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THOMAS WHITLEY Obituary
Dr. Whitley was born March 2, 1942 at Wadesboro, NC, the son of the late Thomas H. and Robbie Jean Whitley. He grew up in Yanceyville, NC. He was a graduate of Davidson College and the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He played baseball at Davidson College and was a lifetime avid baseball fan. He did an internship and residency at Vanderbilt University, followed by Endocrinology Fellowships at the University of North Carolina and Vanderbilt University. He was board certified in Endocrinology and Metabolism. He was a Major in the U.S. Army who served in South Korea and Madigan Hospital in Tacoma, Washington.
He moved to Danville in 1975 and was in private practice in Endocrinology until his retirement in 2005. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, his daughter, Carson Beckemeyer (Jim), his sons, Harrison, Tim (Valerie), Rob, grandchild, Graham and brother, Dr. Bob Whitley (Denice). Dr. Whitley loved sharing stories and quotes with his children and took pride in their accomplishments.
The service will be Wednesday February 1st, 2:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 927 Main Street. The family will receive friends at 1:00 pm prior to the service at the church.
The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorials and donations be made to the charity of their choice.
Interment will follow the service at Danville Memorial Gardens. Townes Funeral Home is serving the Whitley family. www.townesfuneralhome.com Sign the guestbook online at www.GoDanRiver.com
Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS WHITLEY
Jean Guthrie Grinspoon
February 11, 2012
I was very sadden to learn of Tommy's death. My condolences to his entire family.I have many wonderful memories of Tommy,his brother and parents. We were all good friends growing up in the little town of Yanceyville.I sincerely hope that it gives you comfort knowing he was loved by so many.
Hugh Webster
February 8, 2012
Bob, from a schoolmate of you and Tommy. I remember Whitley brothers' brains, athletics and leadership skills.
I really only knew Tommy's professional abilities by his reputation never having been his patient. (My friends for whom he cared thought extremely highly of Tom's medical skills and his very kind manner.) I am sure you and the entire family are grief-stricken, but be proud and thankful for his years with you.
Keep the faith!
Betty White McClure
February 5, 2012
So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing, we were classmates, what a great guy and friend he was to all of us at Bartlett Yancey. I will continue to pray for his family. Bob take care of yourself and know that I will be thinking of you.
Jerri Dishman
February 5, 2012
Jennifer and Rob,
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Having lost Mark's Dad in September, we know this is a difficult time for you all. May God bless you and give you strength in the weeks ahead.
Mark, Jerri and family
Mary Moses-Hicks
February 4, 2012
TO THE FAMILY, Dr. Whitley was a very caring person and a great physician. He cared for my mother (Mary Sue Irby) until his retirement. He was very special to her and to all of us. Our prayers are with you.
Terry and Diane Gentry
February 3, 2012
Dear Jennifer and family,
We will always remember Tom as a great doctor, friend and neighbor. Our love and sympathy to you all.
Goldie Pritchett
February 2, 2012
To the Entire Family,
Dr Whitley was a wonderful doctor. He cared about his patients .My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Gerald Gibson
February 2, 2012
To the Entire Family:
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Dr. Whitley. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
W.D. & Dorothy Pleasant
February 2, 2012
To all of Tommy's family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. God Bless.
February 1, 2012
So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Many memories of growing up in Yanceyville.Condolences to all of the family.
Nancy Gunn Bush
February 1, 2012
I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Tommy's passing. Thinking and praying for his family.
Frankie Jean Powell Thomas
Carolyn English
February 1, 2012
We were high school classmates and he was a wonderful young man. You will be missed. Our sincere sympathy to his family. Rev. Don English and wife Carolyn White English.
Marcie Kilgore-Gunter
February 1, 2012
Jennifer and family:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you will all miss him greatly, as will many people in Danville. He was a great asset to the medical community here as well as being very respected.
John and Margaret Amati
February 1, 2012
We loved him so much and we will miss him greatly.
February 1, 2012
It is with sadness I learned of Tommy's death. There are lots of memories from the days growing up in Yanceyville. My condolences to your entire family.
