Bernard Louis Mahoney

Bernie Mahoney passed from this life on November 20, 2015. Born Bernard Louis Mahoney December 7, 1944 to Paul and Frances (Griffin) Mahoney.

Following graduation from Dowling High School in 1964, he went on to serve in the US Army. He then attended college and played football at Bemidji State University. After returning home he began working for Chicago and North Western Railway.

On September 9, 1972, Bernie married Barbara Olson. They were blessed with two sons, Shawn and Brendan. Bernie was known for his kind heart, quick wit, great stories and wisecracking sense of humor. He had a great love for the outdoors, from hunting and fishing to cross country skiing and sailing. Bernie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Barb, son Brendan, and parents.

Bernie is survived by his son, Shawn; grandchildren, Anna Grace and Bentlee; siblings, James (Sharon) Mahoney, Rosemary Mahoney, Madeline (Rick) Storey, Ann (Ron) Culver, Cathy (Fred) Windhorst, John (Lisa) Mahoney, Teresa (Floyd) Graham, and Patti (Craig) Knight; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Wednesday, November 25 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with visitation from 8:30 to 10 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Georgetown, IA that afternoon.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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