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1965
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2025
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Rebecca Whelan Obituary
(nee Mayer)
Jul 19, 1965 - Oct 15, 2025
Of Kenmore, NY Beloved wife of 35 years to Donald P. Whelan; Devoted mother of Emily Whelan, Bradley (Steph Miller) Whelan and David (Taylor Kurnik) Whelan; Loving Nani of Layla; sister of Margaret Derk; also survived by her devoted canine companion "Freya", nieces, nephews and many loving family members. Family will receive friends at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore Sunday (Oct. 19th) 2-5 PM. All are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Benedicts RC Church, 1317 Eggert Rd., Amherst, NY Monday at 10AM. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo PO Box 590 Buffalo NY 14240 are preferred. Condolences may be made at GinnaneFuneralHome.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Rebecca Whelan
5 Entries
Shannon Strusa
October 19, 2025
You were always one we could rely on - not just for your love and friendship, but for your nurse's touch. I'll always treasure our memorable vacation in Punta Cana with our guys (beach walks, sipping coffee from Orlando, and you reviving the lady at the pool). I loved that we were able to share many peaceful boat rides and our weekend dinners to celebrate getting through the week. We will miss you, but your friendship will live on forever. Rest easy until we see you again.
Kathleen Heffern
October 18, 2025
Becky was my visiting nurse who was so helpful and kind. I will always be grateful for her competence and concern. I loved sharing quilting stories with her.
Kym Catania
October 18, 2025
I'm sorry for Your loss. I remember Rebecca from the Elks. She was one of the members I adore. RIP Rebecca From : Kym and Peter
dm
October 18, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
DM
October 18, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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