Leon "Butch" Whilden's obituary , Passed away on June 17, 2024 in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey

Leon "Butch" Whilden

November 4, 1942 - June 17, 2024 (81 years old)

Port Elizabeth, New Jersey

Leon "Butch" Whilden's obituary , Passed away on June 17, 2024 in Port Elizabeth, New Jersey

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hoffman Funeral Homes

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Leon "Butch" Whilden

November 4, 1942 - June 17, 2024 (81 years old)

Port Elizabeth, New Jersey

Leon Whilden Obituary

The world bids farewell to Leon Whilden of Port Elizabeth, New Jersey, born in Millville, New Jersey, departing on June 17, 2024 at the age of 81. Leon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Leon has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Norman H. Whilden, Jr. and Dorothy Day Meischke; and his brothers, Harry, Tom Whilden, Bill and Chick Meischke.

He is survived by: his children, Leon Whilden, Jr. (Debbie) and Wendi Mazzucco (Jim); his grandson Eric Whilden; and his sister Sharon Lloyd (Kathy Waugh). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Buckshutem United Methodist Church, 1600 E Buckshutem Rd, Millville, NJ 08332.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hoffman Funeral Homes



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600 NJ-49, Woodbine, NJ 08270

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