Dewey Jack Wharam

Dewey Jack Wharam, 86, of Carlisle, passed away with his loving wife by his side on Monday, January 27, 2020 at his home.
He was born March 29, 1933 in Arvonia, VA to the late James Olin and Mattie (Price) Wharam.
Jack served his country in the US Air Force and later the US Marine Corps. Dewey was a member of Teamsters Union 776. He drove truck for 40 years before his retirement. He ended his career as a driver for Carolina Freight. Jack will be remembered for his selflessness, especially to those in his neighborhood. He could often be seen helping others shoveling snow or with any task that required assistance. Dewey was a spiritual man and he was comforted by the teachings of Charles Stanley through his illness. He was a former member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Post #1299 and Moose Lodge #761. In his free time Jack enjoyed gospel music and loved fishing, especially off the shore of the Outer Banks.
He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Debra K. Wharam of Carlisle; four children, Jackie Wharam of Georgia, Kimberly E. Wharam of Georgia, Brandy M. (husband Keith) McCabe of Carlisle and Courtney A. (husband Christopher) Collare of North Carolina; one sister Ann Fekete of Emlinton; seven granddaughters, Allison (husband Daniel) McCoy of Georgia, Erika (husband Jeremiah) Giduturi of Georgia, Rachel (husband Jared) Hunt of Georgia, Eden (husband Jonathan) Pless of Georgia, Celine Collare of South Carolina, Chelsea McCabe of Carlisle, and Shannon McCabe of Carlisle; thirteen great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his son, Kevin M. Wharam; one brother, James O. Wharam Jr.; and his beloved dog, Teddy.
Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 3, 2020 at the Hoffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 2020 West Trindle Road Carlisle, PA 17013 with Chaplain Keith Searfoss officiating. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of the family. A visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the funeral home.
The Wharam family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Grane Hospice whose exemplary service comforted Dewey during his time at home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grane Hospice, 1200 Camp Hill Bypass Suite 205 Camp Hill, PA 17011 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.
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