Dr. John "Jack" F. Ahern Rossford, Ohio Obituary

Dr. John "Jack" F. Ahern

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Dr. John &ldquo;Jack&rdquo; Francis Ahern, 85, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2022, at Landings of Oregon, Ohio. Jack was born on October 14, 1936 in Manchester, New Hampshire to Col. John and Mary M. (Devine) Ahern. At the University of Toledo, he served as Chair of the Faculty Senate, was a recipient of The Outstanding Teacher Award, and the Thompson Award for Student service. For many years, he led university tours of Ireland. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">His publications include a number of monographs about Birmingham&rsquo;s ethnic neighborhood as well as many works on social studies methods including his first book &ldquo;Ideas&rdquo; and his last work &ldquo;Linking Life with Literature&rdquo; co-authored with Alexa Sandmann, which was published by the National Council for the Social Studies. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">He served as President of the Ohio Council for the Social Studies, The Lucas County Retired Teacher&rsquo;s Association, and the Rossford Board of Education. He served on many boards, including the University of Toledo Retirees Association, Historic Perrysburg, Maumee Valley Historic Society, The Way Library Foundation, and Cardinal Stritch High School. He received the Birmingham Friend of the Neighborhood Award and was inducted into the Birmingham Hall of Fame. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">He is survived by his beloved sons, Mark (Kara Pastorek) and Matt (Teeka Garrett); grandchildren, Rowan (Richard), Calvin, Chloe, Elias, Claire Anne, Isaiah; and many nieces and nephews. Jack was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife and best friend, Anne Mary (O&rsquo;Brien) Ahern; and infant grandson, William John (son of Mark). </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Family and friends may visit at the Sujkowski-Walker Funeral Home, 830 Lime City Rd., on Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 2:00 PM until the time of services at 5:00 PM in the funeral home. Interment will be private at Ft. Meigs Cemetery in Perrysburg. Contributions in Jack&rsquo;s memory may be directed to Southern Poverty Law Center (400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104) and Cardinal Stritch High School (3225 Pickle Rd., Oregon, OH 43616).&nbsp; &nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
October 14, 1936 - July 23, 202210/14/193607/23/2022
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Michelle
July 31, 2022
Hi, I went to Ireland as part of one of Jack's University of Toledo led classes in the summer of 1993. I have such fond memories of the warm and welcoming spirit of Jack and Anne. This was an experience that will always be a part of me. Sending you peace, love, and memor... Continue Reading
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Dave & Judy Weaks
July 28, 2022
May the memories of the love and laughter shared bring solace to Jack's family and friends during their time of sorrow. ☘️
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Kira Sandmann & Family
July 27, 2022
Sent in loving memory of Jack. He was a wonderful man who meant a great deal to our family. You have our deepest sympathy --
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Mary Benko Repka
July 26, 2022
Dr Ahern was a wonderful professor at UT. I admire his insight, involvement and dedication to the Birmingham neighborhood where I grew up and Cardinal Stritch where my family and I attended and to which I will be making a donation. I am happy to remain involved with the ... Continue Reading
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Sandy Brown
July 26, 2022
Jack Ahern was truly an inspiration. I had him in class, and the next thing I knew I was working side by side with him doing volunteer work for at risk children. I helped at the Birmingham library and my granny and I helped at the festival. He loved teaching, his student... Continue Reading
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Nancy Fordham
July 26, 2022
I was privileged to know and work with Jack at the University of Toledo in the 90’s. What a kind, vibrant man who lobbied, always, for social justice! He was an energetic life force who attracted others to him with his wit, charm, and intelligence. I will remember him ... Continue Reading
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Darla & Ted Higgins
July 25, 2022
Our deepest sympathy. Wishing you peace and comfort as you share memories with loved ones. We are thinking of you.
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Alexa Sandmann
July 25, 2022
For 30 years I experienced the joy of friendship with Jack Ahern. No one could have been a more steadfast friend, and he was also a fabulous mentor, savvy writer, charismatic presenter, and memorable teacher, besides being a most devoted husband and amazing father. I ... Continue Reading
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Alexa Sandmann
July 25, 2022
Dear Mark and Matt, With my deepest sympathies, I mourn with you. May you be comforted by loving memories of your amazing dad. My love to you both.
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Janet Hardy
July 25, 2022
I had Jack as an advisor whine at UT, studying to be an educator! Dr. Ahern was so interesting, intelligent, kind, understanding, helpful and an absolutely marvelous mentor ! God bless his family during this time of sorrow, but I’m sure he will mentor teachers in heaven ... Continue Reading
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