John Whittaker Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Whittaker of Herkimer, New York, whose life came to an end on October 18, 2025 at the age of 76, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Whittaker or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Ronald Whittaker and Catherine Whittaker (Horan); his former wife Janet S. Cefaly; his children, John Whittaker, Tania Tobin and Tammi Bowker; and his great grandchildren, Jamie Whittaker, Chastity Gorinshek, Shauna Wheatley, Samantha Smith, Alexandria Tobin, Madison Serrano, Lucy Serrano, Mia Tobin, Blake Whittaker, Lorenzo Malta, Jace Pierson, Cole Whittaker, Patrick Smith, Henry Smith, Jamison Pierson, Taegan Smith and Conway Gorinshek.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home (100 Otsego St, Ilion, NY 13357). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM at the Calvary Cemetery (2407 Oneida St, Utica, NY 13501).
