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John Whitty Obituary

WHITTY JOHN J., age 88, passed away Feb. 16, 2003. Born in Phila. Oct. 19, 1914, a lifetime Phila. resident, worked for International Harvester Co. (Navistar) for 42 years, retired from U.S. Army Reserves as Lt. Col. Survived by wife of 63 years, Dorothy; daughter, Dorothy and son, John. He is the beloved grandfather of 7 and a great grandfather. Funeral Mass for relatives and friends Sat., Feb. 22, 2003 at 10 A.M. in the Chapel of St. Mary Manor, 701 Lansdale Ave., Lansdale, where the family will greet friends after 9 A.M. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to St. Francis of Assisi Liturgy Fund, 4821 Greene St., Phila., PA 19144.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Feb. 19, 2003.

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Ruth Pease

February 22, 2003

Heaven just got alot more gentle with the prescence of this truly gentle,loving man. Jacko walked in God's prescence and now he is with him.God Bless.

Andrew Whitty

February 20, 2003

He lived at full life of 88 years. Not only serving his country, but also serving as a role model for all those around him. The world was truly blessed to have had Jacko on it. We'll miss you old buddy.

Andrew Whitty

February 20, 2003

For 88 years he lived an honest life, serving his country, and being an inspiration to all of those around him. I can say that everyone who knew him, loved him, and he will be greatly missed. The world lost a beautiful person. See ya old buddy

denise whitty

February 20, 2003

We all loved Jacko, we will miss him but he will remain in our hearts forever.



He was the ultimate in "Grandfather"

Kristin Whitty

February 20, 2003

He was our Jacko & will be missed greatly.

Matthew Whitty

February 19, 2003

Jacko,

You're an inspiration to us all. I am so fortunate to have been able to know you for over 27 years. Katie is extremely happy to have gotten the chance to sit and speak with you in December. We love you and are very proud you were our grandfather.



Your "old pal",

Matt

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