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Emerson Whitaker Obituary
He was the son of the late Albert and Elizabeth Whitaker of Rich Square, N.C. He was a native of Rich Square, N.C., but lived in Petersburg for over 57 years. He was a veteran of World War II and retired from Builder's Supply Co. of Petersburg Inc. after 36 years of service.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, one son and four brothers.
He confessed Christ at Morning Star Baptist Church, Petersburg.
He leaves to cherish his memory wife of 62 years, Essie Whitakers; three daughters, Elizabeth Pitt and Margaret Smith, both of Petersburg, and Esther Maye of Martinsburg, W.Va.; two sons, Jarvis Whitaker of Petersburg and Wallace Whitaker of Winchester; 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; one sister, Elizabeth Whitaker of Paterson, N.J.; one sister-in-law, Virginia Galting of Ahoskie, N.C.; two brothers-in-law, Alonzo Galting of Ahoskie, N.C., and Nelson Whitaker of Paterson, N.J.; one daughter-in-law, Argie Whitaker of Petersburg; two sons-in-law, Randell Smith of Petersburg and Earl May of Martinsburg, W.Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Chapel of Tucker Funeral Home with the Rev. Lewis Newbell officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. Relatives and friends will assemble at 205 Terrace Ave., Petersburg, at noon. A memory video may be viewed at the funeral home. Services under the direction of Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.
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Memories and Condolences
for Emerson Whitaker
velvet(wright) curry (DUKE)
September 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
WAYNE HARRISON
September 17, 2008
Jesus' hands are very soft,
They are as gentle as can be,
Jesus holds me in His hands,
Because He surely does love me.
He shows me all the time,
Just how much He cares,
I am just a small child,
But He hears my prayers.
I ask Him to protect me,
I talk to Jesus at night,
When I start to go to bed,
I'm wrapped in Jesus' love tight.
He stays with me in the darkness,
Oh He is there all during the day,
No matter where I happen to go,
Jesus is there each step of the way.
This Christmas Eve it was raining,
We were coming back home,
Mommie, Daddy, Jesus and me,
You see we were not alone.
The road had water running down,
The car hydroplaned just then,
We rolled into a drainage ditch,
Upside down, but unhurt, Amen.
I saw Jesus there that night,
He was wearing blue,
I told Mommie and Daddy,
His hands held me too.
I'm a child but I love Jesus,
And Jesus loves me so much,
He takes very good care of me,
Do you want to feel His touch?
September 17, 2008
There is a place,
Where weary pilgrims meet!
By God's grace,
'Tis at Jesus' feet!
This is the place,
We can go,
When our pace,
Is getting slow.
When cares of life,
Have got us down,
And toil and strife,
Cause us to frown.
Before our eyes stray,
From the eternal goal.
We must say,
"Take courage, my soul!"
"God does not slumber,"
"Nor does He sleep!"
"His blood washed number,"
"He shall keep!"
Though satan's snares,
May be well laid.
Many prayers,
Have been prayed!
And God is near,
With His arms open wide!
Have no fear,
There's safety inside!
Our hearts shall swell
For the fellowship is sweet,
Yes, all is well,
At Jesus' feet!
September 17, 2008
Jesus you are my strong and mighty tower
You come near each and every hour,
When I'm feeling down and low,
You whisper gently, "I Love You So."
You give peace in the midst of my storms
Help me to rise and be strong,
Sometimes our ship is battered and torn,
But Jesus promised, you are never alone.
He sends His Angels from above
To encamp over us with peace and love,
He cleansed us by His precious blood,
So we would grow and show His Love.
Jesus wants us to listen and obey
He sends His grace from day to day,
He comes in His great might and power,
He sends blessings, each passing hour.
As we daily wait upon our Lord
We will not stumble or fall,
Though the storm clouds gather near,
We are kept safe in His loving care.
