Loretta Whalen Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Loretta Whalen of Watervliet, New York, who passed away, on March 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Phillip and Rose; her husband Don; and her siblings, Ruth (Campbell), Frank and Tom.

She is survived by: her sons, Dean (Kelly) and Andy Whalen (Nancy); her grandchildren, Justine, Kelsey, Elizabeth and Chris Whalen (Anya); her sister-in-law Justine; and her niece Carol Behrman (Mike).

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to Food Pantries for the Capital District, 32 Essex St., Albany, NY 12206.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Inc.

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