BORN

1938

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Bookhout Funeral Home

34 River Street

Otego, New York

Frederick Whittaker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 5, 2012.

Frederick B. Whittaker, Jr., 74 of Otego passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012 at the A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital, Oneonta.

He was born January 20, 1938 in Bayshore, New York the son of the late Frederick B. Whittaker, Sr. and Winnie W. (Schenk) Whittaker.

Fred retired from the Long Island Lighting Company as a foreman after 42 years of service.

Fred was a loving father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family.

He is survived by his four children, Joanne Miller of Otego, Frederick Whittaker, III of Patchogue, Steven Whittaker of Otego and Thomas Whittaker of Otego; six grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Raymond and John.

At Fred's request there will be no calling hours or funeral services.

To light a candle or send the family an online condolence please visit www.bookhoutfuneralhome.com

Funeral arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home, 34 River Street, Otego, New York.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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July 8, 2012

Kathy Cone

Joanne & Katie & family so sorry for your loss your in our thoughts & Prayers.

July 7, 2012

Aaron Utter (Lincare)

Steve an family,
I am so sorry about your loss. If you need anything just let me know. Hope you guys are doing okay.

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July 7, 2012

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Joanne, Katie and Family,
We are sorry for your loss! If you need anything, please let me know.

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