Garry Michael Whalen (January 12, 1951 - December 13, 2023)

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Garry Michael Whalen
  • January 12, 1951
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  • December 13, 2023

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Garry Michael Whalen, 72, of Fort Myers, Fl passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born January 12, 1951, in Yonkers, New York to Martin and Veronica (née Tynan) Whalen.

He graduated from City College of New York and then earned his master’s degree from the Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations. After Cornell, he went on to teach labor relations and collective bargaining at Indiana University. He had a long and well-regarded career as a negotiator in the state of New Jersey.

Garry enjoyed running for most of his life and would go out for long runs with the family dog Sandy in the area around the home in New Jersey. Garry was an avid reader of fiction and history. He loved beaches and found a wonderful home and community on Sanibel Island, Florida. While he lived on Sanibel Garry was a consistent volunteer at F.I.S.H.

Garry is survived by his wife Eileen, his brother Thomas, his sons Sean (wife, Hathaway) and Michael (wife Michelle), and three grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Garry Michael Whalen are suggested to F.I.S.H. of Sanibel.

Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society, Fort Myers is entrusted with final care.


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  1. Colleen Leppanen says:
    26 Dec 2023
    I’m so sorry to hear of Garry’s passing.
    My sincerest condolences Eileen to you and your family.
    Colleen Leppanen (Kelly)

  2. Joanne Bell says:
    25 Dec 2023
    I am saddened by your loss Eileen.
    I have no words
    May you find comfort in the love and support of your family. You are in my prayers
    Joanne Bell

  3. Carol Neith Hafner says:
    25 Dec 2023
    Eileen, I’m so very sorry to hear that Garry passed away. I wish you peace and comfort during this sad and difficult time.

  4. Teri Lis says:
    24 Dec 2023
    So very sorry to hear this news. Eileen, May your fondest memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Fondly, Teri McEwan Lis

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