Ramona Ahern

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Ramona "Mona" Mary Ahern, affectionately known to many as Grammy Gram and Gramma Mona, who left us on July 29, 2024. Born on May 3, 1947, in Gooding, ID, Ramona spent her life creating a warm and loving home for her family, bringing joy and love to all those she was around. Her charismatic presence always left a mark on those she met, and her witty sense of humor never failed to make anyone laugh.

As a devoted homemaker, Ramona was nothing short of a domestic goddess. Her empathetic nature allowed her to understand and love her family unconditionally, always placing them at the forefront of her heart. Her hobbies, which included crocheting, creating, fishing, and camping, were a testament to her loving and creative spirit. From her birthplace of Gooding, ID, to her residences in Fresno, CA, Nampa, ID, and finally settling in Meridian, Idaho, Ramona's life was a journey of love and warmth, a testament to her beautiful soul.

Ramona is survived by her loving family, including her daughters, Tina and Mona Harris. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Arthur Hodge, Amy Thomas, Robert Harris, Jennifer Hall, and Tanya Paterson. Her love extended to her great-grandchildren: Sydney, Taylor, Zoë, Elijah, Makai Thomas, Sariah Abbott, Jasmine Paterson, Raymond Harding, Lucas Paterson, Hayden, Mason, Raina, Autum, and Nova Harris. Mona was also blessed to be a great-great-grandmother to August Thomas.

In addition to her immediate family, Ramona shared a special bond with her nieces, Felicia Gaxiola and Diana Velasquez. Nephews Rob and Don Velasquez. Great nieces Elena and Marissa Velasquez.

She considered her family by heart as important as blood, holding close relationships with Lorne Thomas, Jennifer Herron, Emily Winn, Samantha and Braydon Lepcevic, and Lindsey Harris, Marcella Velasquez.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Jess and Robert Velasquez, her sister Josie Velasquez, and her parents, Melicio and Gavinita Velasquez.

Ramona will be remembered for her unwavering love and dedication to her family, her kind and generous spirit, and the warm presence she brought to every gathering. Her legacy of love and strength will continue to inspire and guide her family and friends.

In the words of the Bible, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." (Matthew 5:4). Indeed, Ramona's loving spirit will continue to comfort and guide us. We invite everyone who knew and loved Ramona to share their memories, stories, and pictures on her memorial page. Please help us celebrate the life of our beloved Ramona by sharing these precious moments.