George Donald Whedon, 77
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George Donald Whedon, 77, of Troy passed away Aug. 6, 2021, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby. He was born Jan. 9, 1944, in St. Helena, Calif., to George and Ruth (Richards) Whedon.
He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961 to 1965 and received an honorable discharge. George was a journeyman machinist at various places, the last being Simpson Timber in Korbel, Calif. On Nov. 21, 1987, he married Denise Bucci in Reno, Nev. They enjoyed 34 happy years of marriage. George was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars John E. Freeman Post 5514 of Troy. He was an avid hunter and fisherman so he loved the mountains he lived alongside.
He was preceded in death by a son, Raymond Gary Whedon.
Survivors include his wife, Denise Whedon of Troy; five children; sisters-in-law, Darlene Smith and Donna Rugani; and many grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Aug. 28 at the Troy Cemetery. A potluck will follow at the VFW Hall in Troy at noon.
Arrangements are under the care of Schnackenberg Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.schnackenbergfh.com.