Charline G. Whalen

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Charline Whalen Obituary

Charline G. Whalen, of Canton Center, widow of Richard J. Whalen, Sr., passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at home. Born in Hartford, daughter of the late Charles D. and Josephine M. (Vitale) Gianetti, Charline was an elementary school teacher in both Wethersfield and Canton. Upon her retirement, she very much enjoyed the volunteering that she did for several different local organizations, especially the Canton Historical Museum. Charline is survived by her three children, Richard J. Whalen, Jr., of San Antonio, TX, her two daughters, Joline T. Murphy and her husband Craig of Wilmington, NC, and Kelly V. Orsini and her husband Michael of Wolcott, CT, her six grandchildren, Tyrrell and his wife Lindsey, Jacea, Craig Jr., Cody, Austin, and Alexis, and her great-grandchild, Cadence. Charline is also survived by her sister Christine Casale, her brothers, Dr. Charles Gianetti and his life-partner Jan, Dr. David Gianetti and his wife Joan, as well as her nieces and nephews, Joanne, David Jr., Tim, Gary, Heather, and Mara. She also leaves her cousins Adele Corso, Lou Jean (Corso) Pettit and her husband Fred, Patty (Gianetti) Egan, and many other cousins, along with many special friends. She was predeceased by her sister Isabelle L. Gianetti. Memorial contributions may be made to The Canton Historical Society, 11 Front St., Canton, CT 06019. Arrangements were handled by The Ahern Funeral Homes, Inc., www.ahernfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Aug. 4, 2020.

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Miriam Sacks

July 29, 2023

Charline was the
Kindest friend who was always there for anyone. She is greatly missed.

Miriam Sacks

July 30, 2022

Charline is greatly missed. I looked forward to receiving her letters through the years, living far away.
She always sent beautiful pictures and interesting notes pertaining to the
history of Canton. But most of all, she greatly loved her family, far and wide, telling me if new babies as they came along.
She was stoic and never complained about her illness but had faith she would Rest In Peace, as there is no doubt she has.

Miriam Sacks

July 29, 2021

How I miss the beautiful notes from Charline, often with pictures of Canton's historical sites...I still look at them from time to time to remember her. While my visits to Conn. were infrequent, there would always be a lunch or dinner with her to catch up on our recent events. Her daughter, Kelly, was very kind to read my emails to her, as Charline was not about to learn computers, and I was not a good writer on paper. We both agreed my hand writing left something to be desired. There is certainly a gape in my life without Charline! I certainly do miss her! Rest in peace dear friend. May you be snuggly settled in the arms of angels! Your friend, Miriam

Joe Schneiderman

January 26, 2021

Mrs. Whalen was my 2nd grade teacher and I grew tremendously in her class. Mrs. Whalen joyously saw me go on to practice law. I regret that I could not share the more recent successes with her. But it means the world to me that she continued to root for me even 25 years after I left her classroom at Canton Elementary School. Indeed, she came to my college graduation party. My sincerest condolences on her loss-we are all diminished without her. Thank you, Mrs. Whalen.

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Sarah Peltier

August 10, 2020

Rich,
I am so sorry for your loss, for your entire family. I know these last few months have been difficult, but I hope they provode you peace as well.
I wish I could share words to help.
Your Mom Knew how she was loved and you know how she loved you.
May God provide you Love, comfort and peace.
Sarah

David Mains

August 7, 2020

Know that your mom & dad are together again. They will always be remember as dear friends to our whole family. My mom wanted to make sure you knew that she was saddened by your mother's passing. My mom and dad had so many great times together with your my mom and dad. Stay well!
Love,
Ann Mains and family

Miriam Sacks

August 4, 2020

Charlene was the most caring, kind person one could have as a friend. She will be greatly missed. Miriam Sacks

Sally Pardee

August 4, 2020

Charline was a beautiful person inside and out. Charline and Dick were great friends of my parents, Ann and Jack Mains. I have so many fond memories of them coming to dinner, laughing and having such fun together. I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained a new angel. Fondly, Sally (Mains) Pardee and family. xo

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