John E. Whitley passed away at home unexpectedly at the age of 78. Survived by his beloved wife Alberta and his children Kathleen and her husband Thomas, Karen and her husband George and John A. and his wife Cathy M. He also leaves 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Mr. Whitley served in the U.S Navy during WWII and was a member of the Corner Stone Lodge and Samoset Royal Arch Chapter. All services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital, Memorial and Honor Program F., 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.