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David R. Whelan
David R. Whelan, 63, of Waterloo, IL, died May 26, 2022, in St. Louis, MO. He was born August 21, 1958, in Red Bud, IL.
He is survived by his wife Kristie Whelan (nee Just); children Nichole Whelan and Emily Whelan; stepchildren Jennifer (Dan) Hemmer, Ashley (Eric) Mitchell, and Lyndsay (Logan) Roche; grandchildren Brady and Rosalie Heusohn, Hayley and Brady Hemmer, Zachary and Mason Mitchell, Colin Ezzel, and Freya Roche; brothers and sisters Danny Whelan, Cheryl (Mike) Donjon, Randy (April) Whelan, and Rhonda Whelan; nieces; nephews; and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents Robert G. & Laverne A. (nee Hoerr) Whelan and son Joseph Whelan.
David is a member of Laborers Local #196.
As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to:
American Cancer Society
Visitation:
4 PM to 8 PM Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at Quernheim Funeral Home
8 AM until time of service Wednesday at Quernheim Funeral Home
Funeral:
10 AM Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
Rev. Jeff McCarn officiating
Interment at Kolmer Memorial Cemetery in Waterloo, IL
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"Whales" or "Stringbender" was one of the most talented six string players that i have had the priveledge to share a stage with. That is saying something. He could play Duane Allman or Dickie Betts with one arm behind his back and not miss a lick. Fly high my friend! It was a distinct pleasure.
HENRY WIGGERS "Stickbeater" Jul 23 2022 2:06 AM

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Dave was one of the good ones. May memories help you through this tough time.
Dwane (Moses) Bise and Debbie Wappel Jun 2 2022 4:06 PM

So very sorry to hear this. He was a good man and I will be thinking of his family at this difficult time.
Jim Descher May 31 2022 10:44 AM

A candle was lit in memory of David Whelan
Patti smith May 30 2022 3:06 PM

A candle was lit in memory of David Whelan
Patti smith May 30 2022 3:06 PM

A candle was lit in memory of David Whelan
Dale & Luann Walsh May 30 2022 2:59 PM

A candle was lit in memory of David Whelan
Larry & Gina Wetzler May 29 2022 6:42 PM

The loss of David is so sad. May God grant comfort and peace as our family mourns his loss. David was a special person and will be missed.
Marvin and Carolyn Henry May 28 2022 1:22 PM

A candle was lit in memory of David Whelan
Marvin and Carolyn Henry May 28 2022 1:07 PM

Sorry for your loss
Lisa Gorman May 28 2022 10:41 AM