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Diana Whittaker Obituary

Diana J. Whittaker, 53, of Roanoke, departed this life to join her Lord and Savior and her loved ones in heaven on Friday, December 5, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Vivian Whittaker; brother, David Whittaker; and niece, Kimberly Dorsett. Left to cherish her memory are her brothers and their spouses, Frank Whittaker Jr. and Patricia, Jim Whittaker and Betty and Robert Whittaker and Cindy; sisters and their spouses, Brenda Hedge and Buddy, Kitten Mitchell and Tim and Deborah Thompson and friend, Reed; nephews, Robert Hedge II and J.R. Mitchell; nieces, Carrie Mitchell, Nikki Thompson, and Robin Kidd and husband, Scott, Morganville, N.J.; great-nephews, Cory Mitchell, J.J. Chapman, and Matt and Cody Kidd, N.J.; great-nieces, Mariah Mitchell and Jessie Kidd, N.J.; aunt, Mary Jane Christian; many, many friends; and her beloved companion and pet, Beau Bo.
Special remembrances and appreciation are extended to family friends, Dr. Frank England, Mae Pagans and Josie, of New York.
Diana was a member of Bethany Christian Church, where she sang in the choir. She was previously employed at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital and SuperX Drugs. Diana loved the beach, especially Myrtle Beach, watching the dolphins. She was a much beloved sister, aunt and friend to many. Memorials may be made to Bethany Christian Church, P.O. Box 5192, Roanoke, Va. 24012.
Funeral services will be at noon on Monday, December 8, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. Pastor Matthew Ricks will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 2008.

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Carol Cole

December 9, 2008

My darling "L.D." For five years we shared the district office of SupeRx. So many days with just the two of us laughing hysterically at something silly. I always got the only bone in your mom's turkey salad after Thanksgiving! Your family never met me, yet I knew them all from your stories - Junior this, Monk that, Robbie's latest, David's successes, and the wonderful women of the family. I'm in shock. Wish I had heard sooner. Sleep well, my friend. God bless your family.

Brenda Rechtman

December 8, 2008

I am saddened to hear about Diana. We worked at Carilion together. She was a very sweet person and will be missed.

Lori Ferguson

December 8, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Everyone at Bryansteens

Evelyn Ortiz

December 8, 2008

I am sorry to hear about Diana, Diana and I went to night school at Dominion Business together. Your brother David and my brother, Tubby went to shcool together and were good friends.
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Evelyn Ortiz

December 8, 2008

I am sorry to hear about Diana, Diana and I went to night school at Dominion Business together. Your brother David and my brother, Tubby went to shcool together and were good friends.
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Shelby Melvin

December 8, 2008

My prayers go out to the Whittaker family. It's been many years since I've seen any of you but I'll always remember my friends growing up on Vancouver Dr.

Linda Gowl

December 7, 2008

Dear Brenda and Buddy,
Our hearts are with you and your family. We are sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. We pray the Holy Spirit comforts you and the love of the Father embraces you.
Love,
Roger and Linda

Patricia (Pat) Short

December 7, 2008

To all the Whittakers, I am truly sorry to have read of Diana's passing. I know that I haven't been around much in the last years, but I have often thought of Diana and Betty and Kitten. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Teresa Frye

December 6, 2008

Brenda and Buddy, We are so sorry about Diana. Steve and Teresa

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