Born November 3,1958 , to Charles and Rosemary Kennedy Whalen, she was a lifelong resident and active community member in Yonkers, NY. She was educated in the Yonkers Public Schools and participated in many activities, programs, and independent and supported employment through the Yonkers League of Westchester ARC. In addition, she was an active participant in a bowling league and Special Olympics, and a familiar face as a volunteer at St. John's Riverside Hospital.
She is survived by her sister, Patricia Huffield, her niece Meaghan Capellini and her husband Rob, great-niece Celeste, great-nephews Ryan and Joseph, and many cousins. She is also survived by many close friends who were like family to her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Cabrini Nursing Home (specifying Garden Level on the memo) or Westchester ARC ( specifying Yonkers League on the memo)
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.whalenandballfh.com for the WHALEN family.