Evelyn D. (Damian) (Cudzilo) Whalen

Evelyn D. (Damian) (Cudzilo) Whalen, 99, of Dunkirk passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, June 1, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital with her loving family by her side. Born in Dunkirk on May 30, 1926, wife of the late Harry “Mike” Cudzilo and Matthew Whalen; daughter of the late Lawrence and Theresa (Majka) Damian.

A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Evelyn attended Dunkirk High School. Ultimately, she went on to work as a Supervisor at M. Wiles for over 20 years.

Evelyn’s greatest passion was her family. She loved spending time with her loved ones and was a constant presence at her great-grandchildren’s sporting and scholastic events.

Her personality shone brightly through her loving nature and kindness, which endeared her to all who knew her.

A devout Catholic, Evelyn was an active parishioner at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church, where she participated in numerous church events, embodying the principles of faith and community service.

In addition to her family and religious devotion, Evelyn found joy in hobbies such as gardening, where she delightfully planted flowers, cooking delicious meals, and sewing. She was also a member of the Dunkirk Senior Center.

Evelyn is survived by a sister Patricia (late Richard) Kokocinski; granddaughters Amy (Ryan) Corbett of Dunkirk and Tricia (Alex) Dobosh of Orchard Park; great-grandchildren Olivia and Brady Corbett and Jacob and Chloe Dobosh.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn is preceded in death by her husbands Harry “Mike” Cudzilo and Matthew Whalen; daughter Nancy (late Frank T.) Rozen; sisters Joan Bielaszka, Lorraine Maslach and Irene Collins; brothers Harry, Chester, Joseph, Gilbert, Leon, and Robert Damian.

Relatives and friends are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at R. Mackowiak Funeral Home, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church. Interment will be held in St. Mary’s Cemetery.