WHALEN, PHILIP JOHN It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Philip John Whalen of Lower Kingsclear on January 25 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, following a long battle with cancer. He was 59. Born in Moncton, he was the son of the late John Michael and Bernice Margaret (Hackett) Whalen. Philip started his career as a professional engineer at NB Power in 1973. In 1985, he began consulting and formed two different companies, P.J. Whalen and Associates and Lumin Ultra Technologies. Phil had a great interest in technology and enjoyed golfing at the Fredericton Golf Club. He also had a love for trains, stemming from his childhood years in Pangburn. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Dolores Ann (Tait) Whalen; sons Patrick Whalen of Fredericton, Tony Whalen (Gia) of Fredericton; daughter, Catonia Whalen of New York; three brothers; Mike Whalen of Ottawa, Jim Whalen of Calgary, and Pat Whalen of Edmonton; by one Granddaughter Vivian and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by one brother, Paul Whalen. Visitation will be held at Bishop's Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton on Tuesday, January 27 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. The funeral service will be held at St. Dunstan's Roman Catholic Church, Wednesday, January 28 at 12:00 Noon, with Father Gerry White officiating. Reception to follow. Internment to take place at a later date in the Forest Hill Cemetery. Donations to the SPCA would be appreciated by the family. Many thanks to all the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the DECH. Online condolences may be expressed through: www.bishopsfuneralhome.com