Eleanor W. Whittaker

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Eleanor Whittaker Obituary

Of Danvers died peacefully at home on July 23rd, surrounded by her family. She was born, raised & educated in Peabody, daughter of the late Edward and Inguide (Salvaara) Wilson, both finish immigrants. She moved to Danvers in 1940 when she married the late Carleton H. Whittaker. Mrs. Whittaker graduated from Burdett College & worked as a bookkeeper until retiring from George Peabody Cooperative Bank in 1979. She was an active member of the Maple Street Congregational Church. She will be missed and fondly remembered by her family and many friends. Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Judith H. Whittaker of Dedham and her son Carleton H. Whittaker Jr. of Marblehead, her four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Ineinor Wilson and Edith Daniels. A memorial service for Eleanor will be held at a later date. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may do so to VNA Care Network Hospice, 5 Federal St. Danvers, MA 01923. On line guestbook at www.legacy.com. Assisting the family with the arrangements is the Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St. (Rte 62) DANVERS. O'Donnell Funeral Service Danvers & Salem 978-774-6600

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 7, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Whittaker

6 Entries

Remember her like this.

Laurie Mosca

August 12, 2008

She was my Mother's Aunt, my Great Aunt, although she had come to be my friend over the most recent years. I will miss our times together.
She once sent me this. Definition when I asked her "What does Sisu really mean?"
She was full of Sisu in every sense of the word. Let's hope she's passed it along to us.
SISU:
"Sisu is much more than fortitude. It's an old characterization used by the Finnish people, maybe for the last ten thousand years. Jean Sibelius once likened sisu to a metaphysical shot in the arm which makes a man [or Woman] do the impossible.... the mystifying four letters... as something that surpasses fearlessness... an extraordinary endurance, a kind of inner fire or superhuman nerve force which includes courage, tenacity, stubborn determination, energy, and a will [and ability] to get things done."
Now if that doesn't describe Eleanor, I don't now what does! Keep in mind along with SISU, she did it with style, grace and a smile on her face. Having a good time enjoying life.

Marjory Simpson

August 8, 2008

Skip, I'm sorry for the loss of your mother. I have pleasant memories of your mother. She seemed to be a fixture at Maple St. Congregational Church, involved in many things there. I always see her smiling, easy to talk to and so upbeat. I believe I see her personality in you as well. Hang on to those good memories. We both are so lucky to have had our parents live so long. My best to you and your family. Marj

Judy & Joe DiCarlo

August 8, 2008

Dear Judy & Family, Skip & Family and Personal Friends of Eleanor,
Our Deepest Sympathy to you at the loss of such a sweet Mom, Grandmother , Great-Grandmother & Friend. She loved, respected & enjoyed each of you. We will all miss her Love & Friendship, her Spunk, her Zest for Life her Apple Pies and her continued efforts to make us all better at everything we did. "Nina" as some of us called her, showed us all first hand how to enjoy Friends & Family first , Life, Baseball, Gin & Tonics, Cooking, Asti, Foxwoods, Baseball, Dancing, Baseball .... and oh yes, Baseball!! We know there are family & friends in heaven to greet her....Hopefully there is Baseball too so she can be happy there!
We are proud to have been part of her life and happy her family was able to help her transition to her new "home" with love and dignity.
Our thoughts are with each of you during this difficult adjustment period. May you each hold fond memories of her in your hearts forever.

Carol Ann Hanlon

August 7, 2008

I was very sorry to hear that your mother has passed away. Eleanor was a wonderful, kind and loving person and everyone loved her. Eileen Robinson and I had so much fun fishing with her and wouldn't you know it, she always caught the first fish! When I moved to Florida and came back for visits, Eileen would always make sure she brought me over to visit with Eleanor. Your mother will always be remembered with that big smile on her face.

Paul Kelley

August 7, 2008

Judy, Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother, or better know to all of your daycare parents and kids as " Mom". Her love she showed my kids, her energy level and excitment of all my kids to see her when she visited cannot be put into words.Playing games each day and walking the dog with kids in hand will always be remenbered by us and Meaghan, Cailyn and Lindsey. We were all sadden by her death and pass on our prayers for her to you and the rest of your family.

Paul&Kathy Keely and kids- Paul Jr., Kimberly, Meaghan, Lindsey and Cailyn Kelley

Barbara Talbot Bonney

August 7, 2008

Skip, I'm saddened to hear of your mother's death. Although I really didn't personally know her, she certainly raised a terrific son and I'm sure your family is going to miss her. My deepest sympathy to all.

Barbie Talbot Bonney, DHS 1962

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