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Christopher Edward Whalen

November 17, 1964 ~ September 28, 2017 (age 52) 52 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Chuck Malo on October 11, 2017 1:45 PM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 6, 2017

Forever Remembered, Forever Missed Chris will always be within your heart and the many others that loved him and as close as a beautiful memory. With love and remembrance, Jacqueline Goosen

Message from Gordon Hignite
October 6, 2017 3:35 PM

what a blow this is Chris worked with us often and i went through master molder training class with him. such a true joy to work with and a fabulous man.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this tough time.
so sorry for your loss
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on October 6, 2017

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An A GARDEN PATH was sent on October 6, 2017

You'll always hold a special place in our hearts, thanks for all the fun & laughter!! Love, The Girls: Krin (Mason) Dreuth Julie (Utke) Fink Tammy (Figg) Kemp Mary Joe (Plantamaura) Klotz Julie (Shroyer) Shaw

Message from Earl, Myra, and Tyler Munroe
October 6, 2017 8:51 AM

Our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with all of you at this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories as well as the support from family and friends sustain you. We have made a donation to Hospice of North Ottawa Community in memory of Chris.
Message from Lori Bloom Beck
October 5, 2017 5:03 PM

Kim and family, We are so sorry for you loss. Please know that your in our thoughts and prayers. Scott and Lori Beck
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A GARDEN PATH was ordered on October 5, 2017

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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on October 4, 2017

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A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on October 4, 2017

Message from Jennifer Fulmer
October 4, 2017 12:17 PM

Kim our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by Spencer Plastics Inc. on October 4, 2017

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A candle was lit by Plastrac Inc. on October 4, 2017 10:30 AM
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An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on October 4, 2017

Message from Bob Van Kolken
October 3, 2017 9:27 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss. Chris meant a great deal to my son, Joe Fulsher, and his family. Through Joe I learned how good a man and partner Chris was. The world is a better place for his having been in it.
Message from DRS Bowen Thornley and staff
October 3, 2017 7:11 PM

To Kim and family, we will all miss Chris smiling face. Your family is very special, we are sure all the memories you shared will get you thru this time. Thinking of you
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An INDOOR GARDEN BASKET was sent on October 3, 2017

Our Deepest Condolences from the entire Scott Family.

Message from The Smith family
October 3, 2017 12:16 PM

We will always remember the many fond memories with Chris and the Whalen family. We will keep Kim, Ian and Nic in our thoughts and prayers.
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A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was ordered on October 3, 2017

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An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on October 3, 2017

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A candle was lit by Bekum America Corporation on October 3, 2017 10:56 AM
To the Family of Chris ~
From all of us at Bekum, we want to send our sincere sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kindest regards,
The Management Team at Bekum America
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A candle was lit by Bekum America Corporation on October 3, 2017 10:50 AM
Message from Bill & Karen Hitsman
October 3, 2017 9:38 AM

Our condolences to your family!
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An A GARDEN PATH was sent on October 3, 2017

Words are not adequate to express the sadness felt by the loss of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mark Padgett and Millholland Conrad, Inc.

Message from Becky Tallman
October 2, 2017 10:37 PM

Special prayers to you and your family xoxo
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A candle was lit by Mark, Tiffany, & Isaiah VanVelzen on October 2, 2017 5:49 PM
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A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on October 2, 2017

Our Heartfelt Sympathies. The Craig Family: Tom, Diane, Julie, James, Jean Marie, Connie, Bob, Bill, Jeff.

Message from Todd Csernai
October 2, 2017 4:35 PM

Kim and Family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Chris will be missed by all who knew him!
Message from William & Carol Whalen
October 2, 2017 12:39 PM

We are sorry to hear of Chris' passing. May God warmly receive Chris. Our prayers are with you all at this time of loss. May God provide comfort to you and hold you in his hands. Bill & Carol
Message from Kim Buckley Grant
October 2, 2017 12:15 PM

I am so sorry to hear about Chris. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. The Whalen family will always be close to my heart. So many wonderful memories growing up with you all.
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A candle was lit by adriana, erin, ben, matt, and luke beckwith on October 2, 2017 11:48 AM
Message from Rhonda Glavich
October 2, 2017 10:24 AM

