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Frances Whitaker Obituary

WHITAKER , FRANCES SHELTON (FRANKIE) 47, of Annapolis died suddenly at her home on Tuesday.
Born June 22, 1964 in Petersburg VA, She was daughter of the late Lloyd Durham Whitaker Jr and sister of the late Lloyd Durham Whitaker III and is survived by her mother Ruth Karn, Beaufort, SC, brothers Bill Whitaker of Beaufort S.C. and David Whitaker of Kissimee FL. and her sister Elizabeth Shelton Atkinson, Powhatan, VA. Frankie graduated from Severna Park High School class of 1982, attended College of Notre Dame of Maryland and University of Maryland. She was a flight attendant for USAirways with 20 years seniority. She enjoyed traveling, boating, kickball, her four dogs, and most of all spending time with her many friends.

Services are being held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday April 24th at Hardesty Funeral Home P.A located at 12 Ridgely Ave, Annapolis MD 21401. Reception to follow.

Frankie has friends all over the world that will miss her energetic, fun-loving personality and contagious smile.

Online condolences may be placed at www.hardestyfuneralhome.com

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

Published by The Capital on Apr. 23, 2012.

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May 21, 2012

We will miss you forever. You were a very bright and shining star to so many who loved you. Miss you sweet Frankie. Julie & Dave Wooldridge .Caine really enjoyed playing break the ice with you! Love you.

Lauren Geisbert

April 26, 2012

Frankinherness Her 2. I know you are happy and snuggled in with Max, Lucy and Sweet Pea in heaven. I love you. Her 1.

Kathy Corry

April 26, 2012

We flew together at USAirways. May the love and prayers of her many friends comfort her family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Frankie.

Martha Witte Suss

April 25, 2012

My sympathy to Frankie's family and vast circle of friends. I will always remember how effervescent and friendly she was.

Gillian Wieland

April 24, 2012

I didn't meet Frankie at USAirways.We met as makeup artists for Arbonne International, she was a very sweet and kind person.Frankie may you rest in peace.God Bless you.

Carlos M

April 24, 2012

I will always remember Frankie's beauty, kindness, smile and skills in the Annapolis Kickball Leagues. I am deeply sadden and my prayers go out to her family and close friends.

Stephanie Regina

April 24, 2012

Frankie, Rest easy my friend. You will be missed....

Stacy Winn

April 23, 2012

My condolences to Frankie's family and friends. She had an infectious smile and a kind heart. She will be missed everyone, especially those who were fortunate enough to spend time and enjoy life with her.

Stephan Ware

April 23, 2012

Frankie always had a smile and a wonderful laugh and that I will miss the most. This is just so sad.

Todd Cowing

April 23, 2012

Always a friend to everyone! You will be missed.

Ellen Thalberg

April 23, 2012

In loving memory of a beautiful friend. I will miss & think of you always as I fly in the skies. RIP my dear friend.

Billy Barnett

April 23, 2012

Rest in Peace Princess

Julie Wooldridge

April 23, 2012

Frankie , I will miss your beautiful smile that would light up the room! RIP sweet Angel. Gone too soon.

April 23, 2012

We will miss you girl..your sweet smile ..we all loved you
The Schniedwnds

Scott Jacobson

April 23, 2012

So it is that we will mourn our loss, but I hope it isn't long before you will all celebrate her joy and energy in rememberence.

April 23, 2012

Frankie was my sister-in-law for over ten years. We reconnected last year and I'm so grateful for our time spent together. She had a contagious smile as well as a love for life. Forever you have a place in my heart.

Bobbi Matters

April 23, 2012

I will never forget your beauty and zest for life. You were truly a special person and I am so truly grateful to have called you my friend. i will miss you Frankie..Love you..

Mary Lautenschlaeger

April 23, 2012

Oh, Frankie. You are so special.

Tracy Carter

April 23, 2012

Prayers to her family. She was well loved at Usairways!

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