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for Joseph Whitlatch
Tara Narcross-Wyckoff
July 30, 2008
Please accept the sincere sympathy of the Narcross family for the loss you have suffered of a great doctor and a wonderful human being.
I remember Dr. Whitlatch coming to the house when I was little and had the flu. I remember the lollipops with the looped safety stick. I remember that even as a child, he listened seriously to what I had to say. And when I had to go to the emergency room, just the mention of his name by the dear neighbor who took me there got me immediate attention. (Good thing, too -- that may have saved my life.)
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathleen Leistikow
July 28, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was our family doctor for about 20 years. My children and I simply adored him. I remember he would call to see how one of the kids where doing when they were really sick. I slept better having him as our doctor.
He received a special challenge with my grandmother, she was not particularly fond of doctors. He would make house calls when possible. I can remember how gentle and kind he was to her.
Boy, you can't find a doctor like that anymore!!
My sincere sympathy in your loss, he will be sorely missed.
Susan Moore
July 28, 2008
My prayers of sympathy for Dr. Whitlatch's surviving family. He was a very talented family doctor. I appreciate the care he gave us. Thank you!
Marjorie Loomis
July 25, 2008
dear Gloria: I always remember
"Dr. Joe" calling to tell me that I should find another manager because he was marrying you and taking you away. He brought so much joy to all of those who knew him and you gave him so many wonderful years. We were all blessed by him and by you.
Kristen Woodward
July 23, 2008
As a child, my family lived a few doors away on Wellesley Rd and I still remember the white 2-story house & shutters. I remember Dr.Joe's office and him bringing his black bag to our house for occassional house calls! I was never afraid of "the doctor". Hope he runs into my mom & dad in heaven; they'll be glad to see him. With sympathy from the Hayes kids,Kristy,Scott & Kevin
Nancy Kelley
July 23, 2008
We grew up on the next street over from the Whitlatch Family who lived on Wilson Avenue. Joe whitlatch was a life guard at Crystal Swimming Pool where he taught me to dive into the pool. This was only the beginning of his kind attention to people on all levels. I can see why his patients loved him. God rest his soul. Our wishes for peace to his wife and family. Don and Nancy Kelley
Dr. Gerald & Linda Colbert
July 23, 2008
Dr. Joe was a much loved and admired physician. He also was a great neighbor in Jefferson Woods. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with his family.
Linda Willaims
July 23, 2008
My prayers go to the family, Dr. Whitlatch delivered my first 2 kids, now 42 and 34, he was my Dr. for many years when I lived in Cols. I know he will be missed.. God Bless you all,
Steve Jackson
July 23, 2008
One of my earliest memories was a trip on the COTA bus, from Bexley, to visit Dr. Whitlatch. There were the house calls when mom was pregnant with my brother Kevin. Whenever I was sick, a visit to see Dr. Joe was the answer for some thirity years. Football physicals at Hartley and many visits to see him after my hunting accident. I will miss his gentle manner and candor. He will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Adam Poe
July 23, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch delivered me on Sept.1, 1975. He was my family doctor until he retired. I was never afraid to go the doctor.
Anna Haynes
July 23, 2008
I was Dr. Whitlatch's office nurse for approximately 8 years. Not only was he my employer, but he was my friend and mentor. I will always remember him. He was the finest of physicians and cared so very deeply about his patients. I am so very blessed to have known him and to have been his right hand during our years of work together. Gloria and all the family, may you find comfort during this sad time. Love you all.
Dr. Paul Leithart
July 23, 2008
Dr Whitlatch and I 'covered' one another for many years. We shared a medical office for a time-many good memories...my deepest sympathy to the family. May our Lord Bless you! Sorry I was unable to get to the funeral home.
Jerilee VanAtta - Lausch
July 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of grief. Doctor Whitlatch was a wonderful person and doctor. He will be missed.
Michael and Patricia Levy
July 23, 2008
Dearest Gloria,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. You and Joe have been our dear neighbors and friends for over 20 years, and we will miss Joe very much. Please know we are here for you, always. May God bless you and may Joe rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathy,
Mike and Patty
Joellen (VanAtta)Simpson
July 23, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was our family doctor for years. He delivered me on October 16, 1957 to my parents, Joe and Doris VanAtta. I was a sick baby and Dr. Whitlatch would call my mother to find out how I was doing. My mother said she don't know what she would have done if it hadn't been for Dr. Whitlatch coming to her rescue. He delivered my sister, Jerilee(VanAtta)Lausch and my counsin Tina(Turner)Milenovic. I have many fond memories of Dr. Whitlatch because he delivered my children too. It was a family affair!! He was a great, caring doctor. You could always count on him to be their for you medical needs. I had the pleasure of working at St.Anthony Hospital when he was Chief of Staff. I remember when he became Chief of Staff and how thrilled I was knowing that was my doctor being honored.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Laura Copeland
July 23, 2008
To the Whitlatch Family, Pat and Ross and Friends...My thoughts and prayers are with you today, wishing you healing through fond memories and celebration shared this week.
