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Willard Ahner Obituary
Willard Ahner Jr., 68, of Parryville, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in his home.
He was a tractor-trailer driver, having worked for many years at Interstate.
Born in Lehighton, he was a son of the late Willard and Beatrice (Keiser) Ahner.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a lifetime member of the Franklin Township Fire Company and a member of the Lehighton American Legion.
He loved to ride his motorcycle and enjoyed taking many road trips.
Surviving are a sister Joy, wife of Fritz Lauer of Lehighton; and many nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters.
Services: All services will be private and at the convenience of the family. The Mayes-Melber Funeral Home, Weissport, is in charge of arrangements.
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Helen Wright
April 17, 2025
You were a great guy. Thank you for your service. Loved talking to you when I would be at Sharon´s. I Will think of you every time I pass by your apartment. May you rest in peace.
JAN D.GULDEN D.M.D.
March 16, 2025
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY IN THE U.S.ARMY
Robert J. Miklas, USN
March 11, 2025
Willard, you failed to make your battle stations during general quarters. You are now relieved from your watch. A job well done fellow navy veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Smooth sailing shipmate.
Grateful
March 11, 2025
Willard,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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