Dennis Allen Whittemore

Dennis Allen Whittemore, 53, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Mar 17, 2013 in Cape Cod. He was born in Utica, New York to Rosemonde Wheaton Whittemore and the late Howard Whittemore. Dennis graduated from SUNY,Oneonta in 1983 with a degree in Sociology. He was an active member of the Rotterdam Elks, joining in 2001 and went through every chair and office up to and including Exalted Ruler. He was a good will ambassador and district chairman for major projects (Center for Disability) He was elected to the district state V.P. for the year 2013 to 2014.

In addition to his mother, Dennis is survived by his loving Spouse, James Suschinski; his brother Carl (Becky Kick) Whittemore; two step children, Dawn (Paul) Demick and Christopher Suschinski; four grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Chloe, Madison and Peyton; his special friends Pat, Mary, Mike and Jerry. He is also survived by several aunts, cousins and close friends.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the NYS ELKS – Major Project's attn.: Tony Thanopoulas, 4 Mayflower Drive Albany, NY 12205 in Dennis's memory.

Funeral service for Dennis will be Tuesday, Mar 26, 2013 at 10:00 am at the New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie. Calling hours will be on Monday, Mar 25, 2013 from 4pm to 9pm at the Funeral Home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.