Margo Sue Whalen
Margo Sue Whalen, 66, of Charlotte, a woman who was dedicated to her work, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at her residence. Margo was born on May 11, 1959, the daughter of Galen and Mary Alice (Briggs) Tibbett. Following graduating from Charlotte High School, Margo obtained an Associate’s Degree from Lansing Community College. Her working career led her to work as an Administrative Assistant for Michigan National Bank, Lansing Community College where she retired from in 2023, and most recently for Peckham Industries.
On October 20, 1998, Margo married John Whalen, and together they spent the next 27 years creating lasting memories. Traveling was a big part of Margo’s life, she wasn’t always fond of the idea but once she reached the destination, she enjoyed herself. Her summers were spent at the family lake house at Houghton Lake. Margo was a woman that loved vibrant colors, this love shows in her love for quilting, the colors within her house, and most recently in her love for painting barn quilts. Other hobbies that Margo enjoyed included doing puzzles, reading, watching cooking shows, eating saltwater taffy, sipping on a diet Coke, and rides on the motorcycle with John. Above all her proudest accomplishment in life came from her working career.
Margo is survived by her husband, John; children, John (Christina) Whalen Jr. and Tammy (Jim) Jannsen; four grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren; sister cousin, Julie Buckner; and many extended family members and friends. She was predeceased by her parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Margo’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Laura Cooper officiating. Visitation will be held just prior to the service from 10 to 11:00 a.m. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Margo’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smartphone). If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association or The Peckham Foundation. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.