Whitney W. Shattuck passed away peacefully on April 1 after a year-long battle with cancer. Whitney was 92 years young. To say that Whitney loved life would be an understatement. He greeted each day with a smile that lit up the room.
Whitney had a knack for telling stories which he readily admitted to embellishing. He used to say that his father once told him, “If you’re going to tell a story, make sure it’s a good one!” He had that technique perfected!
Whitney loved to cruise the coast of Maine in his beloved wooden sailboat Arion, which he lovingly and fastidiously cared for over 43 years. He loved playing tennis and badminton over the years with his many friends. His enthusiasm was infectious. Whitney loved spending quiet time at the library. The Marblehead Council on Aging became a favorite spot for him in his later years, where he enthusiastically participated in pickleball, curling and bocce to name just a few. He was the first person in their gym each morning to get in a bit of exercise.
Whitney was a man of great honor and integrity and was so very proud of his service to his country (Navy) during the Korean War. Whitney cherished spending time with his family and friends, catching up on all the latest news.
Whitney was a kind, caring and generous man who never complained, even when things seemed unbearably difficult. Truly an eternal optimist. He was always there for anyone in need of a helping hand.
All who knew and loved him will miss him dearly.
Whitney was predeceased by his parents, Carl and Eleanor Shattuck and his two brothers, Seth and Merrill Shattuck. Whitney leaves behind his wife, Sheri, with whom he shared many wonderful memories and adventures during their 40 years of marriage; his daughter Kate Shattuck of Maine, his two nephews, Scott (Judi) Shattuck of Melrose and Geoff (Pamela) Shattuck of Florida, his niece, Wendy (Erik) Shattuck of California, his brother-in-law, Skip Curley (Jacqueline) of Rockport, his son Dave Parker of Connecticut and his three grandsons, Charlie, Jesse and Zac Parker.
In memory of Whitney, please share a smile and a friendly greeting with those who you encounter during your day. He would like that.
A celebration of Whitney’s life will be held later this spring/summer. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com for Whitney’s family.
I am very saddened by the news of my long time friend Whitney. What a terrific guy, he lived his life with enthusiasm, dignity and grace, surrounded by love, family and friends of which I was privileged to be one. I never saw him without his trademark smile, a smile that came easy to his face. I want Sheri to know that I care…Whitney was quite a guy!!