Joseph Whittington
1951-2014
Joseph W. Whittington of
Palatine, was born on August 27th, 1951, in Arlington Heights, to the late Ray
and Blanche (nee Kreusch) Whittington. He passed away on Friday, August 1st in
Arlington Heights. Joe was a graduate of Wheeling High School (1969) and North
Central College (1973). Joe worked as a plumber, plumbing inspector, and was an
active union member. Joe was a kind, generous, and witty man who loved spending
quality time with family and friends. Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 33
years, Pamela (nee Carson); his children, Ashley (Justin) Barnish and Matthew
(Jacqueline) Whittington; his brothers, James (Irene) Whittington and John (Sue)
Whittington; his grandson Carson Barnish; nieces, nephews, and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother-in law Gloria (nee Peterson) and
father-in law Edmund Carson. The family will honor Joe's life in a private
celebration at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to
Midwest Palliative & Hospice Care Center, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025
or
a favorite charity
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