John David Whipkey

John David Whipkey obituary, Wheeling, WV

John David Whipkey

John Whipkey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Downtown Wheeling on Aug. 24, 2022.
John David Whipkey, 57, resident of Wheeling, WV, died Monday, August 22, 2022 at WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital.
He was born in Wheeling on September 21, 1964, son of the late David Rhindhart and Marlene Isaly Whipkey.
In addition to his father and mother, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond Whipkey and Ralph Whipkey; and sister, Jeanette Ruffins.
He is survived by his daughter, Denise Whipkey; and sister, Denise Whipkey.
There will be no visitation or service.
Arrangements by Kepner Funeral Home, 1308 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV 26003 (304-232-5110).
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