Mrs. Theresa Ahern

Mrs. Theresa Ahern, 86, of Pittsfield, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Born on September 1, 1936, she was the daughter of the late August and Mabel Perron Castonguay. Due to circumstances beyond her control, Theresa was sent to the Walter E. Fernald States School, where she was raised under less than desirable conditions. Despite, an unfortunate childhood, Theresa would go on to have a blessed and prosperous life. In 1967, upon her discharge, Theresa began work with the housekeeping department for the Charter House in Waltham, Mass, where she quickly earned employee of the month and the respect of the ownership. She then relocated to the Berkshires to be closer to family. She began employment at the former Greylock Plastics Co, where she met her husband David. Later, she began housekeeping at the former Hillcrest Hospital, where she dedicated over 30 years of service. Theresa made many friends over the years while working at Hillcrest. In her younger years Theresa enjoyed candlepin bowling, biking swimming and summer camping trips with her husband and son. She also enjoyed singing in the choir at St. Marks church. In her retirement, she enjoyed vacationing in Maine with her husband, and caring for her pets. Throughout her life, Theresa was very adept at assembling jig-saw puzzles . In her later years puzzle making was a source of joy she shared with friends. Theresa was predeceased by her husband of 42 years, David P. Ahern, whom she married on April 15, 1972. David passed away on September 28, 2014. She is survived by her son, William Ahern, wife Brenda, a sister Edwina Addison of Charlottesville Va, sister in law Nancy McGill of Pittsfield Ma, brother in law Richard Ahern , wife Shirley of Burlington VT. her caregiver Sharon Ciepiella of Lanesborough, Ma and dear friend Chris Petel of Pittsfield Ma. as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Theresa was predeceased by her husband David, sisters Louise Giosa, Jeanette Steeves, brothers Robert, August and Edward Castonguay. While Theresa will be missed by all whom she leaves behind, her story--one of strength, perseverance, and inspiration-- will never be forgotten. Funeral Notice: Funeral services for Mrs. Theresa Ahern will be Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 3 pm at the Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North Street, Pittsfield MA. There will be a time of visitation at the funeral home prior to the service, from 1pm to 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to the Berkshire Humane Society or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Mrs. Theresa Ahern

September 1, 1936 - December 15, 2022