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Stephen Frank Whitaker, Sr. of Lanesboro, Pa. passed away on Saturday April 9, 2016 at the age of 70 years. He was predeceased by his parents Robert Whitaker and Erma (Botts) Spark, two step-fathers Pete Spark and Vutch; in-laws Frederick & Lorraine Staerker, Jr.; son-in-law Paul Corse, Jr.; brother-in-law Robert Valentine. Stephen is survived by his loving wife of 22 years Judy Ann (Staerker) Whitaker; daughter Jennybeth Whitaker; son Stephen Frank Whitaker, Jr.; step-daughters Teresa Corse & Josh; Tina Pooler & Chaz; Tara Pooler& Bob many grandchildren, step-brothers and step-sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends. He is survived by sisters-in-law Vickey Valentine; Audrey & Bill Wolfe; Linda & Dennis Davis and brother-in-law Gary Staerker. After graduating from Susquehanna Community High School Class of 1963 he joined the Army and was stationed in Taiwan and the Dominican Republic for 3 years. After returning to Lanesboro he started his career at Link Aviation and retired from L3 Communications in 2009. Stephen took courses at Broome Community College while working and earned a degree in Business, Management, Marketing and Sales. Stephen loved riding his 1974 Honda 750 along with his friend Terry Rockwell and also enjoyed going up on Taylor Mountain behind our home where we would gaze at the heavens. He also enjoyed meeting his friends once a month for coffee at McDonalds. His hobbies included Astronomy, anything about the Erie Railroad, Aviation and he was an Amateur Radio Operator (HAM) call sign WA3VIS. He was Past Master in 1986 of Canawacta Lodge NO# 360 and a member of the American Legion Post #86 in Susquehanna. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday April 13th at 1pm at the Hennessey's Funeral Home 747 Jackson Ave Susquehanna, Pa. with Pastor Kevin Setzer officiating. Burial will be in the Lanesboro Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 11am to 1pm. He was the love of my life and I will miss him dearly until we meet again.
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Vince Sweeney
February 4, 2020
I only just now found Steve's obit. We became internet friends probably 20 years ago through a love of railroads and The Starrucca Viaduct. We swapped daily email for several years and I loved every one of them, always looking forward to them. Steve was a good guy; fascinating, intelligent, knowledgeable. I am sorry. As fate often does, it takes us in different directions. Somehow, we sadly lost touch with one another. My very belated condolences to Steve's family.
Angela Mandrell
January 31, 2018
Judy, God bless.
Steve, RIP
Bill Carangelo
January 25, 2018
Bill Carangelo: so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. He was a great guy and long time friend. Rest In Peace! Bill Carangelo
Sara Fives
April 15, 2016
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Knew him growing up. Love and prayers to all.
Sara Jordan Fives
Angela
April 14, 2016
Dear Judy , Family & Loved ones,
I am so sorry to learn of Steve's passing. I wish you God's Blessing to help you all through this.
Remember, he has graduated to Heaven & you will be together again one day.
He was a good classmate & I enjoyed talking with him on the phone. Also he was a help to me when I was getting our class reunion together.
We don't know each other but I will keep you in my prayers, If you ever need to talk, e mail me & i will get back in touch with you Judy.
Take care.
A Friend in Christ, Angela (Wilmot) Mandrell
John Councilman
April 13, 2016
Steve, hardworking guy, most always wore a white shirt, long sleeves to work. I worked with Steve on special programs at LINK. RIP Steve
Jane Liles
April 13, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Steves passing. I have not seen him since we graduated high school. He ,was a great classmate and from what I have read,a great person. Condolences to the family. Jane Connors Liles.
Rowland Sharp
April 13, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I knew him from Lodge as he was the Master in Canawacta a year after I was in Thompson. I remember him as a good man. Surely his passing will create much sorrow among family and friends. The silver lining is our good memories. May God Bless You and your family for your service to our country and God Rest Your Soul.
joel Rockwell
April 12, 2016
So sad to hear of Steve's passing. We were good friends as teen agers as well as in high school. We rode motorcycles together and car pooled for years when we worked at Link. Always a good guy and will be missed.
Pamela Nulton
April 12, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of Steve's passing, I grew up next door to him. MY thoughts and sympathy to all of his family.
Pam (cook) Nulton
Bill and Audrey Wolfe
April 12, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Phil Mckenzie
April 12, 2016
So sorry. Steve was a friend of many years.
April 12, 2016
My sympathy and prayers to Steve's family and friends. I knew him from Link days, and he was always gracious and kind. God rest his soul.
Marie Gurske
Adrienne chianese Rigo
April 12, 2016
Sorry to hear of your Ossetia. Steve lived across the street from me until I moved to NC. He was a nice neighbor. His kids were always at the house and jenny Beth is still a part of our family.
Adrienne Chianese Rigo
Ken Fish
April 12, 2016
I have known Steve since grade school. I graduated and worked with him for many years. In our after LINK life we had coffee and conversed for years. He fought a hard battle and is now at peace. He will be missed. RIP Steve.
LARENE BEDFORD BARTON
April 12, 2016
SORRY TO HEAR OF STEVES' PASSING RIP AND THANK YOU FOR SERVING MY COUNTRY TOO KEEP ME FREE. ALOT OF YOUNG MEN FROM OUR AREA HAVE MADE THE SACRIFICE
Laura Matthews
April 12, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Steve was a former classmate of mine. He was a great guy & friend.
My deepest condolences to his family.
Donna and Tom Hobart
April 12, 2016
We worked with Steve at Link. He was always friendly and willing to help. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry Rockwell
April 12, 2016
Steve and I were good friends and car-pooled while we worked @ Singer-Link until we finished our careers in 2009. We loved riding our motorcycles together and spent many hours together while he was getting cancer treatments 6 years ago. I'll miss him a lot...my sincere condolences to Judy and his children Jenny and Stevie Jr.
Steve Noel
April 12, 2016
I enjoyed working with Steve at Link. He was a very special guy who's heart was always in his work. He will be missed.
April 11, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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