Obituaries

George Richard Ahlers

Former longtime Cutchogue resident George Richard Ahlers, 82, of Pataskala, Ohio passed away peacefully Nov. 9, 2014 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, after a heart attack, surrounded by his family. 
George was born July 9, 1932, in Brooklyn. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran, who served during the Korean conflict.

George was retired from the construction business after working as a custom home builder on Eastern Long Island for many years.

He enjoyed cooking, and spending time with his family and his dog Foxie.

George is survived by his loving wife Barbara (née Pritt); his two brothers, Robert (Yvonne) Ahlers and David (Janice) Ahlers; his children, Geri (Dale) Terry, Susan Simmons, James Ahlers and Patty (Charles) Hardilek; his stepchildren, Traci (Phil) Cochran, Tiffani DeSanto, and Michele (Jason) Villa; numerous grandchildren and two nephews. He is predeceased by his son Richard.

There will be a private family celebration of life.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

This is a paid notice.