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Rev. John J. Ahern

John Ahern Obituary

Ahern PhD STL, Rev. John J. age 80, beloved son of the late James and Margaret Ahern, dear brother of Eileen (Joseph) Mascha, Mary Therese and the late Thomas Scully, Margaret (the late Roman) Rosiak, and the late James (Mary Jane), fond uncle of many. Visitation Monday, from 3 to 8 p.m. at St. Benedict Nursing and Rehab. Center, 6930 W. Touhy Ave., Niles, IL. Lying in state Tuesday, at 9:15 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott, Chicago, IL. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Avenues to Independence, 777 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, IL. 60068, would be appreciated. Arrangements by Ahern Funeral Home, 708- 383-5700. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2003.

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Debra Ahern/Kuffel

May 9, 2003

Fr. Ahern

You were there when I was very young. I will never forget that.

Thank You so Much for all your love and understanding. Rest in Peace.

All my Love.....

Sean Heraty

May 1, 2003

Dear Pod,

You were there for me from the start and still there until the end. You were funny the whole way through and always brought a smile to my face. I write this letter now to you through the guilt i have. Knowing you wanted me to write you soon, in which I didnt do. So I write this letter now to you. Knowing you will read. Guide me through the rest of my life and do not miss conceive.



Thank you so much for what you did for me.

Sean Heraty

Carol Cangelosi

April 28, 2003

To Father Aherns Family, Father has been a part of my life since 1962-63 when he gave a retreat at Notre Dame HS for girls. Each time I was in despair he came to my parish. I have written him letters all my life but never mailed them. I prayed to him and for his help. He never let me down. I will continue to do so., May he rest in peace. I won't have to look for him anymore, I know where he is. God bless

Ann Marie Ehrlich

April 28, 2003

Dear Eileen and Family,

So sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Marie

Mike & Dee Considine

April 28, 2003

Fr. Ahern,

We will miss you this year at the annual Fourth of July party. Of couse, we already know that you will now have a much better view of the fireworks in the sky. Rest in peace!



Mike and Dee Considine

Steve Bower

April 28, 2003

Steve, Diane, Katie & Scott (Petty), Terese, Margaret, Brigid, Lucia and Grace Bower, we will miss him dearly.

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