Frederick A. Whitehawk, 91, husband of Doris L. (Melle) Whitehawk, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Keystone Villa.
Born in Chester, he was the son of the late Fred and Mary (Costello) Whitehawk.
Fred worked at Penco. For many years as a welder. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan.
Surviving along with his wife, Doris, is his son Fred Whitehawk, husband of Karen; son Michael Whitehawk, husband of Christine; grandchildren Quinby Whitehawk, Jennifer Whitehawk, Melissa Bennett, wife of Kevan, Lucas Whitehawk, Nicolette Whitehawk, Dan Webb, and Molly Whitehawk; great grandchildren Kerry Galanos and Michael Lynch; great great grandchildren Gianna, Aria, Luca, Layla, Thaddeus, and Nathaniel. He is predeceased by his son Donald Whitehawk.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11:00AM at Catagnus Funeral Home (711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464) with Deacon Jim Nash officiating. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Norristown. A viewing will also be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 10:00-11:00AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Indian School (1301 N Main St, Chamberlain, SD 57325) in Fred’s name.