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Richard Whilden Obituary
AGE: 65 •
Richard W. Whilden, age 65, passed on Tuesday Morning at his home under hospice care. Born in Delmont, NJ, he was the son of the late Asa & Julia Hawn-Whilden.
He worked for many years as a machinist. Richard is survived by his beloved wife Dorothy (Snyder) Whilden and daughter Amanda; also brothers Paul, Leonard, John & Gary Whilden; sisters Doris Fowler, Elsi Wooley, Helen Kuhns, Patricia Whilden, Sandra Hickman, Donna Derby& Betty Creamer and 3 grand dogs.
Services and Interment are private. Ministry of Comfort Entrusted to May Funeral Home, Vineland, NJ. www.mayfuneralhomes.com.
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June 10, 2015
I'm saddened by the loss. Dotti and Richard were always so kind to me. May God comfort all of you.
Ray
Cindy Allen Pikolycky
May 28, 2015
Dottie, I am so sorry to hear that your husband passed away. You will be in my prayers. Your old school friend, Cindy
Pamm Bevill
May 22, 2015
No one can ever explain why these things happen but take solace in knowing that "pops" is in a better place now, free of pain and sickness and that he is always with you! My deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers!
May 21, 2015
Thoughts and Prayers To the Whilden Family .May he RIP. Jean (Sainsot) Powell Abbeville SC.
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