Jack Whittaker

Born on June 27, 1934 in Pike County, he was the son of the late John and Mable Whittaker. He was the loving husband to Dorothy (Bernardo/Santulli) Whittaker, with whom he shared 28 years of marriage. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary (Carmella/Rossi) Whittaker.

Jack Moved to East Stroudsburg in the early 1950’s. He began working at Patterson Kelly in East Stroudsburg in 1954 and after 42 years of employment, Jack retired in 1996. From the mid 1960’s to the early 1970’s, he and his, then wife, Mary owned and operated The Gem Lunch in East Stroudsburg. Jack was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Throughout his life, he was an avid gardener and a collector, collecting stamps and coins. He loved his country music, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard in particular. He also enjoyed playing his guitar, especially at family get-togethers.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons; John Whittaker and his wife Isabel, of Stroudsburg and Daniel Whittaker and his wife Joan, of Stuarts Draft, VA; his daughters: Gloria Jean Rossi of East Stroudsburg , Tina Tabor and her husband Thomas of Henryville; his step-children: Theresa Ruscillo and her husband Vic, and Laurie Santulli; Grandchildren; Jacci Willard and her husband Tom, Dee Bonneau and her husband Gary, Tracy Rose and her husband Dan, Jennifer Schnaitman and her husband Chris, Jason Whittaker and his wife Heather, and Joseph Whittaker; Great-Grandchildren: Josh Schnaitman, Joe Rose, Jordan Schnaitman, and Hannah Whittaker; Step great-grandchildren: Nicole, Julia, and Sophia Ruscillo.

In addition to his parents and his first wife, Jack was preceded in death by his daughter; Marie Werkheiser and her husband Donald Werkheiser; his brothers: Romaine, Nelson, Albert, and Eugene; His sisters: Dorothy Schraeder and Hazel Martin.

A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 2pm until the time of the service at the Lanterman and Allen Funeral Home, 27 Washington Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. The funeral service will begin at 4:30pm, officiated by Pastor Todd.

In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Lanterman and Allen Funeral Home, 27 Washington Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 where online condolences may be made at Lantermanallenfh.com