John Allen Whalen
October 18, 2025
With great sadness, the Whalen family announces the passing of John Allen Whalen. John was an adoring husband for 66 years to Daisy, who passed January 12th, 2024. Since Daisy’s passing, John often expressed his desire to reunite with his late wife. His wish was granted on October 18th at Mount Hope nursing home, when he was called home. John was quiet about his Roman Catholic faith, choosing to show his devotion through his actions and service to the church.
John was a loving father to his four children, Sandra, Cathy (Jim), John Jr. (D.2020), and Tim (Mary). He was also a loving Grampy to his many grandchildren, offering his special “shaky hugs” without fail.
John, a proud New Brunswicker, was born in St. Stephen, but grew up in Sussex, NB. He met the love of his life, Daisy, in Fredericton while they were bowling. John was a proficient bowler through much of his life. Both John and Daisy were avid sports fans, belonging to bowling leagues, Sunningdale golf club, and never missing a Jays or Leafs game.
John had been working since he was 16 years of age. However, the two jobs that brought him the most satisfaction were being a Senior Executive at Ellis-Don and his other career of owning his own construction business, “John A. Whalen Ltd.”. John was many things to many people; husband, father, brother, uncle, mentor and friend. John was well-loved and will be truly missed.
A funeral service will take place at Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service.
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John was a "One of a Kind Person", who was constantly in touch by word and deed with all the people he loved and befriended, including, not only family but old friends and new acquaintances. He loved with his heart and his intelligence and shared his many gifts with all who needed him. We felt his love over and over, without interruptions, particularly in time of need and especially during special occasions and holidays where he and his dear wife Daisy, often made a point of calling, visiting or sending greetings and gifts. John and Daisy, in turn were loved and respected by many. John loved to give wise personal counsel often during long conversations, and would often punctuate his words with uplifting examples and jokes. Always loved! Always remembered! Greatly missed! Together with Daisy - now reunited in Heaven. Tina (Sister-in-law)
I am thinking of all my family, and especially my Ontario cousins as we mark the passing of John. I am sending all of you my love. John was not only my uncle, but also my godfather. He and Daisy always made me feel special. In later year, Uncle John and I had many phone visits during which, among many things, we discussed the power of faith. This faith allowed him to believe that he would be reunited with Daisy. I pray that they are together in paradise, well and worry free. Uncle John, you have "finished the race" 2 Timothy 4:7 Rest in peace.
Dear Tim, Mary, Lia, Will, Nadia and Andrew, We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved John Sr. We know you will all miss him dearly as you do Daisy. Hope they are together again at last. ❤️ Sending you all our deepest condolences to you and to your extended family.
Services for John Allen Whalen
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North
London, Ontario
October 21, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Funeral Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North
London, Ontario
October 21, 2025 6:00 pm
To John and Daisy's family I had the pleasure of knowing both of your parents when my dad (Ed) and I owned Elston's Hyde Park Hardware. Your mom and dad had the best personality which always turned in to having the best conversations each time they came in to the store. They were true community supporters. I am truly sorry to hear the news of both of them passing. Thoughts are with all of you at this time. John Elston
~ John Elston