AUGUSTA, Ga. - Veronica Runette Whitaker "Runy", 63, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at University Hospital of Augusta. Funeral services and a Celebration of her life will be held at Curtis Baptist Church on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at 2:00 PM with the Reverend Mark Sterling and the Reverend Sherrell Dunn officiating. Interment services will follow in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Runy was born in Harlem, Ga. on Augusta 23, 1952, to Darrene and Heggie Whitaker. She graduated from Harlem High School and Augusta College where she earned her teaching degree. While attending Augusta College, she worked as the Kindergarten teacher at the University Hospital Child Care Center. After graduating from Augusta College, she taught first grade at Hornsby Elementary School for 14 years. She also served as the Youth Director at Lake Park Baptist Church in the 1970's. She was preceded in death by her parents, Darrene and Heggie Whitaker, sisters, Vivian Mitchell and Ann Anderson, 1 brother, Edward Whitaker, and 2 brothers-in-law, Sonny Mitchell and Squeak Anderson. She is survived by 6 brothers and sisters, Ervin Whitaker (Mary), Van Inglett (Paul), Vanessa McCorkle (Wayne), Velma Sager, Dillie Hollimon (Kenneth), Wayne Whitaker (Lynn); sister-in-law Linda Whitaker; and numerous nieces and nephews. Runy will be remembered for her love of her Savior, her compassion and encouragement, and for being a faithful prayer warrior. Countless lives and souls have been touched by her faithful prayers and unconditional love. Runy will be deeply missed by all those left to cherish her memory. Pallbearers will be Zack Mitchell, Rodney Sager, Matt Inglett, Evan Stanley, Christopher Hollimon, Steven Hollimon, Ron McCorkle, and Phil McCorkle. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be made to the Curtis Baptist Church Nursery in Memory of Runy Whitaker c/o Curtis Baptist Church, 1326 Broad St. Augusta, GA 30901 Please visit www. starling-evansfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook. Starling-Evans Funeral Home, 435 W. Milledgeville Rd. Harlem, GA 30814. 706-556-6524
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We are so sorry to hear about Runy's passing but know that she is in a MUCH better place. We hold your family our prayers during this very difficult time. It is knowing that He will carry you THROUGH the valley of the shadow that will give you strength to face each new day. (Isaiah 43:2)
It was a beautiful service and tribute to Runy on Saturday.
Paul and Brenda Gustafson
Paul and Brenda Gustafson
June 27, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you during this time and forever.
Nancy Thompson
June 25, 2016
I'm so sorry for the loss of Runy. She had babysat for me and my twin sister a few times. We grew up in Sawdust not far from where she and her sisters and brothers were raised. I remember her being very sweet. She will leave lots of good memories and stories for her family and friends to share. Prayers for each of you.
Karen Simpson on behalf of the Edmunds Family
Karen Edmunds Simpson
June 25, 2016
I will always be grateful for having worked with "Runy" at Hornsby. Her love of the Lord was displayed through her teaching and giving spirit. May God continue to strengthen the family during your time of loss. Veronica Cummings
Veronica Cummings
June 24, 2016
We are sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to all of her family. Know you will miss her.
Charles & Mary Reeves
June 24, 2016
I will always remember her smiling face as she would stop and talk to me at my mailbox. She will be greatly missed by her family and the many young people she taught. She was a beautiful Christian. Carol Collier
June 24, 2016
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