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James Whipple Obituary

James B. Whipple, 84, husband of Ida Coffele Whipple for 56 years, passed away on December 19, 2010 at Norwalk Hospital, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Born in Detroit, June 17, 1926, the son of the late Joseph P. and Kathryn (Winton) Whipple, he was raised in Wilton and was a Norwalk resident for 47 years. He joined the Marines at age 17 and saw action in the South Pacific. He had his own excavating company and was well known in the construction field. He was a member of the American Legion for 65 years with Post #86 in Wilton and later at Post #12 in Norwalk.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son James A. Whipple and his wife Jacqueline of Huntington, 3 brothers, Fred Whipple of Ridgefield, Andrew Whipple of Lady Lakes, FL and John Whipple of Vernon, VT, 1 sister Elizabeth Kish of Panama City, FL and many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by 2 brothers; Joseph and Walter Whipple and a sister Mary Eckert.

His family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 22 from 6 to 8 pm at the Magner Funeral Home, 12 Mott Avenue, Norwalk. Other services will be held at a later date. For directions or to sign online guestbook, please go to: Magnerfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Hour on Dec. 21, 2010.

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Patricia Willems

December 30, 2010

My Uncle Jim was such a caring man and was always there to help me out. I will never forget all the stories he told, playing the quitar, and the many cookouts with baked clams. You will never be forgotten. Love you always.

Fred Whipple

December 26, 2010

To all who knew my Uncle Jim,
My uncle Jim was a man’s man and I will forever miss him. It was very difficult for me to see his decline the last few years for my memories are of a big strong quick witted ex-marine who forgot more about site work than some will ever know. During my younger years I spent much time with him, aunt Idea and my cousin Jim. My childhood memories of Uncle Jim will always be treasured and I will miss him. I have to believe he is in a better place today and one day we shall meet again in spirit. - Love, Fred Jr.

December 22, 2010

To the Family Of James Whipple,
My Deepest Sympathy goes out to all the Whipple Family.

A friend of Walter Whipple(James whipple was his Uncle) from NHS class of 75

Nancy Borchetta Kuarasinski
Higganum, Ct.

Jackie Whipple

December 22, 2010

Dad Whipple,
I know that my Father in Law is in a better place then where you have been over the past few months. Your witting, charming and happy go lucky personality will be missed by me. You could always make me laugh even on your last days with us.
You thought you were so rough and tough but I could see through your exterior and was able to see real man your were. The sweet, caring heart you had inside of you for your Family.
It gives me great comfort knowing that you will be there again for your Family and hopefully you will have some stuff calms waiting for me on my day arrival. Please don't forget the HOT SAUCE and one fo your Martini's.
I will keep you in my HEART forever and OUR FONDEST Memories will never be forgotten.
I will Love you forever!!!
Love Jackie

Lauren Cohen

December 21, 2010

I know my Uncle Jim is in a better place. I too will miss his sense of humor, that pineapple upside cake, those delicious peppers, his chicken vegetable soup, and many happy memories as a child. "I love you Uncle Jim, we will carry your spirit in our hearts always." Lauren

Thomas Moore

December 21, 2010

Commander Don Hazzard and all James' comrades at American Legion Post 86 in Wilton, wish to send the family our sincere prayers at this sad time. May God give you the Trust in Him to see you through this time.

December 21, 2010

My Uncle Jim was an incredible man. He had a huge magnetic heart and had the ability to make others laugh. I will always remember his quick wit and his pineapple upside down cake. I will always savor our wonderful family gatherings in Vermont. I will always love you..... Holley

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