carolyn(wright) tilman
September 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
TAMMY FARMER
September 17, 2008
When you are lonely
"God is at your side"
When bad things happen
"Draw closer to Jesus"
When you are hurting
"Feel God's warm embrace"
When you need a friend to talk to
"The line to Jesus is always open"
When you feel all hope is gone
"God has hope for you"
When you need healing
"Believe in my healing Jesus"
When you feel unloved
"Hug close to Jesus"
When good things happen
"Give thanks and praises to Jesus"
When you need Salvation
"Accept my Jesus"
DEBBIE HUNT
September 17, 2008
I’ll give it all to You Dear Lord
No Ifs or Ands or Buts
I’ll take the step and get on board
Forsaking all my ruts
I’ll leave behind what stresses me
The worry, doubt and fear
And claim Your truth tenaciously
Just knowing You are near
With Your great help I’ll change my ways
I’ll thrive where I belong
From negatives to vibrant praise
I’ll sing a different song
I’ll see the best and drop the rest
I’ll concentrate on love
I’m thankful for the way I’m blessed
A gift from You above
I’ll dwell on things that lift my soul
You’ll fill me with delight
I’ll take back all the devil stole
And do what’s good and right
I’ll place myself within Your hands
Your word I will obey
I know Your blueprint and Your plans
Are best for me each day
I’ll learn to love and trust and give
I’ll grow as You direct
I’ll let You teach me how to live
Your family You protect
And so I’ll move ahead with Peace
Of This I Can Be Sure
That Faith and Love will just increase
My Future Is Secure !!!
CELESTINA SEAVERS
September 16, 2008
I dreamed I went to heaven,
And sang around the throne,
I dreamed I met the angels,
And friends I knew from home.
They all looked very happy,
Their faces full of joy,
No look of sorrow on each face,
They lit up just like the sky.
And then I saw my Jesus,
The Shepherd of all lambs,
Then I knelt down at His feet,
Oh such peace and calm.
All my anguish then vanished away,
A brand new body was mine.
I was clothed in heavenly garments,
That was breathtaking and divine.
I clung to Jesus with my life,
He was glad to see me there,
I knew He was not pretending,
For I could feel no fear.
He told me then I must go back,
My time was not yet due,
Don’t despair my precious child,
I will come back for you.
It was there I awaken in my bed,
And my heart was oh, so sad,
For I remembered seeing heaven,
And oh the joy I had.
Then Jesus softly spoke to me,
I will guide you all the way,
Until that time I come for you,
And bring you home to stay.
MRS MARIE WILLIAMS MOSS
September 16, 2008
Blessed Lord I come to you,
After a long laborious day,
I am thankful for the blessings,
You have sent my way.
I kneel upon my knees in prayer,
Your love I worship more than all,
For it is with your counseling,
I survive each and every daily call.
I am tired in body, sweet Jesus,
Facing trials which seem to beset,
But when the day is over Lord,
With you there is Peace of the sunset.
Gentle peace fills my heart Lord,
Soothes my weary troubled soul,
I see blessing of such richness,
In the peace of the sunset's gold.
I thank you beloved Father,
For guidance I've to receive yet.
It is all brought to mind Lord,
With the tranquil peace of the sunset.
I know there will be days ahead,
More trials that I have not met.
But Jesus I know you will bring,
Everlasting peace of the sunset.
I heard a voice speak soft and low,
As I lay upon my bed,
I felt such anguish in my heart,
As the voice so softly said.
Dear child of mine, I speak to you,
The time is drawing near,
Where millions of souls will be lost,
And who is there to care.
You must search to find a wandering soul,
And bring them home again,
Bring them back to the arms of Jesus,
Where angels will attend.
I’m calling you home, just one last time,
Then the door of mercy will close,
And I will come back to the take my own,
Where no more will they ever roam.
The time is now, do not delay,
Lay your all on the altar today,
For I am preparing a mansion of gold,
Where the angels of mine will stay.
Oh what words of wisdom Jesus whispers to you and I,
His hand reaching down from the throne upon high.
What a wonderful Savior and wonderful friend,
His love for you and I, will never end!
Nothing can compare with the love that
Jesus shares, He created us with love and care.
He keeps us safe with his love and Grace,
May God's glow always warm your face !
Each breath we take is a gift from God
Every good and perfect gift comes from Him,
How we long to see His lovely face,
Just hold Him...And feel His embrace !
The summer sun glows red and hazy
Thru' the mist rolling in off the hill-
The velvet fawn grows fat and lazy
As from God's bounty-eats her fill.
Tomatoes hang, red and heavy-
Bending their strong green vine,
Corn tassels stand, tall and silvery,
Marching in a straight line.
Bell peppers-red, green and yellow,
Striking a fashion show pose-
Upstaging the dark green zucchini,
With it's showy yellow rose.
A Humming bird-a tiny winged jewel,
And a chartreuse butterfly,
Taste purple clematis-hugging a newel-
As a rainbow bunting flits by.
A golden honeybee sips the nectar
Of a white honeysuckle bloom,
While a black and yellow bumblebee
Prefers the spicy lavender broom.
Now, painting the sky in rays of magenta
The sun nods behind the hill--
This is the work of the Master Painter
That causes the heart to thrill.
