONALD AND JOAN FUERMANN, I SEND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO JOHN AND THE ENTIRE AHERN FAMILY. DIANE FUERMANN
John Klinzing
September 2, 2013
My prayers and sympathies to the family. She will always be remembered as a great lady in my book.
"Klinker"
Michael & Maybelle Traut
September 2, 2013
John our deepest sympathy to you and the entire family.
Elaine & Kevin Powers
September 2, 2013
John, our deepest sympathy. Susan will
be remembered for her sincere kindness,
generosity and friendship but most of all for her love of her family.
She will be truly missed.
patricia greene
September 1, 2013
susan was a grand lady we will miss her
September 1, 2013
Our sympathy goes out to Susan' entire family. She will certainly be missed.
Tom and Carol Rauschenberger.
Gail Louise
September 1, 2013
Susan was a class act lady. So warm and loving and always a lot of fun. She will be missed. My condolences to John and the family.
Capt.Phil and Karen Pica
September 1, 2013
Our hearts are with you John.
Jack Elliott
September 1, 2013
My condolences
September 1, 2013
Our sympathy and understanding.
Brian, Mike, Jim, Joan and Tony Leon.
August 31, 2013
Our love and prayers to the entire Ahern family
Chuck and Liz Wenzler
Charles Keller
August 31, 2013
John our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chuck and Karla Keller
Paul Jordan
August 31, 2013
The Jordans send their condolences and prayers to John and the entire Ahern family. She was a great friend to my parents and will be missed.
Mike O'Leary
August 31, 2013
John,Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the family at the passing of Susan. She is well loved by our side of the family.
Mike O, John and Loretta O'Leary
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