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Larry Whitaker Obituary

WHITAKER Larry L. Whitaker, age 68, of Grove City, passed away to be with Jesus after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia, March 11, 2008. He was a research engineer in Structural Fire Testing at The Ohio State University retiring after 30 years of service. He loved the outdoors, camping and fishing. He always enjoyed singing silly songs to his grandkids. He was a 1957 High School All American, and played in the High School All American Game at Canton-McKinley Stadium. He played football at The Ohio State University for Woody Hayes from 1957-1959. He started with the Boy Scouts of America in 1968 and served in every position. His awards included the Silver Beaver recipient, Vigil Member of the Order of the Arrow, was District and Council Scouter of the year many times. Larry attended the National Jamboree in 1989. Preceded in death by his wife Kathryn and parents John H. and Anna Whitaker. Survivors include his sons, Bert (Traci) Whitaker and Jon (Rita) Whitaker; grandchildren, Larry, Evan, April and Paige Whitaker; brothers, David (Sherry) and Gary (Drew) Whitaker. Friends may visit on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:30 a.m. at THE SPENCE-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 2697 Columbus St., Grove City. Pastor Robin Weier officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Heartland Hospice in Larry's memory. Online guestbook at www.spencemillerfuneralhome.com. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2008.

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Kelly, Ray, Katie, Megan and Emily Pertuset

March 16, 2008

Bert, Traci, Evan and Family:
Although a few years and other such have come between us please know that our hearts are full of sorrow for your loss. We know how very much Larry was loved and can only imagine how difficult things have been and will be for you in the days to come. Please know you have some very special guardian angels watching you from above to guide and protect you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Let your love and memories lead you in the days to come!

bob williams

March 15, 2008

aside from my dad, there is no one i have more respect and admiration for than larry. he was a quiet person, who always had the right word and advice for every situation. his humer and insights are teasured and i will miss him. his passing leaves a void in many lives, but his memory only brings a smile to me. in a world with so many bad things and people, he was a man of character. his example of what a man, husband, father and grandfather should be is how i hope, my family remembers me. thank you larry.

mike whittaker

March 14, 2008

too the whitaker family- my expression of sympathy goes out too thye family -i too was a scoutmaster of 224 my last name is whittaker also -larry and i use too tease each other when my troop or pack would attend outtings-he was a good man and a true friend -i he and i got our silver beaver while we where serving -may he rest in pease . call me 614-886 9314

Bill Bartram

March 13, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Bill Bartram
Formerly of Scout Troop 385

Don Julian

March 13, 2008

Thanks to Larry and Kathy I grew up to be a respected man of my community.
Thanks
Don

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