1933 - 2018
Visitation
October 12, 201811:00 to 12 Noon
Dolan Funeral Home
Funeral
October 12, 201812 Noon
Dolan Funeral Home
Charles Lawrence Ahern Sr., 85, passed away on October 4, 2018. Charlie spent parts of his life in Arlington, MA, Westford, MA, South Yarmouth, MA and Largo, FL.
He was married to Marsha (Weeks) Ahern with whom he celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on April 29, 2018.
Charlie was born in Boston, MA, son of the late Robert and Mary Ahern. He graduated from Arlington Vocational High School. He joined the Air Force in 1952 and served for four years. He was owner operator of Myrtle Truck Service located in Billerica for 35 years.
Charlie was Past President of the Compass Riders Motorcycle Club out of Billerica, MA. He was a member of the American Legion in Florida. He enjoyed playing golf and pool with family and friends.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters Karen Worthen and husband Gary of Port Charlotte, FL and China Lake, ME, Corine Szidat and husband David of Westford, MA; two sons, Charles L. Ahern, Jr. of Westford, MA and Scott Holmes and wife Eileen of Oak Bluffs, MA; nine grandchildren, Scott, Kristi, Mike, Mary, Amanda, Taylor, Joe, Dylan and Brad, and five great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Claire Stanislawscyk of Pueblo West, Colorado and three brothers Robert Ahern of Port Orange, FL, Phillip Ahern of Largo, FL, and Dennis Ahern of Bedford, MA along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Elizabeth Ahern, and Barbara Orlowski, a brother, David Ahern, and his first wife, Mary Ahern, mother of his three children.
His wake will be held at Morris, O’Connor & Blute Funeral Home, 58 Long Pond Drive, South Yarmouth, MA on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm. There will be a second viewing on Friday, October 12, 2018 from 11 AM to 12 Noon followed by a Funeral Service at 12:00 at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, MA. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Westford, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 www.cancer.org. Funeral Arrangements by DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at dolanfuneralhome.com
Karen Myers
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I am sorry to hear about your dad. I still remember him as a vibrant young man we called “Charlie Brown”.
Ray Murphy
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It is fitting that Charlie was President of Compass Riders. Charlie’s compass was always true. He was larger than life, a tough, strong and good man, and he knew what was important. I did not see him often but enjoyed every moment when I did. I will miss those moments.
Herb & Shelley
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He was a good friend to us. From the minute we met him at Indian Rocks Travel Park he showed us what a wonderful person could be. Charlie we will miss you very much.
Tom and Juan Marie Chevalier
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Tom and I will miss Charlie at the park in Largo Florida. We loved hearing him laugh, it brought a smile to our face every time. He was so proud of his family and looked forward to seeing them. Marsha we will be there for you in the park. Charlie will be alive in your memories for many years.
Tom and Juan Marie Chevalier
Tom and Juan Marie Chevalier
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Tom and I will miss Charlie at the park in Largo Florida. We loved hearing him laugh, it brought a smile to our face every time. He was so proud of his family and looked forward to seeing them. Marsha we will be there for you in the park. Charlie will be alive in your memories for many years.
terry hensley
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Marsha – and Family – You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time — Clay and Terry Hensley
Jodi Dussault
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Dear Marsha,
Such sad news! Jerry and I both thought the world of Charlie. I know he is now on the first tee with “Pops”, and my Mom is watching. We love you!
Jodi and Jerry
Shirley Klemm
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Marsha, I am so sorry for your loss. It was a joy and pleasure taking care of the ‘boys’ every Tuesday at Post 273 in Madeira Beach every winter when you all came down. Charlie was so funny and so easy to banter with. He will be missed deeply. Chicken Fingers and Fries with honey mustard and a to go box! Love you both, hope to see you down here in Florida soon.
Shirley
Adrienne gendron
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My prayers are with you and your family marsha
colin power
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Marsha and family:
So sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. We will surely miss him during our visits to Florida. We are so glad that we got to know him as part of our Indian Rocks family.
Colin and Frances Power
Newfoundland, Canada
Ken and Wendy Snider
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We are so sorry to hear about Charlie. Marsha our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He will be missed in the park. Take care.
Kathy and Warren Patick
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Our condolences to your family. We only met one winter 3 years ago in Largo and so grateful we had the chance. We know he had to be a real light in your lives. Special love to Marsha. Keep on dancing with the angels Charlie!
Sharon Long
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So sorry to hear about Charlie… Marsha our deepest sympathy to you and your family ? Pidge and Sharon
Ann Merrill
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My condolences to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Betty Russell
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Marsha, we are so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing! Cherish the many photos and memories; they will live on in our hearts!
We look forward to seeing you over the winter at Indian Rocks. Take care,
Tom & Betty Russell
Paul and Marsha Gastol
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Marsha words cannot express our sadness over Charlie’s passing. We were looking forward to visiting Charlie in our new spot at the park. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will be at Indian Rocks early Dec. Take care and God Bless.
Mary lou
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The pool games will go on in heaven his buddies are glad to see him,he will be missed,hugs