Thomas Albert Whittaker Jr.

Beloved husband of fifty years to the late Barbara; dear father of Tom Whittaker III, Kim Carl, Eric (Dena) Whittaker, Pat Whittaker, and Dan Whittaker; proud grandfather of Nick, Emily, and Olivia.

Tom graduated from Cooley High School in Detroit, Class of 1945. He proudly served his country in the Naval Reserve during World War II, aboard the U.S.S. Andromeda. Following the war, he attended and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Detroit, Class of 1951.

Tom wore many hats, working at the Dodge Truck Plant, Detroit Edison, Western Electric, Burroughs, and the US Army Tank-Automotive Command. After retiring in 1993, Tom and Barbara were "snow birds" in Central Florida during the winters until 2012.

Tom offered his services to many causes that he was passionate about including being a member of the Knights of Columbus, Right to Life, and a member of St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church, also acting as an usher, church festival committee, and president of the Mom and Dad's club.

In his spare time, he was a devoted sports fan, card player, bowler, golfer, travel, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

The family will greet friends from 3:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday, November 3 at Edward Swanson and Son Funeral Home 30351 Dequindre, Madison Heights. Rosary service at 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 9:30am, Saturday, November 4 at St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church, 2500 E. 12 Mile Rd., Warren. In State from 9:00am until time of mass. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Twp. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in Tom’s honor to the VFW Processing Center (PO Box 8958, Topeka, KS 66608) or Right to Life of Michigan (2340 Porter St., Grand Rapids, MI 49509)

Fond memories and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.EdwardSwansonandSonFuneralHome.com