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DAVID WHELAN Obituary
Age 54, of Swampscott, died September 1, 2012 after a brief battle with cancer. Husband of Jean S. (Smith) Whelan; father of Hilary and Trevor of Swampscott; brother of Robert M. Whelan of Salem, Barbara McDonough of Billerica and John Lingaitis of Beverly; son of the late David Patrick and Mary (Dunn) Whelan; he also leaves many nieces and nephews. Funeral on Wednesday at 9AM from the Solimine, Landergan and Richardson Funeral Home, 67 Ocean St. (Rt 1A), LYNN, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. John the Evangelist Church, Swampscott at 10AM. Burial will be in Swampscott Cemetery. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours are Tuesday from 4-8PM. Those who prefer may make donations to Hospice of the North Shore and Greater Boston, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. Directions and guestbook at www.solimine.com
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Sallly O'Neill
September 19, 2012
I was a client of Dave's. What impressed me so much about him was how genuine of a person he was. His love for his family and the way he spoke of them was refreshing to hear. We spoke a few times of his battle with cancer and of mine so I felt a bit of a kinship with him. I just heard the news on Saturday and I was blown away. My heart goes out to his family. Not that you didnt know it but as an outsider it was evident how much he loved you all. So so sorry
September 16, 2012
Rest in peace David, we were cousins and it looks like we followed the same career path.
Nancy Kelly
JOHN MCDEVITT
September 9, 2012
I have fond memories of david in my office planning for his future, he was a fine young man , destined for good things, its very sad that the good people among us pass so young. my prayers will be with his family.
mr John MC Devitt
retired dir. of guidance
swampscott public schools
Nathan (and Hannah) King
September 5, 2012
Treveor, I didnt know Dave well, but thru the years at the meets he always seemd like a real gentleman. When my father died years ago, someone also described him as a gentleman and its been the description that's given me comfort when I think back. I hope it does the same for you.
September 4, 2012
David be peaceful...I did not know you well but your beautiful daughter Hillary was like another daughter to me...I will always be there for her she is a great friend to Monique. Linda Bleau
Mike Gilbert
September 3, 2012
May God hold you, David, and your family in the palm of his hand and may his light shine upon you.
Jan and Garry Baker
September 3, 2012
Rest in Peace, David. Swampscott will forever thank you for you service. We will miss you. God Bless
Lynch Family
September 2, 2012
RIP David-
Diane Dorrough
September 2, 2012
I haven't seen David in many years but still had him and Bobby and Barbara in my thoughts. I know Jean, Hiliary & Trevor will miss him very much. Just know that he is in a better place and in no pain. Thoughts and Prayers with you all.
Aunt Diane
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