He was the son of Edward Whelan and Mary Whelan (née McMillan), and the husband of Sylvia Whelan (née Koltusky). He leaves in sorrow his children Bonnie (Brad), Joseph (Valerie), and his siblings Eddie (Winnie), Monnie (Barry), Tommy, Peggy (George), Paddy (Terry), Nicky (Huong), as well as his many nephews, nieces, and friends.
Arthur was best known for his sense of humour, contagious laughter and his love of reading. Most notably, he was a politics and history enthusiast. A deeply religious man, he knew his Bible scripture and was gentle in his teachings and analogies.
Visitations will take place at Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Home on Sunday October 4, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. A memorial mass will follow in the chapel at 1:30 p.m.
The family has decided to limit activities to just the service (no reception) in consideration of trying to maintain physical distancing. We remind everyone to please bring a mask.
The family would like to thank the Montfort Renaissance and the May Court Hospice for the respect, care, and compassion they showed Arthur in his final months.
In memory, donations to either Care Facility would be appreciated.
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/42725 - Montfort Renaissance
https://www.hospicecareottawa.ca/donate.html - May Court Hospice
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