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David Whaley Obituary
Knoxville - David Martin Whaley age 66, of Knoxville, passed away from this life to enter his eternal home in heaven on Wednesday December 30, 2020. He was born on May 5, 1954 in Knoxville, TN. He was a member of Marbledale Baptist Church in which he served as a Deacon. He was also a member of Shekinah Lodge No. 524. He was a loving husband, father, brother and faithful friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. David was married to his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Janice for 47 years. He had a heart of service, and always went above and beyond to help others. David is preceded in death by his parents, J.C. Whaley and Carrie Lee (von Schmittou) Whaley, brothers: Victor Whaley and Gene Whaley; and sister Libby Whaley. He is survived by his wife Janice Hickman Whaley, sons: Josh Whaley and wife Tina, and Jason Whaley and wife Carli; grandchildren: Zoe, Ella, Norah, DJ, Maddie, and Elliot; brother-in-law Buddy Burnette, brothers: Jim (Betty) Whaley, Gary Whaley, and Mike Whaley; sisters: Linda Whaley, Mary (John) Morgan, and Martha (Tim) Munsey. The family will receive friends Sunday January 3, 2021 from 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm at Marbledale Baptist Church, immediately followed by a 4:00 pm funeral service officiated by Pastor Randy Troutman and Pastor Jerry Oliver. Family and friends will meet Monday January 4, 2021 at 10:45 am at Asbury Cemetery for an 11:00 am interment service. An online obituary may be viewed and condolences made at www.rosemortuary.com.
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Michael Burnette
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Michael Burnette
September 1, 2024
I miss Uncle Dave a lot. I didn't want to believe it when I found out. It seems like yesterday you guys were picking me up from the airport. I miss you all a lot, I tell my kids about of all the family they have in Tennessee :)
Thank you Uncle Dave for all the love and support, wisdom, all the laughs and for just being an awesome person. You always understood what I was trying to say. No matter how much time went by, I would fly in and when I'd see you guys, you welcomed me in such a way it felt like I never left.
Here's a few photos of me and the kids here on the West Coast . With much love,
Michael Burnette (Jesse) , Anna Mendoza (wife) and our 3 kids
Gary Elder
January 7, 2021
David will truly be missed.
He was a great friend to me and to my family!
Barbara DeWine
January 4, 2021
Janice and family, I am so sorry to learn of David’s passing. He was always so kind and thoughtful. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Barbara DeWine
Rod Stipe
January 3, 2021
Davids bright eyes and lightning quick wit captured the entire Sunnyview 5th grade. You had to sit at his table during lunch to hear his latest commentary, impersonations and jokes. Through 8th grade and into high school, David was often at campouts and snow day sled-a-thons on our family farm keeping us all in stitches around the campfire.
As we talked in later years he alway shared his pride and love of his wife and family. Rest in Peace David.
Ann Ryan
January 3, 2021
So sorry for your loss . I worked at White Lily with David he was a nice man .
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