LEEDS – Steven E. Whaley, 54, of Campground Road, died unexpectedly Sunday, April 17, 2011, at his home. He was born Feb. 12, 1957, in Caribou, the son of Elwood and Blanche (Walker) Whaley.
Steve was a graduate of Caribou High School. He worked for more than 20 years as a landscaper for Wheeler Landscaping, Manchester, and later for D.R. Struck, Winthrop. Most recently he worked for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers as an electrician. Steve enjoyed watching his Boston sports teams. His greatest joy was watching his son play basketball and football for the Winthrop Ramblers, of which he was a great team supporter. Steve also spent a lot of time with his companion, Jacoby, his golden retriever.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Serena Whaley, in 2005; his parents; and a brother, Stuart Whaley. He is survived by his sons, Skyler S. Whaley of Leeds and Michael O’Leary of Bradenton, Fla.; a sister, Stacey Landeen of Caribou; a close friend, Sid Maltese of Vassalboro; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Visiting will be held 10-11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop, where a memorial service will take place 11 a.m. as visitation concludes. Condolences to the family may be sent to
www.khrfuneralhomes.com.