Memorial

Susan “Sue” Louise Spinden McWhinney, 72, passed away November 7, 2026, at The Views of Marion. A visitation will be held from 12 noon until 2 p.m., Saturday, November 14, at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home, Cedar Rapids. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., with burial following at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.

Sue is survived by her loving husband, Daniel McWhinney; son, Brad (Amber) Harrington of Garwin, Iowa; brother, Pete (Cyndi) Spinden of Columbia, Tennessee; granddaughters, Cambry and Cali Harrington; brother-in-law, Dr. Jon McWhinney; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her son, Brian Harrington; parents; brother-in-law, Jim McWhinney; and sister-in-law, Kay McWhinney. 

Sue was born in Iowa City, Iowa, to Clifford M. and Helen E. (Wagner) Spinden. She graduated from West Liberty High School in 1972. She married Mark Harrington; they later divorced.  She worked at Meth-Wick Community in Cedar Rapids for several years until her retirement. In 2001, Sue married Daniel McWhinney. Together, they enjoyed traveling to many destinations. Sue loved her cats, Watson and Murphy, watching birds outside her window, and was anchored by her profound faith. Sue always showed a quiet kindness; she lived by the Golden Rule. 

Sue’s family wishes to thank the caring staff of The Views for all their loving care. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Paws of Hope Animal Rescue.