Thomas F. Whelan

Thomas F. Whelan obituary, Surprise, AZ

Thomas F. Whelan

Thomas Whelan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 30 to May 31, 2023.
WHELAN, THOMAS F. (86) passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 in Surprise, Arizona. Born January 29, 1937 in Cleveland, Ohio, he is survived by his wife, Janet (nee Wollen); sister, Cathy Whelan; children, Colleen (Rick) Szekelyi; Michael and Elizabeth Whelan; and stepdaughter, Denise (Randy) DeBleyker. A loving grandfather, uncle and friend to many, he was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Margaret (nee Geddes) Whelan and brother Joe Whelan (2015).
No service is planned. Memorial contributions would be welcome at Stella Maris, Inc., 1320 Washington Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

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Jim Rokakis

June 3, 2023

I loved knowing and working with Tom. A class act! May his memory be be eternal.

Linda Toppins

May 31, 2023

My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. I hope 1Thessilonians 4:14 can offer hope and healing for your loss.

gary novak

May 31, 2023

Cathy, So sorry for the loss of your. brother, I will remember him and your family in my prayers.

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