William B. Ahearn, Sr., 71, of Norwell and formerly of Milton, passed away August 10, 2023 after a courageous battle with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD).

Despite a disheartening diagnosis, Bill never lost his will to live and fought hard to battle the effects of this terrible condition.

Bill grew up in Milton playing hockey and proved to be an impressive scholar athlete at both Catholic Memorial and Babson College where he “graduated with distinction” ... which he often reminded his family. Bill never pursued anything halfheartedly. He was hardworking, reliable, and steadfast in everything he did. In his career he obtained many accreditations and licenses in insurance and finance. Always studying and working around the clock for clients that needed his expert guidance.

An admitted workaholic, Bill never took away from what mattered the most to him, his family. His most proud accomplishments in his life are his children and then later, his grandchildren. He never missed any of his children’s sports and school events and boasted of all their accomplishments to anyone who would listen.

In later years his devotion to his wife became his focus and purpose, helping care for her following a stroke. They would have celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary this month. His love and admiration for her will surely last beyond this lifetime.

Bill was a gentleman and had the most kind and beautiful heart. He was selfless and loyal and all the things that made you proud to know a man like him. He will be dearly missed.

Beloved husband of Jean (Connolly) Ahearn. Loving father of William B. Ahearn, Jr., and his wife Amber of Scituate and Kelli Ahearn-Lucas and her husband Artie of W. Bridgewater. Cherished Papa of Johnny, Bodie, Camden, Violet, Harlow, and Duggan. Brother of Michael Ahearn of RI, Kevin Ahearn of Boston, and Kristin Pomponi of Waltham. Bill was predeceased by his parents F. William and Bernice (Blum) Ahearn and sisters Karen Driscoll and Kathleen Ahearn.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton, Monday August 21 at 10:30 am. Family and friends are invited.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the https://www.theaftd.org/ in memory of Bill.