Walter Whitbeck

On December 24, 2025 Walter Whitbeck, 81, passed away from a difficult battle of Leukemia.
In his younger years, he was a race car driver and won a lot of trophies. Cars were his favorite, he once restored a 57 Chevy Convertible. He also trained pigeons to become message deliveries.

Walter is survived by his daughter Lisa McGovern (nee Whitbeck), son in law Michael McGovern. His stepson, James Quick (Patty) and his sister Helen Ruth Hoffman.

Loving Pop Pop of Austin, Courtney, Erin and Darci.
Uncle of John and Carol Chrzanowski, Melissa, Edward, Teddy and Frankie.

He was reunited with his deceased Mother Laura, and his brothers Edward (Sonny), and Frank in heaven.

Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service on Saturday January 10, 2025 from 2-4pm at Reilly-Rakowski Funeral Home 2632-34 East Allegheny Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134. Memorial Service at 4 PM. Interment Private