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Robert WHITEMAN Obituary
Robert was born in McKeesport, Pa., and moved to the Peninsula at the tender age of two weeks. A 1956 graduate of Warwick High School; a U.S. Navy veteran; employed by Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Company, in X31/ESTD for 17 years, "Bob" retired from SupshipNN, U.S. Navy at NNS & DD Co., in 2000. Fielding was Master of Yorktown Masonic Lodge #205, in 1977; a member of the Tin Can Sailors Association, U.S.S. Stribling Reunions Sailor's Association, a member of Providence United Methodist Church, Fidelity men's bible class, Pines Men's Golf Association; and friend of Bill W's.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Evelyn Whiteman; and a brother, Cameron Whiteman.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Brenda Winder Whiteman; two sons, R. F. Whiteman Jr. and his wife, Rosemarie, Edmund Lewis Whiteman and his wife, Debbie; a daughter, Rebecca Anne Platt and her husband, Jim; and a brother, Douglas F. Whiteman and his wife, Tina of Toronto, Canada. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Rachel, Regan, Matthew, Daniel and James Whiteman, and Emily and Caleb Platt.
A graveside service, with Masonic Rites, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, at Smithers Cemetery in Mathews County, Va., on Queen's Creek, with the Rev. Douglas Akers and the Rev. Richard Whiteheart officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton.
Fielding's request was that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Providence United Methodist Church, 113 Old Dare Road, Yorktown, VA 23692; or York Baptist Temple, P.O. Box 1091, Yorktown, VA 23692. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert WHITEMAN
David Hocutt
October 15, 2010
Brother Whiteman was a dear man of great faith who blessed us with his smile every time he visited us, and left us with a smile in return. On behalf of Pastor Lyons and all of us at York Baptist Temple, we celebrate the life of Robert Whiteman and the Saviour he loved to talk about. Mrs. Whiteman, you will always remain in our prayers and in our hearts. Brother Whiteman, we will see you again soon...
Your Friends at York Baptist Temple
Carla Morin
October 14, 2010
Dear Whiteman Family
Please know that we will miss our very dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time. May you find comfort knowing how much Bob was loved.
The Morin Family
Earl, Barbara and Carla
Cathy Hodock
October 13, 2010
Brenda and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George Bailey
October 13, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Anthony Sears
October 13, 2010
On behalf of Mr.and Mrs. Anthony and Theresa Sears, we are truly sadden by our friends Daisy and Floyd(Lenny) Jones they were very close to us and will be missed tremendously may GOd bless and strenthen the family, forever remembered!!
Yorktown Lodge #205
October 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family during this hard time.Know that we are there for anything you may need.
Luana Bond
October 13, 2010
Brenda,
Hoping you'll find comfort in the months to come. I'm thinking about you. So very sorry for your loss.
October 13, 2010
Brenda,Bobby,Edmund & Becky, I am so sorry to hear about Fielding's passing. He was a very nice man, and I know this is a terrible loss to you all. My thoughts and sympathies are with each one of you. Cindy Shackelford Anderton
Laurie McLane
October 12, 2010
Brenda,Bob,Rosemarie,Rachel&Regan I am so sorry for your loss.I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
James,Samantha,Paul &Ryan Grimmett
October 12, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Todd Whiteman
October 12, 2010
Brenda and family,
My wife and I are saddened by the news and I know he will be missed by the whole family. I can't speak for Chris, but know that both of us have very fond memories of our summers in Virginia with Fielding. While I look forward to seeing the family this week i wish it were under other circumstances.
Jan & Patrick Clifford
October 12, 2010
What an inspiration Fielding was to us all. You knew he loved his family and could tell he enriched everyone who was around him. We thank him for raising such a wonderful family and for sharing Edmund with our family. We feel he is rejoicing in heaven with his Maker and we pray for comfort, healing, and understanding for all who are left here on earth without him. Much love to the entire family.
Glenn and Tammy Rollings
October 12, 2010
Bob, Roe, Rachel, Reagan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Melinda Lewis
October 12, 2010
Bobby-
Sorry to read about the loss of your father. Now I know where you got your love of fishing and the water. Remember the good times you shared and hold them close to your heart.
October 12, 2010
Fielding was a good man and he will be missed by all who knew him. Carole McAfee, Travelers Rest, SC
Bob Ewing
October 12, 2010
Edmund, So very sorry for your loss. My Dad was a Navy guy and passed on about a year ago. It is still hard at times, but trust in what you know to be true in that he is in a better place now. Best wishes to you and your family. Bob Ewing and friends at Milliken, Spartanburg, SC
The Pittmans
October 12, 2010
Bob, Rosemarie, Rachel, Reagan and the Whiteman Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we send our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Cindy Geiger
October 12, 2010
What a temendous loss for all of you. What a tremendous gain in Heaven. I have beautiful and comforting images of him at peace now and glorifying God forever. Love
Beverley Beer
October 12, 2010
Brenda and family,
I will always cherish the fond memories of Fielding, and will miss that twinkle in his eye when he talked about boating and fishing. He was a good man and he will be missed deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Love to each of you,
Beverley
October 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deborah and Tommy
Gail Whittaker
October 12, 2010
My deepest sympathies to you.
Cheryl Nicholas
October 12, 2010
Dear Brenda, I am so very sorry to know that you have lost Bobby. It was such a suprise to see him down at Temple Baptist church listening to bluegrass music. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are going forth even now for you and the family. May our Heavenly Father's angels surround you all and give you comfort and peace in this difficult time.
Cheryl Burnham Nicholas, Jane Burnham,
Donna Scrimgeour and Luwana Jones.
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