Fr PATRICK AHERN 9 July 1933 - 23 January 2009 |
Fr Patrick AHERN was a Salesian missionary from Ballylongford, Co. Kerry. He died in Nelspruit (S.Africa), 23 January 2009, aged 78. “Fr Pat was rector several times and it sat easily on his shoulders. He was light on authority and generous in compassion, friendliness and affirmation. He was always available for people and would appear at regular intervals at the front of the house to greet all within sight. His passing left an innumerable number of people in profound grief. He was an enthusiastic supporter of the Manzini Youth Care project and so many have to thank him for an opportunity for education. Don't look for buildings or for big schemes, projects or initiatives - just look for the many people who have been enriched by his life.” Fr John Coleman, Salesian Bulletin, April-June 2009. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal. |