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Robert Whitten Obituary
Anderson, SC
Robert E. "Bobby" Whitten, 73, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2013.
Born on April 1, 1940 in Anderson, SC, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Nellie Marie Whitten and husband to Norma J. Whitten. He was also a Veteran, having served in the US Army, worked for 38 years at Wamsutta Springs and was a member of Taylor Memorial Penicostal Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons; Robert Eddie Whitten and wife Pam and Michael A. Whitten, Brothers; Tommy and Furman Whitten, Sister; Olga McCollum, as well as five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday November 30, 2013 at the Sosebee Mortuary South Chapel, officiated by Rev. Brent Lollis and Harry Osborne. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Saturday from 11a.m. to 1p.m. prior to the service.
The family will be at the home.
The Sosebee Mortuary and Crematory, South Chapel, will be assisting the family with the arrangements.
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ron watson
December 1, 2013
Bobby was a member of our church and will be missed by all.My heart goes out to his family and friends.
November 27, 2013
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with You and your Family now and always. Tony Dean
Shirley Medlin Gentry
November 27, 2013
Norma Jean thinking of you all as you go through the lose of Bobby. Please know you and your family will be in our prayers. May God give you strength and peace in your heart . Love, Roy and Shirley Medlin Gentry
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