Remembering Bro. Thomas Whelan, Jr.

Thomas Whelan, Jr.

Entered Apprentice: 03-Jan-2006

Fellowcraft:   07-Feb-2006

Master Mason:  07-Mar-2006

Called off from Labor: 20-May-2021

Tom, 67 years old grew up in Lindenwold. Beloved companion of Marge Ruiz. Devoted Dad of Thomas III (Jamie), Shawn, Steven (Allison), Danielle, Katrina and Michelle. Loving Poppy of Victoria (Zach), Shawn Jr., Doug Jr., Samantha, Demerik, Bayleigh, Eilana, Garyn, Alyxandria, Jayden, Lucas, Koryn, Sarah, Mackenzie, Mark. Great Poppy of Jack, Becca and Dean. Dear brother of Joni (Grace). Tom will join his fur babies Lucy and Bella, and will be missed by Lexi and Lulu.

Tom recently retired as Transportation Superintendent from R.E. Pierson Construction Co., Pilesgrove, NJ. Tom “Tucker” was a life member of the Philadelphia and NJ Centurions Motorcycle Club. He loved being Santa for the past 24 years for the “Xmas in July” Motorcycle Club ride for Shriners Hospital for Children. He will be deeply missed by his Centurion brothers. He was a Master Mason of Lodge No. 2. Proud Veteran of the Marine Corps from 1971 -1973. Youngest professional Roller Derby skater with the Philadelphia Warriors from 1969 – 1971. Will be deeply missed by his Monday night football crew. Avid Nascar, Eagles, Phillies and Flyers fan. Tom had a heart of gold, very generous, always helping everyone and knowing everyone to call. He was “Monti Hall” for projects, the project manager. He was the happiest around his family, family trips, holiday dinners and BBQ’s. He was a humble person and will be deeply missed.

Farewell my brother.