Kim & family,
So sorry to hear of your great loss. I hope you hand on to your fondest memories, stories thru the good and bad days. Let your family or friends help you in your time of need...we are there for anything!!
Hugs & prayers..😘💜🙏
Message from adriana , erin, ben, matt, and luke beckwith
October 2, 2017 10:19 AM

so sorry to hear of the passing of chris. he was an inspiration to us during our journey through bills cancer. know he is at peace
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A candle was lit by Robin Soule Holzinger on October 2, 2017 10:14 AM
Message from Ed Muccio
October 2, 2017 7:25 AM

Chris was one of my students at Ferris, a colleague, and a friend. His wonderful sense of humor, love for his family, and passion for life was reflected in all that he did. He will be remember fondly and missed dearly. Our prayers go out to is family
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A candle was lit by Todd and Nancy Taylor on October 1, 2017 9:13 PM
Message from Bob and Laurel Herrmann
October 1, 2017 5:21 PM

Kim and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.

Bob and Laurel
Message from Anita DePersia
October 1, 2017 4:59 PM

Kim, Arlene and family, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I knew him from the American Legion and he will be missed by many. May your fondest memories comfort you.
Message from Kim Hirai
October 1, 2017 4:35 PM

Our hearts and thoughts are with you. I hope you all as well as Chris have peace and comfort knowing how much he was loved and remembered by this community.
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A candle was lit by Kim Hirai on October 1, 2017 4:27 PM
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A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on October 1, 2017

My prayers and heart felt thoughts are with you. Chris was one of my best friends. Don Murray

Message from Bill and Gloria Hardy
October 1, 2017 11:59 AM

Our sincere condolences to Kim and family. We think of you often and you are in our prayers.
Message from Jacki Joiner
September 30, 2017 4:44 PM

Kim, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Praying for comfort & peace at this time.
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A candle was lit by Gene & Michelle Ellis on September 30, 2017 2:02 PM
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A candle was lit by Jill wait herrington on September 30, 2017 12:55 PM
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A TABLE BASKET was ordered on September 30, 2017

Message from Bob & Nancy Schulze
September 30, 2017 11:08 AM

He will be missed by many, no matter how briefly you knew him.
All will have pleasant memories of the smiling, gentle friend.
Message from Anjanette (Benoit) Shoemaker
September 30, 2017 10:29 AM

I will always cherish our time at St. Mary's growing together like bro and sis. You impacted many lives my friend, now enjoy your rewards! May God continue to bless those you left behind.
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A candle was lit by Rick and Angela Nelson on September 30, 2017 9:45 AM
Message from Leigh LeClair
September 29, 2017 11:41 PM

Chris was such a good man and a good friend to my late brothef Ken. My heart goes out to the entire Whalen family and to his wife and children. He will be missed.
Message from Sheryl Hensel
September 29, 2017 9:56 PM

Kim, Nicholas, Ian and the entire Whalen family. No words can ease your pain today so my prayer for you is that each day you have a little more laughter remembering Chris. My memory of Chris is one of laughter and just a down-to-earth good guy. Heaven gained a good man. My sincere condolences to all of you.
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A candle was lit by Anna-Carin Veurink on September 29, 2017 9:33 PM
Message from Melissa and Jason Crews
September 29, 2017 9:12 PM

May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. So sorry for your loss. Love you all, Melissa and Jason
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A candle was lit by Sheila and Ed on September 29, 2017 8:40 PM
Message from Larry and Therese Harden
September 29, 2017 7:08 PM

Sending prayer thoughts to you Kim and the family at this time......take care...

Therese and Larry Harden
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A PREMIUM FRUIT AND GOURMET BASKET was ordered on September 29, 2017

Message from Lori Cox
September 29, 2017 5:28 PM

The deepest condolences for your loss. I graduated with him, he was a great guy.
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A candle was lit by Rick & Tina White on September 29, 2017 5:12 PM
Message from Judy & Don Mullens
September 29, 2017 4:48 PM

We're so sorry to learn of Chris' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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A candle was lit by David and Cyndie Cowam on September 29, 2017 4:25 PM
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