Evelyn “Lyn” Cahill-Ramirez, 56 passed away comfortably in her home on September 3, 2021 in Chandler, AZ. Lyn fiercely fought Glioblastoma brain cancer for the past 4 ½ years with amazing Faith, Strength and Courage.
Lyn is survived by her loving husband of 35 years Carlos Ramirez Jr and 2 children, their son Carson Ramirez and daughter Alanna Ramirez; Her mother Karen Clarno (Jeff ); Father Dennis Cahill (partner Liz Varney); Brothers James Cahill (Joan) Brendan Cahill (Norah); Sisters Maret Wicks (Jeff), Kim Clarno, Kate Clarno, and Annette Perez (Danny).
Lyn was born on November 23, 1964 and grew up in Tempe. A graduate of Tempe High School, class of 82, raising her family in Tempe then moving to Chandler in 1998. Lyn went back to complete her education at Arizona State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in Recreation Management. She was employed with the City of Tempe for 17 years working at nearly every Tempe recreation center (Escalante, Dennis Cahill Senior Center, Pyle Adult Center and Kiwanis Recreation Center.) She loved serving the community and always had a service minded heart and wanted the residents/customers to have a positive experience.
Lyn was always invested in exercising. She enjoyed being an aerobics instructor, hiking, CrossFit training, and camping in Payson (Bear Flats). By far, Lyn’s favorite form of exercise was running. As an avid runner Lyn ran 3 marathons, several half marathons, 10K’S and 5K’s.
A rosary will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 10:30 A.M. with a Mass held at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary’s Basha, 230 W. Galveston Street, Chandler. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Chris Williams
Words cannot describe how brave Lyn was over the last four years. I am in such awe of the faith she retained during all of it. And I will always remember the kindness she and Carlos showed me going through my own health issues. Even while she stood in the path of such a huge battle. My heart goes out to all of her family. Carlos, we
Love you.
Dan Bramble
Your family is in our prayers. May the Lord watch between you and your mother until you meet her again. We are sending all our love your way.
Julie swanson
I’m so sorry Carson. Thank you for sharing this with me. Sending you and your family lots of hugs.
Nadine
Her picture is so her. That vibrant smile and her bubbly personality. I’ll cherish the imprint she’s left on all our hearts. RIP Beautiful Lyn, we’ll miss you dearly.
David Cahill
My deepest sympathy to Carlos, Carson, Alanna and the whole family. I loved talking to Lynn these last few years and getting a chance to have her meet my son and share some of the memories of him as he grows up. Lynn was an amazing woman and she has left such an incredible mark behind on the people she left behind.
Linda Cano
What a very special lady she was. I was so incredibly blessed to have her in my life. Sending happiness, love and peace to her beautiful family.
Jeff
Carlos, Carson and Alanna, I don’t have to tell you how special your mom was and how lucky we all are to have known her. She was just one in 50 million. She will be missed dearly and my family feels blessed to have known her. Big hugs to you all and we will all meet her again one day.
Love and prayers for the whole family.
The Thomas’
Tim Tokuda
Lyn was an inspiration to all of us and will be sorely missed. Her smile and huge personality were highlights for me at StudioFIT. We are so very sorry for your loss and are here for you my friend.
Lona Gearhart
Carlos, you and Carson and Alanna are in my prayers. We will all miss Lyn’s presence on this earth, but can rest assured that she is whole again and in heaven. I am so glad to have known her, what an amazing woman.
Mindy Butler (Fedorchak)
I’m so sorry for your loss. Lyn was a wonderful person , I remember all the fun times we had in high school, she always had a smile.
Sue A. Widmer
Karen and Dennis and family. Even though we have loss touch over these many years I was so saddened when I read about you all losing Lynie at such a young age. I so remember those days when we all lived on 16th Street and Lyn was this darling little blond girl who ran with the neighborhood gang of kids. I can picture her in my mind to this day. I am thinking of you and holding her memory dear to my heart. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Sue Widmer
Diana Meyer
It is hard to realize that such a vibrant young women has been taken from us. I will always remember her energy, her sense of humor and fun. My deepest condolences to her family.
Theresa Barrett
Carlos,
I am so grateful that God connected me again with Lyn. She was a warrior for a very long time. Through it all she always kept her humor, grace and faith. Such an inspiration!
As Lyn loved to share her favorite musical artists/songs with me during our visits, as I struggled with how to capture my thoughts I turned to music. The lyrics from “Super Market Flowers” summarize my feelings about my beloved friend:
“I know that when God took you back he said Hallelujah you’re home.”
Although we are left behind to grieve, I believe there is a party going on in heaven for their new angel. I am lifting you and your family up. You are very much in my prayers and thoughts.
Jennifer Leon
My heart goes out to Carlos, Carson, and Alanna. What a beautiful soul Lyn was. Very energetic, funny, positive, and joyful. Her personality was so contagious. I was blessed to have her as a boss, mentor, and best friend. May she Rest In Peace. Wait for me at the finish line, Lyn!
Tom Varela
Carlos
Very sorry to hear the news about Lynn, I grew up on 16th St. with Lynn and attended elementary through high school with her. I remember her as always positive and with a smile. My condolences go out to you and your kids.
Tom Varela
Tina Brennan
Gone too soon. I would like to have had more time with her. I was so fortunate that i got to meet her and am grateful for that. She had a lovely presence. I won’t forget her. I send prayers and love to her on her journey to the other realm.
Jana Moore
I will miss Lyn’s energy and words of wisdom. She was an amazing mentor and huge impact in my life. I am thankful to have known her and to have learned so much from her.
Sending prayers to her family and friends.
Deena Pace
I met Evelyn only when she was young but knew her parents well. Karen Hansen Cahill is a beautiful intelligent woman and her father, Dennis Cahill is a handsome multi talented man. It does not surprise me at all to read of Evelyn’s great achievements in life when she came from such an outstanding gene pool. I express my sincere condolences to all her family for their tremendous loss.
Ron Gomes
Carlos, Carson, and Alanna I am so lost for words, my condolences to you all I will miss Lynnie. She was, is and will always be in my heart she represented LOVE, JOY, HAPPINESS, COMPASSION, and KINDNESS. I will now and always remember my bestie and all the great times we enjoyed working together and all the fun we had LAUGHING, the FRIENDSHIP RIEHP my sister I LOVE YOU and will MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH GOD BLESS ❤️❤️❤️