FR BEVERLEY AHEARN, CSsR, RIP

(1 August 1929 to 22 February 2024):

Fr Bev finally died on Thursday afternoon at 3:25pm and it was fitting that his niece, Una, was at his bedside. She had stayed by him for hours, including many nights, during these past few weeks. Fr Andrew and I had both visited in the previous three hours and we gathered again with his brother Raymond to pray in thanksgiving that the Lord had finally called him. He will be sorely missed by our Redemptorist Community and by his loving family, all of whom have been attentive during his final illness. With the loss of his sight some years ago, Bev’s final years were challenging, but he radiated a serenity and peace, which were inspirational. I, personally, have many reasons to be grateful for his friendship and wise counsel. May he rest in peace. We anticipate that his funeral will be in early March.