It is with great sadness that the family of Francis Joseph
Whelan announce his peaceful passing on August 25, 2021 at the
Lion’s Manor Nursing Home in Placentia at the age of
92.
Predeceased by his parents: Thomas and Ann Whelan, his
darling daughter, Linda, his son-in-law, Martin Leonard, his sisters
Mary Lambe (Garrett) and Angela Barry (Michael), his brothers John,
Dennis and Cyril (Helen).
Leaving to mourn his loving wife, Marie, his children Shirley
Leonard (Martin deceased), Louise Whelan, Gerry Whelan (Lynn) and Lisa
Whelan (Ellie).
His grandchildren: Scott Leonard (Amy), Craig Leonard
(Brittany), Dennis Leonard (Lisa) Heather Hayward (Darren), Stephanie
Connors (Joey), Jack Whelan (Claudia), and Luke Whelan.
His great-grandchildren: Whelan River Leonard, Scarlett Rose
Leonard, Tessa and Marty Leonard, Logan and Isabella Hayward and Ethan
and Jaxon Connors.
His special niece Linda Barry Wakeham (Bob). His nephews,
brothers and sisters in-law and their extended
families.
His family would like to thank all of those who cared for him
at the Lion’s Manor Nursing Home with such love, care and
compassion. We would also like to thank Dr. Robert Power for his care
and compassion over the last number of years.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Maher’s Funeral
Home. Visitations to take place on Friday, August 27, 2021, 2:00 –
4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday,
August 28, 2021 at 10:30 am, at the Sacred Heart Church,
Placentia.
Inurnment at the Mount Carmel Cemetery,
Placentia.
Due to COVID-19 we ask that masks be worn at the funeral home
and at the church. Name and phone number will be required for contact
tracing information at the funeral home and at the church.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Francis Whelan 1928 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Placentia, Province: T-N