(L.A.) Jessie Whalem, 68, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2025-17139

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old Black male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Jessie Whalem.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

Other Significant Conditions: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Lung Cancer

RIP JESSIE WHALEM ( November 1, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday.