WHELAN, Gayle F., 88, of Kettering passed away Thursday, May 25, 2007 at Southview Hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents Nicholas and Frances LaCally; husband John Whelan and sister Catherine Lucas. She is survived by her daughters Gayle Saunders and Patti Crafton; grandchildren Vicki, Melissa, Michelle, and Macy; great grandchildren Jonathan, Nathan, and Joshua; other family and friends. She was involved in many Senior Citizen activities in the Kettering area. Private services will be held by the family. Arrangements in care of Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd. To send a special message to the family please visit www.NewcomerFamily.com.