June V. Whelan passed away at the age of 86 on January 7, 2019, having lost a courageous battle with cancer. She was in hospice care and died at her home in Sedro-Woolley. She had a long and happy marriage of 56 years to James M. Whelan who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her oldest daughter, Kathryn Noonan.
Survivors include three daughters, Margaret Burts, Mary Juchmes, and Carol Whelan; two sons, Michael Whelan and Patrick Whelan; numerous nieces and nephews and many grandchildren.
Her family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Hospice of the Northwest for their wonderful care in her final days. A private service has been held. Arrangements are under direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
You got your angel wings Junie. I’ll miss our many talks. I will always cherish our get togethers with you and Jim at cousin Vivian and Lowells crab feeds in Crescent City. Quite a trip in Feb. to get there. You were a fantastic lady with a great sense of humor and infectious laugh. You had a heart of gold and always were a great listener and never judged. Yes you certainly did earn your angel wings. My love and heartfelt sympathy to all your family. Deanna Joe
I am so sorry to hear this. June was a really sweet lady. Jim and June were our neighbors since I was just a kid. I have many memories of riding my horse in the field and meeting Jim and June over by the fence for a long talk. She will be missed greatly.
Margaret, Mike, Mary,Pat and Carol (and families),
I am sending love to all of you. Your mom had a kind heart and a great laugh. They are all together just like when we were kids and we were all at Samish enjoying the summer.
Love you all,
Mary Kate
To my Wonderful Mother, I love and miss you so much. You were a very courageous and special woman. I will miss our daily talks and all the laughter and fun we had. You are with Dad now, the love of your life, to walk hand and hand through eternity.
I love you. Margie