Robert E. Whiting

July 3, 1947 - September 21, 2017

Robert E. Whiting, 70, of Danvers, passed away at Ledgewood Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Home, Beverly, on Wednesday, September 21, 2017, after a long illness, with his wife by his side. He enjoyed visits from his entire family and dear friends in the days prior to his passing. Born in Lynn, Bob was the son of the late Harry & Delilah (Purdy) Whiting. He graduated from Lynn English High School in 1965 and attended North Shore Community College. He resided in Danvers for over 41 years. Bob worked for New England Telephone, NYNEX and Verizon for over 30 years, where he retired as a Senior Operations Specialist. He also worked for J. P. Morgan Chase for several years. Bob is survived by his wife of 49 years, Kathleen (Donahue) Whiting. He is also survived by his five children, Cheryl Foss of Beverly, Robert Whiting & his wife, Rosemary of Beverly, David Whiting & his wife, Michelle of Georgetown, Amy Enos & her husband, Eric of Methuen and Kelly Granz and her husband, Jonathan of S. Hamilton. He also leaves seven grandchildren, Hannah, Nicholas, Katherine, Izabella, Ryan, Abigail & Lorelei. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Ledgewood for the loving and compassionate care he received. He made many wonderful friends while he lived there. His Graveside service will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Sylvan St., Danvers. Friends and family are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s name to the American Diabetes Association, 260 Cochituate Rd., Framingham, MA, 01701.