This then-is what our Lord intended
That people should live off the land,
The end result is all colors blended--
All painted by the Master's Hand
I feel the softness,
The wind starts to blow,
Raindrops fall lightly,
A lake winter snow.
Birds at a distance,
Sing lightly a tune,
Night time is falling,
Comes a silvery moon.
Fireplace flickers,
The smell of fresh wood,
Love what we can,
Do what we should,
Sunlight Falls,
Upon my face,
Butterflies flying,
From place to place.
Flowers are blooming,
Colors unknown,
Is this like heaven?,
It can't be wrong.
You came across my mind today,
So I paused to say a prayer,
And ask my lord to bless you,
Because I really care....
I asked Him to protect you,
As the storms come raging by,
And send His loving angels,
Around you as you cry.....
I asked him, to ease your pain,
That you are going through,
And give you such an inner peace,
Because I care for you...
I asked Him to make you smile,
And take away those tears,
And to fill your life with laughter,
That will last for many years...
Secure In Jesus
So I'll struggle along Lord your will I'll do
Life is not easy, but Lord I have You
The times I could not walk alone,
You reached down and carried me along.
I know Lord it is all part of Your great plan
I've been kept by Your mighty strong hand
And so someday You will come for me,
You are the great I Am, You whisper to me.
You are my comfort, my guide and strength
You have always been my sufficient friend
You cradle me in Your strong loving arms,
Wrap me in love and...shelter without end!
Someday we'll fall down at the feet of Jesus
We'll lay all our heavy burdens down
Forever more living with Jesus above,
Oh, it will be grand resting in His love.
Down here we suffer many heartaches
So often we long to rest in His arms
The body pain is more than we can bear,
How wonderful someday with Jesus to share.
I don't understand the pain I've been through
Each time "I cried Lord", Your embrace, I felt
Many times I asked You to take me home,
You whispered, "Carry on," you are not alone.
Some days are so weary Lord, I feel all alone
The pain and hurt just brings me down low
But Lord, You promised you will not leave,
And I thank You for your goodness to me.
The Spirit and the Bride say Come.
Of the bible that is the sum.
He is the Bright and Morning Star
Reach out and touch Him, He's never far.
His Spirit is ever trying to win
To show that we are lost in sin.
Trying to win our souls for the King,
So in heaven with Him we'll reign.
His mercy endures for a season.
In this He has His reasons.
We must bow before Him when the Spirit calls
Before it's too late, and the world does fall.
When He comes again in the clouds
It will be too late then to bow,
And hang your head in shame and sin.
If you hear the Spirit, call let Him in.
When Jesus stands, and shuts the door
Too late then, you'll be lost forevermore.
Your fate will then be sealed.
Then you will know that God is real!
The Spirit and the Bride say Come
By the beautiful sea we're one,
A place we seem to relish,
Beauty given to us for love,
One we'll always embellish.
It's adorned with lovely roses,
Heavenly is the fragrance,
And gives sweet romantic flavor,
To enhance loves' appearance.
By the beautiful sea my love,
Comes to me and me alone,
No delayings and no worries,
Just our loves' thresholds unknown.
Enjoying God's loving nature,
Is a thrill we'll ne'er dismiss,
Such beauty echoes sensations,
As we share enamored bliss.
By the beautiful sea blue waves,
Invite us with desire's song,
Without doubt or reserve we plunge,
Into its depths as we long.
It's a fresh new venture in life,
Enjoying such beauty eyed,
Serene and complete God's blessing,
And our love is side by side.
Everyday there’s a special reason,
When serving Jesus in your life,
Everyday there’s a brand new blessing,
That helps you through the toils and strife.
Satan has thrown me many heartaches,
To try to tear this body down,
Many, many times He has took my smile,
And has turned it to a frown.
But each time I am made stronger,
For the battle I go through,
For Jesus walks beside me,
And He gets me daily through,
Not once did He ever say to us,
It will be easy all the way,
He carried His crosses daily,
So why should we get away.
The blessings of this lifetime,
Could never ever compare,
To the lifetime blessings in heaven,
When we get over there.
So when your trials in life are rough,
Remember you are never alone,
Jesus will be there to guide you,
And bring you safely home.
Lamb of God you are my dwelling place
You are the fountain of heavenly grace,
You are wonderful, Counselor, prince of peace,
Living in your presence, we find sweet relief.
You fill our hearts with heavenly joy
As we step out upon your promises,
Walking in God's pathway is our task,
Living close to Jesus, gives sweet rest at last.
Worship the Lord and lets crown Him king
The love of God brings peace with in,
He is our over shadowing Lord,
The bitter cup for me was out poured.
