John David "Whitt" Whittingham's Obituary
John David “Whitt” Whittingham, age 61, of Pleasant Hills, passed away on March 22, 2021.
He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1978 where he excelled at basketball. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Waynesburg College where he played basketball during his college years.
John is preceded in death by his parents John J. Whittingham and Margaret Mochnach Whittingham.
He is survived by his sister, Cecilia (Daniel) Morgan, and his nieces: Julia (Jeffrey, USAF) Kukuruda, Sarah (Charles, USMC) Boyle, Cassandra (Robert) Madden.
Throughout his life, his one constant was basketball – whether it was playing at TJ, Waynesburg College, or various post-collegiate locations such as the Downtown Pittsburgh YMCA, South Side Market House, and South Park’s various basketball courts. He was always ready to play, exhibiting skill, toughness, and love for the game.
No funeral service will be held and memorial arrangements will be shared at a later date.
What’s your fondest memory of John?
What’s a lesson you learned from John?
Share a story where John's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with John you’ll never forget.
How did John make you smile?