Josephine A. Whittaker

Whittaker Josephine A. “Jo” (Biondo) of South Weymouth, Died with her loving family on May 14 at the age of 86 after a courageous battle with carcinoid cancer. Beloved wife for 61 years of Edward A. Whittaker. Devoted and compassionate mother of Karen Whittaker of Marshfield, Kim Whittaker of Winchester and Janis Riley of Hanover. Loving sister of Mauro (Murray) Biondo of Rockville, MD. A dedicated grandmother to Nicholas, Liam, Emma and Mitchell. Also survived by 6 nieces and nephews. Her warm smile and loving touch will remain in our hearts for eternity. A Family Service will be held at the MA. National Cemetery, Bourne, (Cape Cod) on Friday May 18 at 1:30 P.M. Arrangements made with the C. C. Shepherd Funeral Home 134 Pleasant St. S. Weymouth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jo’s memory to the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation, 1 Kendall Square PMB 180, Cambridge, MA 02139, www.caringforcarcinoid.org.