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JOSEPH WHITAKER Obituary

WHITAKER
JOSEPH of Mayfair, suddenly on July 19, 2011. Beloved husband of Clare Whitaker (nee Rendall). Devoted father of Jaclyn C. Whitaker and John A. Cifaldi. Loving son of the late Harry and Cecilia Whitaker (nee Granville). Son-in-law of Gloria Rendall, step-son of Debbie Winkler, brother of Cecilia, Harry, Michael and Thomas Whitaker. Loving grandfather of Nicholas, Hayley and Anthony. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass Wednesday 10 A.M. St. Matthew Church, 3000 Cottman Ave. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 125 So. 9th St., Suite 202, Phila., Pa 19107.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jul. 24, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH WHITAKER

20 Entries

Joan Whitaker

July 20, 2012

Clare & Jaclyn
A year has passed already since we all lost Joe, yet it seems like yesterday. You know he will never be forgotten. I hope you begin to heal more with each passing day.

Love, Joanie

Frank Stidham

January 15, 2012

I remember Joe from Disston grade school & Lincoln High. Always upbeat & joking around, every one liked & respected Joe. I ran into Joe again about 20 years ago, he remembered me and still made me laugh as he did so many years ago. I will always remember Joe, he was and will always be a class act.

Tracy Milligan

September 8, 2011

RIP Joe, I only knew you a short time at Clemens/Giant. I a sorry to hear of your passing.

Brian Sacco

July 27, 2011

I had the pleasure of growing up on the same block as Joe, Clare, and Jacky. I was able to witness, first-hand, the great person that he was. A kind, good-hearted person and a wonderful husband and father. My heart goes out to Jaclyn, Clare, and family. I'm truly sorry for your loss, and you'll be in my thoughts and prayers.

July 27, 2011

mike and joan,
our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time . mike, we did not know your brother joe , but if he was anything like you , he must have been a great guy !

mike,mary,frannie, hannah and maura gilligan

John Cifaldi

July 26, 2011

Joe... you had such an impact on my life. You did the best you knew how to be a Father to Jaclyn and I & a good husband to my Mom. I will never forget the memories, all the good and hard times we been thru. My kids lost a terrific grandpop.. We miss you Joe, we will never forget you!!! Watch over us.

Love ya, miss ya.
your lil' buddy Johnny!

July 26, 2011

The Gehres Family sends condolences. Our thoughts are with you.

Jennifer Cifaldi

July 26, 2011

Rest in peace Joe. You will be missed by so many. I am honored to have had you in my life, and even more in my kids life. Nicholas, Hayley & Anthony loved you so much and they will always remember their Pop Pop Joe. Nicky will always remember his trips to the diner for breakfast, and playground. To my mother in law Claire, sister jackie, and my husband John,I hope the pain gets easier everyday, I wish I could help ease it. To all family and friends, your in my thoughts and prayers. You will be missed Joe, love Jen

Rebe

July 26, 2011

Clare, Jaclyn and Johnny,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful person, always smiling and never had a bad word to say about anyone. I never knew anyone who laughed and smiled like him, he was one of a kind. He was loved by everyone in my family, and everyone is so saddened by his sudden death. I have lots of memories of him and they will be in my heart forever.
R.I.P. my dear Brother-in-law.
I Love you..Rebe

Tim Gallagher

July 25, 2011

Clare and the Whitaker Family,

I was so saddened to hear of the passing of "Joey Whit". My memories of the family out back of my house go all the way back. Joey always made me smile and had so many people who loved and admired him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as I vacation with my own. I'm sorry that I can't be there to offer a hug or a handshake along with my personal condolences. Jaclyn's message is beautful and tugs at my heartstrings!
Timmy Gal

Pat Hosgood

July 25, 2011

Clare,

I am sorry for the loss of your husband Joe. You memories will help you through this along with your children and grand-children. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Pat (R-7)

Kathy McGinnis - Kuharich

July 25, 2011

Clare,
From my own experience of losing someone suddenly who is so close to you there are no words I could say to ease the pain. I have some great memories of "Joey" as we grew up together. I will cherish those memories. You can always find laughter in them. My deepest sympathy to you, your children and family.

Marianne Robinson

July 24, 2011

Jaclyn,
A light is from my household gone, a voice I loved is stilled, a place is vacant in my home which never can be filled. God gave me a beautiful father - a father who never grew old, you were always there with a helping hand, help me now to accept His plan. I miss you now, my heart is sore, as time goes by I will miss you more, your loving smile, your gentle face, no one can take my "father’s place".

Jaclyn Whitaker

July 24, 2011

To my daddy <3 breaks my heart you left me behind but i hope your in a better place ,if the pain was to much for you to bare and it was your time to go then ill carry your pain for you and you in my heart, ill miss my best friend, keep me safe my beautiful angel ,love you!!!!!!

Joann Judge

July 24, 2011

Clare, Jaclyn and Johnny,

There are no words to express how sad I am with Joe's passing. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone he ever knew or touched in any way. I know how much he loved you guys...hold on to that and keep him close. His most important job is at hand now and that is to watch over you, Jaclyn, Johnny and all those he knew and loved. I have felt it a privilege and honor to have known Joe and I will always treasure the memories of him. You hang in there cuz...because now there is one more angel to watch over all of you. Always remember also, that I am here for you guys anytime day or night.

Love you,

July 24, 2011

Clare,
Nothing can fill the void that Joe's passing leaves to you and Johnny and Jaclyn. You have been there for so many of us and now it is time for us to be there for you. Joe was a fine man. Hold him in your heart and we will all hold you in ours.

Mike

Joan Whitaker

July 24, 2011

Our family will never be the same without you.You were always so down to earth and funny. Miss you so much, till we meet again. Love you.

Thomas Whitaker

July 24, 2011

The world lost a man with a huge heart of gold for all those he touched and cared for. Aunt Clare, Jackie and Johnny my heart goes out to u and I love u guys. Uncle Joe u will be missed dearly and never forgotten. I know u will be up there watching over us. I love you buddy. May you rest in peace.

Harry Whitaker Jr

July 24, 2011

The world lost a great man way to soon, you always kept us laughing Uncle Joe and we will never forget you, your in a better place and pain free now. We Love You.

Janet Whitaker

July 24, 2011

Clare, Jaclyn & John
Words can not express the sadness in my heart for your loss. His smile will forever be with us and the love he had for each of you will give you strength until the day we can all be together again.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I know that you will each keep his memory alive within your hearts.
I love you all,
Aunt Janet

May You who see their troubles and grief respond when they cry out. (Psalm 34:18; 10:14a, 17)

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