Jean Margaret Whalen
December 10, 1924 - May 22, 2018
San Juan Capistrano CA
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Jean Margaret Whalen
December 10, 1924 - May 22, 2018
San Juan Capistrano CA
Obituary
Jean Margaret Whalen
December 10, 1924 – May 22, 2018
Jean passed away peacefully at age of 93 at her home with her daughters by her side.
Jean was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan where her foundational years were in Northern Michigan. She moved to Detroit Michigan where she fell in love and married Francis Austin Whalen in 1954. They were married 47 years before his death in 2001.
Jean returned to college in her 50’s to obtain her nursing degree. She spread her kindness and grace with her colleagues and mothers and babies on the maternity ward until her retirement at age 70.
Jean also lived in Oregon, Colorado and Washington. During her last years she was able to spend time living with her daughters. Jean is survived by her daughters Sharon, Sheila and Megan.
Jean enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping, watching sports, her faith, and using her hands for creative projects.
Jean’s life was about kindness, compassion, caring, spirituality, humor and she had a quick wit. She will be greatly missed.
Funeral Mass
- Date & Time: June 1, 2018 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: St. Edward The Confessor Catholic Church
- Location: 33926 Calle La Primavera Dana Point, CA 92629 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (949) 496-1307
6 responses to Jean Margaret Whalen
Jann Parker says:
May 25, 2018
The sweetest, gentle spirit is how I see this beautiful woman. She had a twinkle in her eyes so you knew she had a giggle behind her thoughts. She was a caring and kind person who never had I heard a negative word come out of her mouth. You made an impact on so many lives and you will be greatly missed until we meet again in the Lord’s presence. Hope you enjoy the mansion He has prepared for you! Austin must have been overjoyed as he greeted you. Sending love from the depth of my heart!
Donna Beckman says:
May 26, 2018
A wonderful sweet soul, who was so kind and loving! She raised three wonderful daughters! Sending our love
James Hammel says:
May 26, 2018
I was born and raised in Iron Mountain. What was Jean’s maiden name? I must have known her
Please let me know.
Thanks.
Jim Hammel
Katy Beckman says:
May 26, 2018
Jean was always so sweet to us girls. I still remember what a great time we had visiting her in Oregon. Sending lots of love and hugs!
christine Grogan says:
May 27, 2018
I never got the opportunity to meet Jean but feel I know her spirit through her daughter Sharon Whalen. May your mom live in your hearts forever and know she is resting peacefully. Love to you all Christine Grogan