NORTH MANCHESTER – John Wallace Whiting, 93, North Manchester, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.
He was born April 11, 1927, in Renick, W.Va., to Joseph Earle and Nannie Hyde Bright Whiting.
After graduating from Renick High School in 1944, John enlisted in the United States Navy. During his time in the military, John served in World War II on the USS Hancock (CV-19). Once the war ended, he was stationed in China with the First Marine Division, before being honorably discharged.
On Jan. 22, 1950, John married Gloria Elaine Michael, who survives.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28 at Maysville Cemetery, Maysville, W.Va. Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.
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For those who wish to honor the memory of John Wallace, memorial contributions may be made to Shepherd’s Center, P.O. Box 243, North Manchester, IN 46962; or North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 E. Second St., North Manchester, IN 46962.
