Livonia: John “Jack” Whiteman passed peacefully on April 13, 2020 at age 75. He was born in Wayland, NY on January 25, 1945 to the late Harold and Marion (Morgan) Whiteman. Predeceased by his siblings; Harold “Pat” Whiteman and Gladys Swick. Survived by his wife Naiola (Tallman) Whiteman and children; Monica Whiteman (Michael Mallory) and Thomas (Tyler) Whiteman; grandchildren, Morgan, Emma, Ian, and Alex; siblings, William (Jean) Whiteman, Marge (Jim Renolds) Thompson, Jean Rowley, and Nancy (Richard) Smith. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and many other loving family and friends.
Jack graduated from Livonia High School in 1963 and married his high school sweetheart, Naiola, on May 1, 1965. He had a 32 year career with Kodak retiring in 2004. Jack was an avid bowler participating in several leagues in the Livingston County area, was a longtime member of the Avon Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), and always enjoyed reading the paper, following local sports, and keeping up with the news.
No services will be held at this time, a family gathering will be held in the future to celebrate John’s life. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the The ALS Association Upstate New York Chapter (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), 135 Old Cove Road, Suite 213 – Liverpool, NY 13090. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Mrs. Whiteman (and family), I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your husband. May he rest in peace now. I think of you often and hope that you are well. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you.
Sincere condolences Chick to you and your entire family.
Dear Monica and family,
We were very sorry to hear this sad news. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mrs. Whiteman(Chick), Monica and Tommy, Sorry for your loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time. Jack was a strong and well respected man. Your old neighbors the Thompson’s from Livonia Ctr. Road remember your family well. I, Nancy remember playing with Monica as a child. Chick would send me off to school. My brothers remember when Jack worked on the farm. Boy have the years passed! May all of the wonderful memories console you during this time of grief. Take care from: Brian, Cindy, Scott and Nancy.
So very sorry for your loss. He was a true gentleman! Bless all of you!
Chick, Monica and Tommy. So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a great guy and will be missed. ~ Carol McAlpine [Jim Mensch’s sister]
So sorry for your family’s loss.
So sorry to hear about his passing!! Condolences to the family. Jack was a great guy who will be missed.
Dear Naiola, Tom , Monica and family,
We are saddened to learn of Jack’s passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you during these difficult days ahead. May God bless you with His comfort, peace, and love .