Thomas C. Ahern

Thomas C. Ahern entered into rest on January 13th, 2016 in Fremont, CA at the age of 95. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Edna M. Ahern of Fremont, CA; his beloved children: Thomas K. Ahern (Marilyn) of Liverpool, NY, and Mary Ellen Meade (Bob) of Reno, NV; grandchildren: Shannon (Jeff), Heather, Shawn (Michelle), Bobby, Michelle and Colleen; and 6 great grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother James F. Ahern. Thomas C. Ahern was born on February 16th, 1920 in Oswego, NY. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in January 1942 serving aboard the USS Long Island (CVE-1) during WWII. He continued his service to his country until his retirement in November 1966. Tom served with pride and satisfaction for over 23 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. He began his civilian employment with the Dept. of Agriculture in April 1967. He traveled to various State Capitols throughout the Western Region conducting audits. He retired from the Dept. of Agriculture in February 1984. Tom deeply believed in church and community involvement. He was an Usher, Lector and Eucharistic Minister in his parish of Holy Spirit Church in Fremont, CA. He was proud to have established the Holy Spirit Blood Bank in 1965. He was active with the Knights of Columbus, Council 2692, rising in the ranks to become a Grand Knight. He was active with The National Association of Retired Federal Employees, serving in various capacities over the years. He was a member of Seniors in Retirement (SIRS). He volunteered with the Centerville Presbyterian Church, helping to feed the homeless. He volunteered with the Fremont Police Dept. assisting with the Handicap Area Parking Patrol (HAPP) for over 10 years and was honored to be named Volunteer of the Year in 2001. His compassion for his fellow man was only surpassed by his unwavering devotion to his family and friends. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm with Vigil Service at 6:30pm on Monday, January 25th at Fremont Chapel of the Roses, 1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA. Funeral Mass will be held at 11am on Tuesday, January 26th at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Tom's name. A private family inurnment at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA will take place at a later date. https://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/donation.do?cID=14262&pID=24671

Thomas C. Ahern

February 16, 1920 - January 13, 2016