David George Wherry

Published July 16, 2016

DAVID GEORGE WHERRY, age 86, a lifelong resident of Clinton, died on Saturday morning, July 16, 2016, in the comfort of his home.

Born October 11, 1929, in Clinton, he was the son of the late Joseph H. and Sylvia (Kelly) Wherry. He was a Purple Heart recipient while serving as a US Marine during the Korean Conflict, a lifelong member of the Imperial V.F.D. and was active in local politics, serving as democratic committeeman for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Walter, William, Howard “Shorty”, and Joseph “Buck” Wherry; sisters, Nancy Wherry, Ethel (James) Gardner and Goldie (George) Roth. Surviving are a sister, Anna Mae Miller of Clinton and her late husband, Joseph; a brother, James John Wherry, of Clinton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received in the MOODY FUNERAL HOME, Rt. 30, Clinton, Monday, July 18, 2016, from 4-8 p.m. where services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m..