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Jeffrey Whitman Obituary
Born March 8, 1970, in Mechanicsburg, he was the son of Jeffrey and Kay Clapsaddle Whitman, Boiling Springs.
Jeff was a graduate of Carlow University in Pittsburgh, where he received his degree in the perfusion sciences. He had been employed in Cleveland, Ohio, for a short time prior to moving to the area.
Jeff had been employed by Wilkes-Barre General Hospital for several years prior to becoming Chief Perfusionist at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
He was a member of St. Jude's Church, Mountain Top.
In addition to his parents, Jeff is survived by his wife, the former Cathy Cirko; his 3-year-old triplets, Colin, Cole and Lauren; sister, Kim Reblock, Pittsburgh; and his in-laws, Frank and Cathy Cirko, Hanover Township.
Jeff's family are inviting those who wish to join with them for a Funeral Mass to be celebrated Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in St. Jude's Church, Mountain Top.
There will be no public viewing prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to a trust being established for future needs of Jeff's three children.
Donations may be sent to the trust at Citizens Bank, South Mountain Boulevard, Mountain Top, PA 18707.
Arrangements are by Lisman Funeral Home, Wilkes-Barre.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Whitman
Kelly Flower
August 18, 2008
With deepest sympathy for the Whitman family-I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Jeff's death. I was the Cardiac Cath Lab manager at Geisinger and spent many a long day (and night) with Jeff. His quick smile and sense of humor as well as his compassion and professionalism were a gift to his patients and co-workers. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
maureen
August 6, 2008
Dear Cathy:
May God guide you in this devastating loss of your husband. You had given him the greatest gift that anyone could ever give, the gift of life , your three beautiful children. Although you have suffered great consequences in doing so, your friends and family will alway be here for you.
Kimberly Hischak-Martin
August 3, 2008
To the Whitman family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am a nurse from Lehigh Valley that took care of Cathy a few years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your devastating loss.
carrie lewis
July 30, 2008
Dear Cathy and family,
I just read of your loss. I am sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you. I hope only the kindest things for you and your babies in the future.
Denise (Zimmerman) Blackley
July 28, 2008
Jeff, Kay and Kim,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I remember Jeffrey from days gone by at Mechanicsburg Church of God and the closeness of our families. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you continue to go through this difficult time. He will be missed, but your memories will go on forever and you will see him in the smiles of those three beautiful children.
francine greco
July 27, 2008
To the Whitman family,
We are so deeply saddened by Jeff's passing. Although we didn't see him on a daily basis, we looked forward to seeing him and the recent photos of the triplets he always had with him. He was smart, funny, and caring. We will forever miss his smile.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Anesthesia Staff of GSWB
Al
July 26, 2008
Cathy, My heart goes out to you. With everything you have been through the past three years this could not be more tragic for you and the triplets. Please take care of yourself and your own health and recovery. God will see you through your future with your beautiful little children. You, Jeff, Cole, Colin and Lauren are loved by so many people - please let this love surround you at this time of grief.
J W
July 25, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Jeff's mom and dad and his three beautiful children. What an extreme sad situation. May your faith in God and the love of your family and friends help you to get thru this horrible time.
God Bless you All.
Dawn Ruby
July 25, 2008
The Whitman Family,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy. Jeff was one of the kindest people I had ever come across. It was a joy to see his smile everyday. Even when his days were filled with anguish and emotion he still went on for the betterhood of his family and friends. This world is a lesser place with out him.
To his children, may god watch over you and keep you all the days of your lives.
w r
July 25, 2008
very sad situation feel for the tripplets
Marian Decker
July 25, 2008
To the Whitman family,
I went to school with Jeff. He was such a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendy Horovitz
July 24, 2008
Dear Whitman Family,
I went to Carlow and Shadyside with Jeff and we were confidants through all that stress. His mom might remember speaking to me on the phone when I worked in Erie, PA asking me to encourage Jeff in his job search. My own children enjoyed a visit from Jeff when he played video games with them instead of studying for the upcoming boards like we planned. I am crushed by this sad loss and will pray for your entire family.
Carolyn Hoffman
July 24, 2008
Kim and family, my sincerest prayers are for all of you.
Leonard Go
July 24, 2008
To the Whitman family,
My deepest condolences on your loss. Faith reassures me that he has not only received the gifts of both life and love eternal, but that he will somehow be able to share, in the fullness of time, those same gifts with his family and his children. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Hunskicer
July 23, 2008
Cathy and family: Deepest sympathy and sorrow are extened to you and your family over the loss of your husband. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Jill
July 23, 2008
Dearest Whitman Family:
I didn't know Jeff, but my sister, a lab tech at Geisinger, spoke of him often. Having lost someone very close to me in the same manner, my heart goes out to you all. May God bless you and give you peace.
THERESA WEIDOW
July 23, 2008
CATHY
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF
YOUR HUSBAND. MY THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND
YOUR CHILDREN.
THERESA WEIDOW
melissa sims
July 23, 2008
Whitman Family,
Steve and I were so sad to learn of the loss of your father, son & husband. You have our sympathy. Jeff was a source of joy for everyone who knew him, his kindness will be sorely missed by all. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Christine Herring
July 23, 2008
Whitman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Colin, Cole, and Lauren- your dad loved you so much. We remember the pride in his voice as he talked about you.
Love,
Christine, Scott, Joseph, Brianna, Matthew, and Ryan (your triplet friends)
melissa sims
July 23, 2008
Whitman Family,
Steve and I were so sad to learn of the loss of your father, son & husband. You have our sympathy. Jeff was a source of joy for everyone who knew him and his kindness will be sorely missed by all. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
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