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Kevin M. Whelan

1948 - 2025

Kevin M. Whelan obituary, 1948-2025, Orchard Park, NY

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Kevin Whelan Obituary

Whelan,

Kevin M.

Feb 4, 1948 - Oct 18, 2025

Of South Buffalo, entered into rest October 18, 2025. Beloved son of the late Robert J. Whelan and Margaret (Southard). Youngest of 10 he was a devoted brother of the late Patricia (late James) Parker, Late James, Mary (late John) Halldin, late John, late Thomas (late Ruth), Gerald (Illeane), late Robert (Debra), Paul (Molly),and Margaret Page. Kevin is a graduate of Canisius High School and attended Canisius University and University at Buffalo receiving his Masters degree in History. Kevin retired as Director from the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority and remained active with the Board of Retirees. Kevin was an avid traveler visiting 23 countries and served as trustee for the Hillcrest Seniors Travel Club. He loved his "breakfast club" from Our Lady of Victory where until his illness attended daily mass. Kevin had the love and devotion of 23 nieces and nephews, 32 great nieces and nephews and 7 great-great nieces and nephews. His generosity and devotion to his many friends and family members will be cherished. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Basilica, 767 Ridge Road, Lackawanna on Monday, October 27th at 9am (Mass will be live streamed). Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial contributions in Kevin's memory may be made to Hospice Buffalo or Our Lady of Victory Special Maintenance Collection. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel). Please share online condolences at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.


Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 25, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Kevin Whelan

Oct

27

Service

9:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Victory Basilica

767 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY 14218

Oct

27

Burial

9:00 a.m.

Holy Cross Cemetery

861-929 Fr. Baker Blvd, Lackawanna, NY 14218

Funeral services provided by:

Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns)

3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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Jane DiSalvo

Yesterday

Kevin was a wonderful and supportive friend to my aunt, Josephine Kromer, for many years, bringing her meals and companionship. I am especially grateful for the time he spent with her when she was in Brothers of Mercy assisted and long term care. May he rest in peace with the Lord.

Dee

Yesterday

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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