Photo courtesy of Baldwin Funeral Home, Inc - Richland
Richland, Georgia
Sep 21, 1940 – Feb 10, 2020 (Age 79)
George Lovett Whitten, Jr., 79, died on February 10, 2020, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, in Americus, GA. He was born on September 21, 1940, in Plains, GA, to the late George Lovett Whitten, Sr., and Louise Price Whitten.
George is preceded in death by his wife, Nan Whitten.
George is survived by: his sister, Judy (David) Reeves of Plains, GA.; three daughters, Liz (David) Williams of Junction City, OR, Kathy (Donald) Gouker of Richland, GA, Paula (David) McMillion of Lumpkin, Ga; one son, Michael (Heather) Wilson of Plant City, FL; a special niece, Angie (Tony) Weeks; a special nephew, Mike (Blake) Reeves; three grand nieces and nephews, Norah Weeks, Porter Weeks, Drew Reeves; and several grandchildren.
George served in the United States Marines as an E-6 SSGT. He served three terms during the Vietnam War and was a Police Officer for the Department of Defense at Fort Benning, Georgia. After he retired from service, George served as a Richland Police Officer. He was a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church, the NRA and the American Legion. Bubba loved to spend time talking with his family and many friends.
He received several awards and commendations: Rifle Marksman Badge, Pistol Expert Badge (2nd Award), Navy and Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal, Navy Achievement Medal (Combat V), National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal (with 3 stars), Vietnam Campaign Medal (with device), Presidential Unit Commendation, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Letter of Appreciation (3rd Award), Meritorious Mast (3rd Award) and Good Conduct Medal with 5 stars.
A Visitation Service will be held on Wednesday evening, February 12, 2020, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm, at Baldwin Funeral Home in Richland, GA.
The Church Service will be held on Thursday morning, February 13, 2020, at 10:00 AM, at Enterprise Baptist Church in Richland, GA, with burial in the church cemetery. The Reverend Tim Cadenhead will officiate the service.
In Lieu of Flowers: Memorials may be given In Memory of George Whitten, Jr., to: Enterprise Baptist Church (% Diane Miller, 5285 Valley Road, Richland Ga. 31825) OR NAM Knights (3581 GA Hwy 216, Cuthbert, GA 39840) OR Stewart Webster Cancer Fund (6381 Hamilton St., Preston, Georgia 31824).
Baldwin Funeral Home is in charge of all funeral arrangements. Baldwin Funeral Home, P O Box 394, Richland, GA 31825. www.baldwinfuneralhome.com. 229-887-2750
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George was my high school classmate. We called each other regularly. Judy, I remember you and your Mother and Father. You were always a good sister and George would always tell me about the good advice you gave him. We will continue to pray for you and family.
Herman Davis
February 16, 2020 | Birmingham, AL | Classmate
My condolences to his family , I have known George for 40 years. He was a good friend
Ken Southard
February 13, 2020 | Seale, AL | Coworker
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James Bushey
February 13, 2020 | Coworker
My name is Gary Sapoff . George and I we're hired the same time by Colonel Earp who was the provost Marshal at the time I served in the US army for 25 years then I became a department of defense police at fort Benning. George and I work together a few times on the road and of course out in the field. I got to be real good friends with bubba we used to joke around a lot of course I did most of the joking and now used to harassing about being in the Marine corps but it was all in jest and we...
Gary Sapoff
February 12, 2020 | Eagle Pass, TX | Coworker
Sorry to hear about the passing of George. We worked together for many years at Ft. Benning. He was not just a coworker but also a friend. I'll miss our once monthly conversation talking about old times. RIP Semper Fi
Mack Mitchell
February 12, 2020 | Coworker
Judy- I know your heart is saddened by the loss of your Brother, to know George was to love him. Now hes at our Fathers house in Heaven reporting to duty to guard Heavens Gates with other comrades. I recall when our families watched our brothers graduated from boot camp in Paris Island in 1960, I remember the passing review wearing their marine Corps dress blues in 1960. May he rest in peace knowing that he served country and family. George shall be truly missed by friends and family.
Valentine Adam Gerbert
February 12, 2020 | Atlanta, GA | Friend
George, you will be missed.
My brother, also George, and he went to boot camp together at Parris Island and graduated in 1960.
Semper Fi.
Robert Gerbert
February 11, 2020 | Albany, GA | Friend
Judy, I am so sorry to learn of George's death. Although Wayne and I will not be able to be there, we will be thinking and you and praying for comfort for all of the family at this sad time. Love you. Sue
Sue Rose
February 11, 2020 | Seymour, TN
My sincere condolences to Judy and his family. George loved to reminisce about his high school friends and his time in the military. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless.
Norinne Peek
February 10, 2020 | Plains, GA | Friend
