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Dana Whitaker Obituary

WHITAKER Dana Marshall, 36, wife of Samuel Edwin Whitaker, died Sat, July 1 , 2006 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. A native of Lexington, she was a daughter of Ballard C. and Virginia Ray Marshall of Lexington. A graduate of Tates Creek High School, Dana was a Credit Support Coordinator for Chase Bank and attended Southland Christian Church. Besides her husband and parents, survivors include three children, Justin Edward Whitaker, Tiffany Leighann (William Joshua) Whitaker, and Shawn-Michael Rayden Whitaker; a grandson, Rayden Wesley Whitaker, all of Nicholasville; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jonathan Edward and Carolyn Sue Whitaker, Winchester; a brother, Dan (Cindy) Marshall, Winchester; a sister, Deb (Rob) Clements, Lexington; maternal grandmother, Margaret Estes, Winchester; paternal grandmother, Calista Whitaker, Lexington; and several brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m.,Thu at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd. by Minister Bennie Hill with burial following in the Lexington Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Brock, Jeremy Hinkle, Corbin Joseph, Bobby Whitaker, Henry Oiler, and Scott Smith. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m., Wed at the funeral home.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jul. 4, 2006.

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Rhonda & Joey Lupka- Trombley

March 22, 2007

I love Dana her and I were best friends growing up. I really want the family to know how sorry I am for their loss. Even though I have not sceen Dana in years I still think about her and how her life is as an adult. Please let her sister know how sorry I am and if someone would please contact me and let me know where she is laid to rest.

breann strickler

October 2, 2006

Dang! Dana, i didnt know about this or i would have said something sooner...its the blonde:) We all miss you so much , the kids need you more than ever!! Tiffany has it though you taught her to be strong and verry level headed i admire her for that and i admire you for that!With tiffy in charege everything will be fine we love and miss you so much!!

Tiffany Whitaker

September 27, 2006

momma. . . . .its tiff again. . . .I love you sooo much and miss u soo much! What I would give to have u home right now!!! You are my everything and your not here anymore. . . .I have no idea what I am going to do. . . .I'm soo lost without you. . . .my head spins when i think about my life without you!!! momma. . . .promise me one thing. . . .you'll wait for me when its my turn. . .and you'll greet me with a big hug and kiss. . . .cause thats what i miss the most. . . .and the first thing you'll say to me. . .is sissy i love you. . .cause i can still hear that in my head. . . .and i wanna smell your hair.. . . .and play with it like you liked.. . . .and i want to rub ur feet when u make them talk to me!!!haha. . .no one else would kno huh?haha. . momma i wanna do everything again. . . .just me and you. . . momma watch over me, and rayden. . .he misses you too. . . .very much. . .and he remembers you. . . he says nana now! and everyone else in the family.. . .momma ill see you again someday. . .swear. . . .just keep that promise for me!!! I love you more than anything that is on this earth. . . . .Tiffany

Roni Kavas

August 3, 2006

Eddie, Justin, Tiffany, Shawn Michael, and the rest of the family-I just heard the news and I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Dana and I were friends for a long time and didn't stay in touch as much as I would of liked to. I am just glad I got to speak with her before her passing away. I was hoping to rekindle our friendship and be close again. I know she is in a better place now. I will truly miss her. Please let me know if you need anything. I love you all!!

Jan Patten

July 23, 2006

Eddie, Cheryl and I would like to say how sorry we are for you and your family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

eddie whitaker

July 19, 2006

Dana,

Lets keep this simple, the way it should be. Take a deep look into each others eyes and breath in the afternoon. Lets not forget to keep eachother in mind on the way to work tomorrow or the next week, however we can bridge the gap from you to me. Lets do it. I appreciate your warmth, your character, your eyes and their honesty. I endulge myself in the conversation we share that bares our souls than leave us on the floor holding our stomachs in laughter. Perhaps we can pray together sometime? Being mindful of what we hope for in the future. Keep our goalsin sight and travel the road less traveled together. Lets take a walk by the lake and enjoy our time here. After we've shared a plate for dinner, even if its just a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I'll remember you tomorrow, when your deep in thought over the work your concerned with, I'll be remembering the glances you gave me that said a thousand words without speaking. . . .the touch of your kiss and mystery in your eyes. Where ever you go I'll imagine I'm there, and in the solace of my own space, I'll be recounting how lucky my moments have been with you. Worry not how I'll provide for you, your daily energys will spend themselves elsewhere. You've got a great smile, a beautiful heart, and a loving embrace. You know me, and i can't get enough of you, and the way you make me laugh. . . . .Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you soon!!!!

Love forever,

Eddie

Casey Cooper

July 14, 2006

I always looked up to Dana as if she was also my mom. I admired her so much for the open arms she always had. She was always there to talk to if you needed her and never judged. She's a proven fact that only the good die young. I can't wait to see her again in heaven! Dana- I love you & miss you so so much!! And thanks for all the times you were there for me & tiff!!

Tricia Sizemore Sutton

July 12, 2006

It was such a shock to hear today about Dana. First I would like to extend my apologies to Dana and family for being unreachable, I didn't have a phone @ the time of Dana's passing but know Dana would understand. I have nothing but fond memories of Dana and Eddie and the kids, going back to when I was barely a teenager. Even with such a saddened heart I still smile when I think of Dana, she was just that kind and joyous of a person. Always a smile and a hug. Dana made the world a brighter and happier place. My love and sympathies go to all loved ones.

