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James Whitmore Obituary

James C. Whitmore 81, of St Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025 in a St. Joseph, MO health care center. He was born October 9, 1943 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Mary and Harry Whitmore. As a young man, he joined the United States Marine Corp and served in Viet Nam. He worked as a Brick Layer. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon, daughter, Jima, his parents, and a brother, Larry Whitmore. Jim was a person who never met a stranger, and he enjoyed people and loved to talk. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

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Published by KQ2 on Jul. 30, 2025.

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