Willoughby, Ohio
Age 73
Joanne F. (nee Geraghty) Whitaker, age 73, passed away Friday, April 13, 2012. She was the beloved mother of Jeffrey (Patricia), Christopher, Patrick, Jennifer (Brian) Kahl, Mark (Rachel), and Matthew; loving grandmother of Lauren, Melissa, Andrew, Aaron, Alison, and Grace; former wife of Donald...
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Thank you all for your sentiments, prayers and support during this difficult time. Joanne was indeed a special person.
Below is a small poem selected by her grandchildren as a memorial in her funeral mass program.
"Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened." ~ Dr Seuss
Thank you again to everyone.
~ The Whitaker Family
May 14, 2012
To all the Whitaker Family,and Patrick especially,
My deepest condolances on Joanne's passing. I always enjoyed your Mom very much, and thought fondly of her often despite the fact that I haven't seen her in recent years.
"Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamonds glint on snow. I am the gentle Autumn's rain, when you awaken in the mornings hush, I am the swift uprising rush of quiet birds...
Pam Collins
April 20, 2012 | Hingham, MA
To the Whitaker Family, I was so sorry and saddened to hear of the passing of your beautiful Mother. I was her patient at SCC and she took care of me like only a loving mother could. I will truly miss her and will always hold her near and dear to my heart.
Christine Munshower
Fairview Park, Ohio
April 18, 2012
My very deepest sympathy to Joanne's entire family and friends. She always had a twinkle in her eye and a smile on her face. Joanne was a kind, caring lady who touched so many lives. We will all dearly miss her at the Seidman Cancer Center.
Barb Fuerhoff
April 18, 2012 | Sheffield Village, OH
Our thoughts are with the entire Whitaker family. Take comfort in the memories of her kind and loving soul.
The McFarlands
April 17, 2012 | Cooper City, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. JAYNE BLAHA, PERRY OH
April 17, 2012
To Family and friends, Joanne was our work Mom at Westlake ICC. She touched all of our hearts in one way or another. Truly, one of the kindest people I have ever known.
John McKenney
April 17, 2012 | Westlake, OH
To all of Joanne's family,
I had the privliege of not only working with Joanne but also having her as a dear friend. I will always keep her close to my heart; and believe my life is better because of knowing her. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all during this time. I will miss you, JoJo!
Cathy Grzybowski
April 17, 2012 | Olmsted Falls, OH
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Danny, Jennifer and Addison
Danny O'Shaughnessy
April 17, 2012 | Parma, OH