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Stuart Whyte Obituary
He was born in Oklahoma and moved with his family to Williamsburg in 1958. He attended WJCC schools and graduated from Lafayette High in 1975. Ward attended the United States Military Academy in West Point, where he played football.
He graduated in 1979 and served his country in the Army, where he graduated from Ranger / Green Beret school, served in Panama with the 101st Airborne, and reached the rank of Major.
Ward loved football. He played on and coached several teams in the Army and continued to coach as he took up his second career of teaching. Most recently, Ward taught and coached football and basketball at Surry Middle and High Schools. He was a gifted teacher and had a special connection with his students and athletes.
His father, James P. Whyte, preceded him in death.
His mother, Martha Whyte; daughters, Jamie and Blair; brothers, James and Scott and his wife, Ethel; nephew, Scotty; nieces, Rhonda, Shelly and Nicole; and grandchildren, Triston and Laney, all survive him.
There will be a private funeral and a memorial service at 6 p.m. Feb. 13, at Surry High School.
Donations can be made to the Surry County High School Athletic Department care of Kendra Grisset at Surry County High School, 1675 Hollybush Road, Dendron, VA 23839.
Bucktrout of Williamsburg is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stuart Whyte
Becky Kilgore
March 14, 2008
To the Whyte family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ward's death. Ward taught me alot about life and how to face the difficulties we encounter. I will miss him and the memories I have of him.
Mark Hartman
February 16, 2008
I was so saddened to hear we had lost Ward. A good friend at school. Full of life. Someone you wanted to be around. I'll miss you Ward but will not forget.
Mark Hartman '79
Dan Mahoney
February 14, 2008
Ward's friendship was a gift, as sincere, heartwarming and loyal at it gets. Until we meet again, friend...
Gary Sauer
February 13, 2008
Whyte Family
Ward was an outstandling leader and role model, we will miss him dearly.
Ward let it be said "Well Done , Be thou at peace"
Your classmate
Gary
"Top of the Line 79"
Tammy and Sev Rosario
February 13, 2008
Our prayers are with the entire Whyte family as you grieve the loss of your family member. May your fond memories of Ward always be a source of comfort to you.
Kirk Thomas
February 13, 2008
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Ward. We were team mates on the Army football team from 1975-1978. Ward will always be remembered as a competitor, leader, and friend to everyone on those teams.
Grip hands with us now, though we see not,
Grip hands with us, strengthen our hearts
As the long line stiffens and straightens
With the thrill that you presence imparts.
Grips hands tho' it be from the shadows --
While we swear, as you did of yore,
Or living, or dying, to honor
The Corps, and the Corps, and the Corps!
Einar Seadler
February 12, 2008
Dear Ward,
Rest in peace my friend. I'm better for knowing you. Your departure makes us all poorer.
E
TOTL '79
Goldie Shelton
February 12, 2008
To the Whyte Family,
Mr.Whyte was kind,caring,and he had a great sense of humor.I was one of his first students during his first year at LPJ Middle School. He always helped me with math problems that I couldn't understand. He really showed that he cared about his students. He will be missed dearly. Our hearts are with you, and may God bless you always.
The Rhodes
February 12, 2008
To the Whyte Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Coach Whyte will surely be missed.
Carl Cecil
February 12, 2008
Ward was one of our special weapons on the Army football team. His foot help us win many a game. His classmates will miss hime.
Top of the Line, '79
Carl Cecil
Steve Patton
February 12, 2008
Hopefully there is a football team in heaven because you'll be on the first team! The peninsula has lost a great man.
Renita Bailey
February 12, 2008
Mr. Whyte was a wonderful, caring, fun-loving person. I can truly say he made me laugh each and every day. I will miss him more than my words can express. Sleep well my friend.
Russell & Wanda Savedge
February 12, 2008
Mr. Whyte was always very concerned when he taught our son Peter and equally concerned and fun when he coached our son Rusty on the JV football team. He always had encouraging words for our family, especially Rusty and Peter when he saw us in the school setting or attending after school activites. We know he will be missed by many. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Rusty Savedge, SCHS & Peter Savedge LPJMS.
Stephanie (Parsons) Stoutingberg
February 12, 2008
To the Whyte Family:
Our prayers of condolence will be with your entire family at this time. Ward was a 1975 Lafayette High School classmate and will be remembered by all of us! He will be remembered as a fun-loving happy person. Please accept our prayers and thoughts at this time.
Joahn Brown
February 12, 2008
My prayers go out to you, the family of Mr. Stuart Whyte, during your time of sympathy. I have known Mr. Whyte since he started his teaching career in Surry County. I will remember him as a jolly person, you knew he was in the house! He worked well with his students and will be missed. Our last conversation last week was about his students. Now that basketball season had come to an end, he had planned to join us for after-school tutoring at L.P. Jackson Middle School on yesterday (Feb.11). Dry your tears and remember the good times. May God continue blessing you all.
Mrs. Joahn Y. Brown (Co-Worker-SCPS)
Susan Cobb Felts
February 12, 2008
May God carry you through this time of your loss. You are in my prayers...
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