William Whitaker

Just learned of Dc Whitaker’s passing. I am greatly saddened to learn of his clinic closing and his passing. But I know he rests in Heaven. He was brilliant courageous man. He gave my mother Margaret Olson many more years of a vibrant healthy life well beyond what conventional medicine offered. Thank God for doctors like him.
Sorry there aren’t more doctors like him in the world.

I had the honor and privilege to work with Bill the last 8 years that he practiced medicine. He had a passion for medicine and jest for life that was exhilarating. His genuine character, compassion, love for God and nature, love for Lesee and his family, his humor and great story telling, made him one of the most extraordinary men I’ve ever known. Bill was “unforgettable” and was one of my dearest friends. He brought much joy, love and happiness to all who knew him. He was a ray of sunshine!...

I am an OR nurse at Piedmont Hospital and I worked with Dr. Whitaker from 1977 until his retirement. He treated us all with kindess and respect and we would all want to sign up to work in his room. I recall how much he loved the outdoors and he once told us about a trip to Alaska and their pleasure and surprise at having John Denver along. Apparently John Denver played the guitar by the fireside every night. My prayers are with his family. There are still many of us here at Piedmont Hospital...

Bill,

I am sorry about the passing of your father. Dr. Whitaker was a gentlemen with a great sense of humor. We had many fun times on the Board at Capital City and your father always remembered me even after we got off the Board. Sometimes your daddy liked to have ketchup on his steak at the Board meetings and I enjoyed the same thing. I considered him a good friend of mine and I will miss him.
Wilbur Warner

Dr. Whitaker was the kindest and most compassionate doctor I have ever known. I treasure the memory of the years that I knew him. My heartfelt sympathy to his family. What a wonderful gentleman!

Robert- I was sorry to hear about your dad. I wish all the best for you and your family.

Dr. Whitaker was a great physician in every sense. As a very young student nurse in the 1970's I was so impressed by his kind and compassionate manner - he truly cared for his patients. He made such an impact on me that I asked him to perform the pinning of my senior pin - I doubt very many physicians then OR now would be willing to take the time from their busy schedules for something so insignificant, but Dr. Whitaker did so gladly and made me even more in awe of him. I pray that Dr....

I will miss seeing Dr. Whitaker at the Mann House. His kind demeanor, genteel charm, and devotion to Miss Lesee warmed my heart. The Gates of Heaven swung open extra wide to welcome him.

Dear Lesee & family,
Although I lost contact with you over the years, Jenny Williams, Bion's wife, called to tell me of Bill's death. My sympathy is with you all.