Love Tricia

mikey whitaker

July 11, 2006

mom i miss you so much i just want you to be right here with me i just wanna call you right. now please comeback as something else in this world to cheer me up like you use to i love you with all of my heart and always will

Debi Pattie

July 11, 2006

Sam & Ballard, my heart goes out to you & the rest of your family. Dana was a very special woman & I know you all will miss her greatly. Please feel free to contact me at any time if there is anything I or Kathy can do to help. My prayers are with all of you.

July 11, 2006

Dana was an amazingly strong, giving person. She will truly be missed. Sincerest condolences and prayers for Eddie and the kids especially. God bless all of the family and friend in this time of grief.



Sincerely,



Candace and Glenn Reeder

Joann Cullip

July 11, 2006

Justin-I am so very sorry that you and your family are going through this very difficult experience. Your mother (and rest of the family) has done such a wonderful job in raising you; she is surely still so very proud of you and the efforts that she gave in raising such a fine son are so apparent. My son Christian knows your sister and let me know that he feels very badly as well; we both pray that God will comfort your entire family and help you in the upcoming months and years. Let me know if I can ever do anything to help! Come to my art room at any time should you need something at school and you can't reach a family member...God Bless You all...Joann Cullip

Vickie Mitchell

July 10, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dana was a wonderful person and was a great friend. I am so sorry for your loss. Dana will be greatly missed at the bank. I will miss getting to talk to her and sharing the laughs we used to have.

Sherry Cherry, (Chase Bank),

July 7, 2006

Dana, I cannot put into words what a great person and friend you were at the bank. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends, as you will be missed deeply!

karen hendricks

July 5, 2006

DANA WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.SHE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HER FACE .WHERE EVER YOU SAW HER MY SISTER LOUETTA GREW UP WITH DANA. I WAS SO UPSET TO HEAR OF THIS GREAT LOSS. MY FAMILY'S THOUGHTS AND PRAYER'S ARE WITH ALL OF HER FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Karen Moore

July 5, 2006

No words can express how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Dana's family and friends.

Howard, Uncle Bern, Aunt Pauline, Nancy and Family

July 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.



Love to all,

Cheryl (Dixon) Morgan

July 5, 2006

I was so sorry to see this in the newspaper. I remember Dana growing up, and my condolences to her family on their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Cheryl Marshall

July 5, 2006

My Aunt Dana was the light of everyone's life. She was a beautiful woman, loving Aunt, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. She will always watch over all of us and will truly be missed forever!I Love you Aunt Dana very very very much! May god be with you!

Alicia Sleet

July 5, 2006

I am Angie's sister, I wanted to give my condolances to your family. As I told my sister, if you all need anything at all please call Trinity Baptist cHurch and ask for Pastor Jay Robison, our church family is there for you and you are in our prayers always. Make God hold you and comfort you in your times of need. You are in my prayers. Trinity Baptist 254-6795, Alicia Sleet 221-3576

With Sympathy,

Alicia Sleet and Family

Alice Rogers

July 5, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Niki Sheridan

July 5, 2006

I've known Dana since Patricia introduced us, when Dana came to work at the bank.. She was a truly wonderful lady. She always had a smile on her face and could cheer us up in a minute. I will truly miss her and love her.

Nancy Rowe

July 5, 2006

Dana alway had a beautiful smile and a huge hug for you. She was such a loving and caring person, and always was thinking of others. Dana was a spunky little girl and always followed Deb and I around when we wanted to talk about boys. She was a beautiful mother, daughter, cousin and friend. She will be missed greatly. But, she is an angel watching over all of us now. To Dana's children, please always know that she loved you so much and and was so proud of all of you.



She loved her Mother and Father and her Sister and Brother very much. Please know that our prayers and love goes out to all of you.

josh peel

July 4, 2006

dana was great mom, nana to my son and friend. she was the rock of our family, the mediator always wanting to keep the peace. in just one year she had become one of my mother figure. she is a great mother her chilren and a great nana to my son. i love her with all my heart. and i know she gone to live with god to watch over us. so if you knew her come to her visitation because she would want you there wed at kerr bros harrodsburg road 5pm- 9pm

Lisa Ryan

July 4, 2006

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

LYNN BOW

July 4, 2006

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF LOSS!

Billie Jean Wallace

July 4, 2006

Virginia & Ballard I cannot imagine the loss and hurt your heart feels. Dana was a wonderful girl and always had a smile on her face.She was a such a sweet person knowing her from her early years. May God bless you and Dana's family.

TANYA (BAILEY) WELCH

July 4, 2006

DANA WAS THE BESTFRIEND ANYONE COULD EVER WANT I LOVED HER LIKE A SISTER AND I WILL TRULY MISS HER, MY HEART AND PRAYS GOES OUT TO HER FAMILY SHE WAS A WONDERFUL LADY,AND I AM SO GRATEFUL THAT I GOT TO SHARE SO MUCH TIME WITH HER,I WILL CHERISH THAT ALWAYS.

tiffany whitaker

July 4, 2006

I want to thank everyone for ur entries. . . .my mom was a wonderful person and put a smile on everyones face whos path she crossed. . . . i love you momma!!! and i miss you!

Pam Ozanick

July 4, 2006

My blessing to Dana's family. She will be dearly missed. She was a good friend and wonderful woman.

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