Denton, Texas
1935 - 2016
Imo Fern Whitlock
Imo Fern Whitlock, 80, of Aubrey, Texas passed awayWednesday, October 12, 2016 in Denton, Texas. She was born October 16, 1935 to Haskell and Jimmie Brooks Foutch where at an early age they moved to Pilot Point, Texas where Fern and her siblings were raised. Fern married James Whitlock on September 17, 1955.
She had a wonderful career and loving friends for 35 years at Moore Business Forms and 9 years at Safety Kleen. Her passions were many but primary among them were assisting starting the Denton Girls Softball League, coaching for many years and watching her grandsons playing baseball and football.
Fern is survived by her husband James Whitlock of Aubrey, son Paul Whitlock and wife Karen, daughter D.J. Whitlock and wife Rebecca, brother James Ray Foutch and wife Diane, sister Brenda Eldridge and husband Ed, brother John Foutch and wife Natalie, brother Jimmy Foutch and brother-in-law Benny Whitlock and Gwen Whitlock who was also like a sister. Fern is also survived by her beloved grandsons Justin Whitlock and wife Melissa and their children Estelle and Westin, Tyler Whitlock and wife Kathryn and their son Nolan, Peyton Whitlock and fiance Kirsten, Tanner Whitlock, and Hunter Whitlock. Fern was beloved by many other cousins, nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jesse Foutch.
A visitation will be held at DeBerry Funeral DirectorsSaturday Oct 15, 2016 starting at 9:30. Funeral services are scheduled for immediately following at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow the service at Green Valley Cemetery.
I had the privilege of working with Fern at Safety Kleen, she was a wonderful person and inspiration to be around she will be greatly missed.
Marsha Manuel
Marsha Manuel
November 08, 2016 | Denton, TX
Karen,
My Prayers, love and thoughts are with you and your family. She is such a beautiful lady. Getting through this difficult time will be hard. I Pray that you and your family will find comfort through these difficult times in just knowing that she Blessed so many people in so many ways. The beautiful memories she left will never be forgotten.
Lisa T
October 17, 2016 | Justin, TX
I remember when I played softball as a young girl, playing against her team the FIREFLIES. Thats the years I started to love the game. I hated batting against her daughter. Years later my oldest daughter, Lorrie, played for the Fireflies with John as coach.My prayers are with the family.
Deana
October 16, 2016
I adored this beautiful soul. Rest in peace!
Kelly O'Keefe
October 15, 2016 | Pagosa Springs, CO
Our condolences and prayers for the family and friends Brent
Rhonda John
October 15, 2016 | Ponder, TX
Dear Sweet Karen, Paul and families , so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you loved her very much. I will pray for all.
Anna and Jim Blalock
October 14, 2016 | Pilot Point, TX
Very sorry to read of the passing of such a sweet lady. We were invited in her home for several holiday events. We were new grandparents and our daughter in law was Aunt Imo's niece. While at her home, Imo made sure we felt welcome & never lacked for anything. We were allowed to watch our Grandson Dayton hunt eggs with all of his Foutch Cousins. This memory is so precious to us. I know Imo's family will miss her beyond words. She was a light that was shining in a sometimes very dark...
Belinda Hawkins
October 14, 2016 | Krum, TX
I had the privilege of doing this sweet lady's hair but I knew her long before that. Fern Whitlock was a friend not only to me but the hundreds of boys and girls that ever played one of the greatest games ever "Baseball ". Her love for baseball was one of a kind but her love and dedication to her family was overwhelming!!!! I will always remember her smile and many acts of kindness. She was truly one of a kind!!! I have so many memories over the last couple of years with her and we both...
Tammy Galvan
October 13, 2016 | Krum, TX
So sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family
Sheila Cole
October 13, 2016 | Denton, TX