Search by Name

Search by Name

Norman Whittemore Obituary

Norman Whittemore NORFOLK - Norman Lee "Toby" Whittemore, 92, of the 7400 block of Parkdale Drive, passed away Sept. 2, 2010 in a local hospital. Toby was the retired co-owner of Whitt's Esso Service Center for 34 years. He was a member of Fairmount Park UMC, a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and a Purple Heart recipient. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Ann Whittemore of Norfolk; his granddaughter, Rachel C. Roberts of Frostburg, Md.; and his brother, Charles V. Whittemore of Wilmington, N.C. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Lilly B. Whittemore and granddaughter, Amy Robyn Bryant. Toby's wish to everyone: "Happy Motoring!" A graveside service will be conducted at Forest Lawn Cemetery at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 5, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Norman Whittemore

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Norman Whittemore's name

Memorial Events
for Norman Whittemore

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Norman's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Norman Whittemore's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more