Cory Edgardo Whidden, age 19 of Marshfield, died Saturday June 2, 2012. He was born on November 29, 1992 in Bogota, Columbia and came home to Marshfield in the spring of 1993. Cory was the beloved son of Roger W. Whidden Jr. of Marshfield and Mary Judge Whidden, also of Marshfield. Brother to Jocelyn and Jian Whidden of Marshfield, grandson of Shirley Whidden of Dedham, the late Roger W. Whidden Sr. and the late Charles A. Judge and Ella Mae Judge. Cory is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Cory was a lifelong athlete. He enjoyed karate, soccer and snowboarding. He was a gifted artist, aspiring furniture maker and carpenter. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Cory Whidden Memorial Fund c/o 822 Webster Street Marshfield, MA 02050. The fund’s purpose is to create a sacred outdoor space, “Cory’s Compassionate Corner”. This space will honor Cory’s compassionate heart and spirit, and act as a reminder to practice Cory Kindness.
Visiting hours will be held at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean St., Route 139 Marshfield, MA on Thursday June 7, 2012 from 4-8 pm.
A Funeral Service will be held at the North Community Church, 72 Old Main Street Marshfield Hills, MA at 10:00 on Friday June 8, 2012.