Tom Newsad
July 23, 2008
Tom, Your father must have been one special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mary Horning (Matteson)
July 23, 2008
I have fond memories of Dr. Joe. He was my first family doctor. He delivered two of my three children and got many middle of the night phone calls from a new mother with a sick child. I will miss him very much.
Amy (Hewitt) Kendall
July 23, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was my family physician while growing up. He was the most gentle, loving man I knew. I ran in to him several years back and he removed my son's stitches. My son, though he only had the pleasure of that one visit, thought he was wonderful. Dr. Whitlatch was a very special human being, touching the lives of many people. My sincere condolences go to his family, friends, and patients.
Joan and Jim Knapp
July 22, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
dorothy zang-thomas
July 22, 2008
fond memories do i have of living across the street from dr whitlatches' parents on wilson ave in my younger days. our prayers go out to the family.
Bill Schodorf
July 22, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was my family physician from my birth to my 30's. His patience, knowledge, and guidance through my early years serves me well to this day.
SEAN O'NEIL
July 22, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was our family doctor for many years. He delivered my daughters and aided us through many trying and turbulent times. The life lessons he taught me went well beyond the perimeters of medicine. Had Norman Rockwell had the good fortune of meeting Dr. Joe, he would have used him for more than one magazine cover. My heart goes out to his loving family, and I ask that they remember how blessed they were to have him for so many years.
Bob Thurman
July 22, 2008
Joe,
Our prayers and thoughts be with you and your family. I will see you soon.
Bob and Lynn Thurman
Rob and Leigh Thurman
Sarah and Chris Ortman
July 22, 2008
Dear Tom, Joe, Judy and family--
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your father (grandfather/great grandfather) obviously made a huge impact on thousands of people during his long and purposeful life. Let your fond memories of him help sustain you as you grieve during this difficult time.
With Love--
Franklin P. Johnston
July 22, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was my doctor for the first 37 years of my life, until I moved out of Columbus. He meant a great deal to me, and I will miss him very much. I offer my prayers for the repose of his soul, and my prayers and condolences to all who knew and loved him, especially his family. He was a very special man.
JIM & MARGIE GATTERDAM
July 22, 2008
THE WHITLATCH FAMILY. DR. JOE GAVE OUR FAMILY TENDER LOVING CARE FOR OVER 40 YEARS. MAY HOPE AND FAITH BRING YOU PEACE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE WILL REMEMBER HIM IN OUR PRAYERS.
GOD BLESS
JIM & MARGIE GATTERDAM
Steve and Sharon Brown
July 22, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Dr. Whitlatch was our family physician for more than 30 years. His compassion and sense of humor will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Margaret Knaul
July 22, 2008
Sending our deepest condolances and prayers. Dr whitlatch was our family physician for more than 20 years. He delivered our four children and kept us all healthy. We miss his kindness,humor and common sence approach to life.
The knaul Family, Delaware,OH
Michael Williams
July 22, 2008
While I do not remeber Dr. Whitlatch, he brought me into this world on the morning of April 10th, 1956 to my parents Richard and Kathleen Williams. For that I will be forever grateful. My prayers are with him and his family.
Shirley Powers
July 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to Dr. Whitlatch's family. He was a dedicated physician who continued to serve his community through the Physicians Free Clinic. We miss him and his wife and thank them for their many years of service. Shirley & JJ Powers
Dr. Joe and Byron Kohn, 2008
Arnett Howard
July 22, 2008
Dr. Joe, Byron and Millie Kohn send their love to you and thanks for a lifetime of bright moments. The next time I play The Saints, it will be for you.
Lawrence (Joe)Class 43 Selegue
July 22, 2008
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Whitlatch family at this time of loss. At the request of the Aquinas High School Alumni Association, Holy Mass will be offered for Dr. Whitlatch by a Dominican Priest stationed at Providence College in Providence, R.I.
Warren Miedke
July 22, 2008
With our love, admiration and prayers.
Donald & Twila Shaffer
July 22, 2008
Our deepest symphony goes out to
all his family. Being fellow parishioners we new him well, we
will miss him.
Sister Miriam John, OCD Johnston
July 22, 2008
Dr. Whitlatch was our family doctor for decades. He is the first physician that I remember, and graciously kept in touch with me after I entered the monastery. May he rest in peace. His good works have prepared a beautiful place for his soul.
Sister Miriam John, OCD
Discalced Carmelite
formerly of Bexley, OH
Bishop Hartley class of '66
William Johnston
July 22, 2008
He was a great doctor for our family for years, and we will miss him.
Bill, Mary, Kristie (Sister Miram John, OCD) Billy, Franklin, and Heidi
Scott, Barb, Stephanie, Sarah, & Ben Warner
July 22, 2008
Please accept our warm thoughts and prayers during this time and always.
Janet Flood
July 22, 2008
To the Whitlatch Family,
I offer you my sympathy and prayers. Dr. Whitlatch was a special person.
Janet(Esselstein)Flood
Larry Sheridan
July 22, 2008
You meant a great deal to the Sheridan, Leistikow and Lane Familes Rest in Peace
Francis and Joy Coleman
July 22, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Anne Carle
July 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of this unique, delightful gentleman.
The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home
July 22, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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