Geneva P. Ahearn Obituary (1935 - 2021)

Geneva P. Ahearn 1935 - 2021 Winslow - Geneva Ahearn, 86, passed away peacefully at the Alfond Center for Health on July 2, with family by her side. Geneva was born in Winslow on April 18, 1935, the daughter of Martin and Etta McCaslin. Geneva graduated from Winslow High School in 1953. Geneva married Joseph Ahearn in 1955 and they made their home in Winslow with their six children. Geneva worked at the Hathaway Shirt Company and as a Special Education Secretary with the Winslow School Systems. Geneva enjoyed reading, gardening, and knitting. Everybody enjoyed receiving a pair of her coveted Grammy socks! She was a volunteer for the Winslow 4th of July events for many years. Geneva enjoyed rooting for Tom Brady and the New England Patriots. Geneva is predeceased by her husband Joseph Ahearn; her son, David J. Ahearn; her daughter-in-law, Kathleen Ahearn; her grandson, Jesse J. Ahearn; her brothers, Raymond McCaslin and Bernard McCaslin; and her sister, Virginia Lang. Geneva is survived by her sons, Timothy J. Ahearn and wife Melissa of Oakland, Stephen J. Ahearn and wife Hillary of Norwalk, CT., Kevin J. Ahearn and partner Daniel Sears of Boston, MA.; Keith J. Ahearn of Cleveland, OH; her daughter Wendy J. Porter and husband Donald of Hartford, ME. Geneva is also survived by eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, August 14 at the Village Cemetery, Cemetery Street, Vassalboro, Maine 04989. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at www.gallantfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Geneva's name can be sent to the Library at Winslow Elementary school at the following address: Winslow Elementary School, Attention Pamela W. Couture Library, 285 Benton Avenue, Winslow, Maine 04901.