Sincerest regards,
Nancy Page Dunn
Clarksville, Indiana
February 1, 2012
TOM WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR AND FRIEND TO ME..I SAW HIM FOR ABOUT 15 YEARS,TILL HE RETIRED..HE WILL BE MISSED..
LOVE TO THE FAMILY,JOYCE HARRELSON HALE
Preston Aldridge
January 31, 2012
I, too, was shocked to learn the news. Tom (Tommy when we were growing up in Yanceyville), Jack and I must have played a hundred games of baseball as kids. I will always remember those shared times with fondest memories.
Ellen Dodson
January 31, 2012
Jennifer and Fanily - I am so sorry about the sudden passing of Dr. Whitley. I knew him most of my adult life. I went to work for him in my late 20's and remained with him until he retired in May of 2005. He was a brilliant endocrinologist and helped countless patients. He was an asset to the medical community in Danville, and it was a privilege to work for him. May you find comfort in your memories of him.
Joyce (Purgason) Lamb
January 31, 2012
Dear Jennifer, Have thought about you all day and what you and your family are going through. Sending love and prayers your way.
Joyce
Joanna Conner
January 31, 2012
I'm sorry to hear of Dr. Whitley's passing. I enjoyed being a patient of his for many years til his retirement . He was one of my favorite doctors. I will miss seeing him at the Danville Braves games . I send my condolences to his entire family.
Don Lynch
January 31, 2012
Tom was a fine colleague, an excellent physician, and a good friend. I am very sorry for your loss. My family and I will keep you and yours in our prayers.
Wes Heard
January 31, 2012
I realize that Dr. Whitley was a great doctor, but I never knew him as that. Instead I knew him as a wonderful husband to Mrs. Whitley, wonderful person to all, and especially a wonderful father to Carson, Tim, Harrison, and Rob. Mrs. Whitley I cannot possibly imagine what grief you are going through at this time. But know that if I can do anything, please do not hesitate to ask. I will be praying for you, Rob, Carson, Harrison, and Tim.
Sandy Huff
January 31, 2012
I'm deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Whitley [Tommy]. It is indeed a shock. We grew up next door to each other in Yanceyville and it seems we were all out in the yard everyday playing whichever sport was in season at the time.
My sympathy goes out to his Wife, Children, Grandchildren and my friend and classmate, his Brother Bob. May he rest in eternal peace.
Brenda McCollum Garner
January 31, 2012
Sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. I had heard that he was a fine doctor. I remember Tommy from the Presbyterian Church in Yanceyville where we were members. He was a little older than me. My mother thought so much of his mother. They were a good family.
January 31, 2012
Remembering a fine Doctor..Best regards to his entire family..Pat G. Martin Danville, Va.
Donna Mehalko
January 31, 2012
Dear Jennifer and family,
I am so sorry to learn of your husband's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Mehalko
January 31, 2012
It is very difficult to absorb this news of Tommy's death. We grew up together in Yanceyville and have wonderful memories of those years. I will never forget all the antics and fun we all had. Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Myra Upchurch Deane
connie fletcher
January 31, 2012
Dear Jennifer - I was saddened and shocked to hear of Tom's death when I came into work this morning. How strange that we had just had just run into each other and had a nice chat so recently. I will remember him with fondness. Please know that my heart goes out to you. I have been there and I know how very hard it is. Fondly, Connie
January 31, 2012
It is very difficult to absorb this news of Tommy's death. We grew up together in Yanceyville and have wonderful memories of those years. I will never forget all the antics and fun we all had. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
martha watson
January 31, 2012
A great Dr he was
Tami Ramirez
January 31, 2012
Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Thomas McGee
January 31, 2012
So sorry to hear of Dr.Whitley's passing. He was a GREAT Doctor & has been missed since his retirement. May God bless & keep his family.
Samantha Hearp
January 31, 2012
I was shocked to learn of Dr. Whitley's passing. I always thought of him with much respect and admiration. He was always good to my mother when she worked for him and I have always thought a lot of him. I am truly saddened by his passing. We have lost a very talented individual.
Julian Koplen
January 31, 2012
Dear Jennifer and Family, I was shocked to get the news this morning of Tom's passing. Danville has lost one of its finest doctors ever. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can take some comfort in good memories and the love of family and friends during this sad time.
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