Jonathan David McWhirter, age 53, of Knoxville, passed away on May 12.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ken; and his grandparents, Jack and Mildred Coode of Nashville, and David and Virginia McWhirter of Knoxville.
Mr. McWhirter is survived by his devoted mother, Ellen; sister, Grace (Neil) Lawley; nieces, Cara (Evan) Pohler and Rose Lawley; nephew, Luke McWhirter Lawley; great nephew, Owen Pohler; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Mr. McWhirter attended St. Joseph School and Central High School. He will be remembered for his love of music, anything Irish, and his sense of humor.
A memorial Mass for Mr. McWhirter was held at Immaculate Conception Church on May 19, with Father Jim Haley, CSP, serving as the celebrant. Concelebrants were Father Charlie Donahue, CSP, and Father John O’Neill. Deacon Joe Stackhouse served as deacon of the Mass. A burial service for Mr. McWhirter was to be at Calvary Cemetery in Nashville.
The family would like to thank all the friends of Jon who loved him unconditionally.
Donations in Mr. McWhirter’s memory can be made to the America Diabetes Association.