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John Whetzel Obituary
John Wayne Whetzel, 56, of Edinburg, passed away on March 15, 2021. He was born in Woodstock, VA, on December 15, 1964 to the late Jimmy L. Whetzel and Jean Artz Whetzel.
John graduated from Model Secondary School for the Deaf, Washington DC in 1983. He worked for Shaffer Egg Processing, Richard Hottel Carpentering, and Commercial Press before beginning a 26-year career at Green Bay Packaging, where he worked as a material handler.
He is survived by his wife Crystal Monk Whetzel and son Matthew John Whetzel. They were married August 23, 1997. Also surviving relatives are his mother, Jean Artz Whetzel; two brothers, Robert (Joyce) of Woodstock, and Jay (Cindy) of Winchester; nieces and nephews, Ashley Rhodes (David), Tony (Mikayla), Joshua, and Nicholas; three great nieces and nephews, Zoey, Maison, and Bryson.
He is remembered for his love of his family and making everyone laugh.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021, 11:00 AM at Valley Funeral Service in Edinburg. Pastor Dale Bowers is officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be sent to Blue Ridge Hospice and Community Mission Church of the Brethren.
Online Condolences can be left at www.valleyfs.com
Arrangements by Heishman Funeral Home Inc., Valley Funeral Service Branch, Edinburg.
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Kim Price
March 18, 2021
My condolences to the family at this very difficult time. I'll be praying for you all and if you need anything Jay please let us know. May God grace sustain and keep you.
Carla (Wilkin) Plaugher
March 17, 2021
I remember John from Kindergarten; we were buddies and communicated in our own special way. He will forever be remembered. Prayers & deepest sympathy to his family.
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