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Joan Casabian
October 18, 2022
I'm sure she is always with you all in your hearts and minds. Thinking of you all.
Joan Casabian
Joan Casabian
October 19, 2020
So hard to believe that Mary Jo has been gone for ten years. Gone but not forgotten, I am sure by all her loved ones. She was a lovely person.
October 30, 2010
I was looking through the obits this morning and saw a familiar, friendly face before I read the name. Like Pat Corkill Arnett and Kathy Albers O'Neill, I knew Mary Jo and the Whelan family when I was quite young. In the 1950s and early '60s, a number of families with ties to Holy Family Church and the parish school were very close friends. We all gathered at each others' homes and had picnics at local parks; for years, summer meant forming a car caravan and camping together in various California vacation spots. Some of my most cherished childhood memories are from those get-togethers, and the members of those families have a special place in my heart. Mary Jo was always smiling, friendly,and sweet-natured. I'm very saddened by her passing and sent my sincere condolences and love to her family and friends.
John D'Agostino
October 29, 2010
Dear Whalen Family,
We send our deepest sympathy over the loss of precious Mary Jo. We hope that you find deepest joy in knowing the wonderful memories of the beautiful times shared with your sister and aunt.
She was a beautiful Catholic woman who shared all of herself with everyone. How she cherished every minute with her nieces and nephews ! !
May God Bless each of you with His Peace and Love !
Candy & Joe Busalacchi
October 26, 2010
Dear Whelan Clan,
Thank you for the picture, that is how I remember my childhood friend and extended family member of the gang, Mary Jo. Mary Jo remains young in my memories whose wonderful full throttle laugh was truly infectious. Since all our early homes were not equipped with patios and none had the required fancy patio furniture of today, our Holy Family based gang gathered at most of the parks at one time or another to really picnic with ooooodles of food, games, and of course soft ball. Some parks like El Monte and Escondido even had music and you could always fine Mary Jo and I hopping against each other and Kathy Albers stuffed in feed sacks; tied ankle to ankle or running next to each other with potatoes in a spoon. I do not think in all those years we ever once won any race because Mary Jo would start laughing and pretty soon everyone around would be laughing as she swayed, bobbled or tripped and then we all joined in with riotous laughter as we spilled on to the grass. We all loved the bands which were probably not great but provided the opportunity to teach each other the dances of our schools. I always waited in the parking lot for the Whalen Clan car to arrive and see that bright beaming Irish face followed my Ginny. Later, Mary Jo visited us in San Francisco and in Torrance, and treated our little boy as she did all her nieces and nephews with much love and laughter. I do not think she ever met a child she did not love.
Mary Jo was a devoted daughter, and often when I came down to San Diego she and Margaret and Mom, Louise Corkill, and I would meet for lunch and chat and shopping or touring around San Diego. Mom delighted in Mary Jo's and Margaret's company and I know later Mary Jo and I shared how much those meetings warmed our hearts, especially when they both shared about their early lives.
When Irish eyes are smiling, sure it's like a morn in spring. That verse and my golden memories of Mary Jo help wipe the tears away, but the lump in the throat still remains. There is another angel in heaven whose presence is known by her smiling laugh.
Much love and many prayers,
Pat Corkill Arnett and Joe Arnett
October 25, 2010
Dear Whelan Family,
We just saw the announcement about Mary Jo and we wanted to send our prayers and love. The entire Whelan family was a wonderful part of my youth and like others have said, Mary Jo was that extra special person who was always kind to all of us Albers kids. We are comforted to know that she shares a place in heaven with her parents and brothers. Mary Jo has gained that eternal life with God that we all hope to achieve! Grandpa Carl (age 96) also sends his condolences and will remember Mary Jo and the whole Whelan family in his prayers.
With our love and prayers, Bob & Kathy O'Neill (Albers)
Joy Harper
October 25, 2010
Dear Whelan Family,
I've only known Mary Jo a short time but know she was wonderful. A friend had asked me to give her some reassurance about chemo treatments and she was just delightful to talk to and so high spirited. And she loved her family so much. My prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely, Joy Harper
Marge Bock
October 25, 2010
We will miss Mary Jo so much. She has been part of our family ever since she started working at my husband's medical office when she was still in high school. Her cheerful manner and great sense of humor always made our visits moments to treasure. May the entire Whalen family find comfort in knowing how much we treasured her.
October 25, 2010
I was so sad to hear about Mary Jo. She was a special person!! She was the type of person that you meet and she is your friend forever. We all last a good friend. Maura
October 25, 2010
Dear Dan and Family
I am so sorry about the passing of your sister, Mary Jo. Times like this is hard on a family, but it looks like you have a big family and alot of friends to help you through these tough times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Steck sends her deepest condolences too.
Mary Stanford #6770
Janie Klein
October 25, 2010
Dear family,
I am so sorry about you losing Mary Jo. I went to Holy Family school with Mary Jo. I have always remembered her because she was so very kind to me. I was a very shy child as was Mary Jo. We seemed to find a connection with one another. Over the years, I have often thought about trying to find her and reconnect again. Unfortunately, our busy lives just get in the way and now it is too late for Mary Jo and I. I will continue to never forget her. She is a lasting memory for me. My prayers go to you, the family and friends and of course, sweet Mary Jo. Always, Mary Jane (Quapp) Klein ([email protected])
Doug Meyer
October 25, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to the Whelans. I went to school with Mary Jo's brother, Pat.
October 24, 2010
Mary Jo was the Angel in everyone's life. Her cheery smile always lit up the room whenever she walked in. The world is a much sadder place without her. Those of us who had the good fortune to know her are so much richer for the touch of her smile...
Bob & Debra Lindseth
Ed and Joan Casabian
October 24, 2010
To all the Whelans,
We are so sorry to hear of Mary Jo's passing.... a truly sweet person who we are so grateful to have met. In our few brief meetings with her, her wonderful, caring and generous disposition was easily apparent. We are deeply saddened for all of her loved ones she has left behind.
May God give you all the strength and courage you need at this most difficult time. We will be with you in spirit on October 29th.
Love,
Ed and Joan Casabian
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