At your ever lasting wings we'll hide
Resting in Your love, staying by your side,
You are our Savior, so loving and kind,
The Master is now calling, "Come and Dine.
Lord again we fall down before thee
You are our strength, shield, and guide,
Into your presence we'll conqueror sin
Striving daily many crowns to win.
From mountaintop’s lofty peaks I seek
The vista’s beauty; from which to find,
My Comforter, my Solace, my Guide,
And yet my heart has been denied.
From distant shores, to grains of sand,
I try so hard to understand,
To be enfolded in His Embrace
Warm in His Arms, to touch His Face.
To share the Love He offers you
For no other Love on earth will do
And then realization starts to begin
I find that He Does Dwell Within~~~~~
Within the heart that seeks to find
His Goodness, Kindness, Peace of mind.
Humbly now, I seek to Follow Him,
Knowing Truly He Dwells Within~~~
To Follow Him~~~to carry my cross
For anything else, would count as loss.
How big is the need
How great is the call
How big is the God
Who reigns over all.
When troubles arise
To Him we must go
The lifter of heads
His love overflows.
No trials too great
No test will we fail
When looking to God
His truth shall prevail.
No storms by day
Or even by night
Will cause us to doubt
As faith takes flight.
Trusting our Savior
Releasing all cares
He's Almighty God
None other compares.
Carlos Harmon
September 16, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Carlos will really miss his grandfather, with all our love.
From Carlos
Harmon and Moore's
Barbara (Brown) Jones
September 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
MIMI STOKES
September 15, 2008
As I Say Goodbye
As I say goodbye to loved ones
And my tears of sorrow flow,
I will miss them so in this world
But they're happy now I know.
They are living in a mansion
Where no pain or grief abide.
And they walk on streets of gold
With our Saviour as their guide.
I will miss their loving faces
But I know one day I'll see;
All my loved ones will be waiting
At Heaven's gates to welcome me.
ADAM AND WILMA STAPLES
September 15, 2008
Dear Lord I come to You today
On bended knees to You I pray
I have so many friends in need of prayer.
Please bless each one I ask of You
Heal their bodies and their spirits, too
Some have very heavy loads to bear.
I thank You for each precious friend
May Your blessings to them never end
Please send to them Your tender loving care.
Amen
BARNIE AND DENISE CLAY
September 15, 2008
GO, BURY THY SORROW,
THE WORLD HAS IT'S SHARE;
GO, BURY IT DEEPLY,
GO, HIDE IT WITH CARE.
GO, BURY THY SORROW,
LET OTHERS BE BLEST;
GO, GIVE THEM THE SUNSHINE,
AND TELL GOD THE REST.
JOHNNIE REESE
September 15, 2008
When I get where I'm going,
on the far side of the sky.
The first thing that I'm gonna do,
is spread my wings and fly.
I'm gonna land beside a lion,
and run my fingers through his mane.
Or I might find out what it's like,
to ride a drop of rain.
Yeah when I get where I'm going,
there'll be only happy tears.
I will shed the sins and struggles,
I have carried all these years.
And I'll leave my heart wide open,
I will love and have no fear.
Yeah when I get where I'm going,
don't cry for me down here.
I'm gonna walk with my grand daddy,
and he'll match me step for step.
And I'll tell him how I missed him,
every minute since he left,
then I'll hug his neck.
Yeah when I get where I'm going,
there'll be only happy tears.
I will shed the sins and struggles,
I have carried all these years.
And I'll leave my heart wide open.
I will love and have no fear.
Yeah when I get where I'm going,
don't cry for me down here.
So much pain and so much darkness,
in this world we stumble through.
All these questions I can't answer,
so much work to do.
But when I get where I'm going,
and I see my maker's face.
I'll stand forever in the light,
Of His amazing grace.
Yeah when I get where I'm going,
there'll be only happy tears.
Hallelujah
I will love and have no fear,
when I get where I'm going.
Yeah when I get where I'm going
JANET CROW
September 15, 2008
We bow our heads in prayer today
to honor all we've lost
we'll not give up, nor falter
no matter what the cost
The angels are surrounding us
giving help to those who care
to help them in their efforts
and ease the burdens that they bear
We pray the angels stay near
the ones who are protecting us
keep them safe from harm when
they are in distress
Our service men and women
need our prayers every day
their families need to know they're safe
while they are far away
The tears we've shed the fear we've felt
have made us all the stronger
one day soon we will find
we won't feel this way any longer
So take the time to bow
your heads in prayer
pray for our great country
and the peace we all will share
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