Marcus "Marc" Blake Whitten
Macon , GA- Marcus "Marc" Blake Whitten, 44, died shortly before midnight on August 10, 2018 following an extended illness. Marc's gentle spirit and kind soul will be remembered and cherished by the many lives he touched. His determination, perseverance, and great courage will remain as a remarkable inspiration to those he leaves behind.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 18, at 1:00PM at Hart's, Cupola Chapel, 6324 Peake Road, Macon, GA 31210. The family will greet friends following the service. Donations in Marc's memory may be made to the Jazz Association of Macon, PO Box 4192, Macon, GA 31208-4192. Marc had an intense interest in musical education and memorial contributions to JAM will be directed to their musical education program.
Marc graduated from First Presbyterian Day School in 1992. He attended Emory University and the University of Georgia, graduating from UGA in 2000 with a B.S. in Marine Biology. He graduated from Mercer University in 2004 with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. And he attended Mercer University School of Medicine from 2005 through 2008, until his health declined. Marc was blessed with many talents. He was well-educated in the sciences, and was also an artist and musician. He had a passion for all musical genres, and he especially loved playing his guitars. Marc loved all animals, the oceans, and beaches.
Marc was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Cleburne Faircloth, his paternal grandfather, Richard "Red" Whitten, and his faithful sheepdog of 15 years, Miles. Marc is survived by his devoted parents, Rick and Sue Whitten of Macon, grandmothers Emogene Faircloth and Barbara Hall of Macon, and uncles and aunts: Dwight (Bobbie) Faircloth of Macon, Doug (Linda) Faircloth of Albany, Sandra (Tommy) Joiner of Byron, David (Kathy) Whitten of Harrietts Bluff, Michael (Lynneth) Whitten of Macon, Mary (George) Robinson of Spartanburg, SC, Valerie (Carly) Testerman of Spartanburg, SC, John Whitten of Danville, VA, and his faithful sheepdog, Bird.
The family especially wants to thank Dr. Shahriar Sedghi for his 20+ years of medical care for Marc. The family also wishes to express their fond appreciation to Dr. Linda Hendricks and Dr. Alan Justice for their devoted attention to Marc's care and comfort for the past several years and to Adrian McBride, RN for the kind home nursing care he provided to Marc in his final months of life.
Please visit www.hartsmort.com to sign the online guest registry.
Hart's Mortuary, Downtown Cherry Street, has charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph from Aug. 14 to Aug. 18, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Marcus Whitten

25 Entries

Lamar Ennis

August 20, 2018

Sue and Rick,
I am very sorry to learn of Marc's passing. You and your family will be in my prayers. Love to you.

Jessica Chute

August 20, 2018

The inspiration he has left behind for so many will live on through his spirit. Although I did not know him long he has forever changed my life and as a family.. You All have helped me in so many ways Thank you!
I will cherish every memory of such a remarkable person, I am Thankful I had a chance to let him know what an honor it was to know him.
I love you both.

Mary Cordes

August 19, 2018

Rick and Sue- I never met your son Marc but as a nurse I worked with you Sue and I remember clearly you speaking of his bravery. Your love for your son always shined through during his triumphs and his valleys. Praying for you both, wishing you Gods strength and peace.
Mary Cordes

Dick and Marsha Hyer

August 19, 2018

Rick,
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

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Marcia Dugger

August 17, 2018

I feel privileged to have met Marc and you, Sue,the evening I was on call. It was a difficult night for y'all and I am so glad I could be there and help you on that journey. My prayers are for you and your family as you start this new journey without Marc. I will be in touch later. Marcia Dugger, RN, Hospice Care Options

Sandy Bartlett

August 17, 2018

I remember when I was a relatively new nurse hearing you talk about Marc. My heart breaks for you and your family. Praying for you to have strength and peace.

Reggie Fokes

August 16, 2018

Deepest Condolences to all those who loved him.

Lisa Heath

August 15, 2018

We will keep you in our prayers.
Ricky and Lisa Heath

August 15, 2018

So sorry for you. I do remember the great times at Natalia's.I am in Italy I won't be able to attend the funeral.

August 14, 2018

Rick and Sue we are so heartbroken to hear about Marc. We are grateful for the several opportunities we had to visit with him. What an amazing man he was with so much talent and compassion. We have no good words to help heal your hearts so we just send lots of love to your whole family.

Elaine (Trawick) Pityer

August 14, 2018

To Sue and family....deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. May your memories give you comfort in the difficult days ahead. Thinking of you all.

Jerrie DellaDonna

August 14, 2018

Sue and Mark
We are sad to hear of Marc's passing. We know the strength and LOVE that was heart-felt by Marc from his Mom and Dad. Your love for Marc was unconditional as God's love for us. Cherish your love for Marc, and know that Marc loved his family. God will be your strength during this time of your loss.
Johnny and Jerrie DellaDonna

August 14, 2018

Offering my sincere condolences to the Whitten Family. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain you in this time of sorrow. Isaiah 61:1,2

Carol & Tommy Goings

August 14, 2018

Sue, we are soooo sorry. We know the pain of burying your child and our hearts go out to you and Rick. We are praying for you.

Laura B. Gallemore

August 14, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Annie Clowers

August 14, 2018

To Sue and family, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. May your sweet memories of Marc sustain you during this difficult time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Be blessed.

Sydney Uber

August 14, 2018

Sue & Rick, were so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Praying for you during this difficult time.

Adrian McBride

August 14, 2018

I Love y'all. Thanks for allowing me in your home to travel with Marc through his final journey. I've been so blessed by this whole experience, and it has made me a better nurse. Marc became like a brother to me and I will always think of you all as family. As always, I'm praying for y'all. Thank God Marc is finally home!

Shannon Harrell

August 14, 2018

Wishing you peace, comfort and the courage to face the days ahead. My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. My most sincere condolences to Marc's family.

Debbie Holmes

August 14, 2018

Prayers for you and your family. I know you will miss Marc greatly but I pray that your memories and the peace of knowing he is in Heaven and in our Heavenly Fathers arms will give you comfort and strength.

Precious memories

Barbara Hall

August 14, 2018

Precious memories of my grandson. May he Rest In Peace. The LORD be with you Sue & Rick.

Melissa Kuipers

August 13, 2018

I am so sorry Sue. You and Rick are in our prayers.
Melissa Kuipers

Holly Stone

August 13, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. Sue and Rick you are in my prayers.

Chantelle Cleveland

August 13, 2018

Marc and I shared many stories about life, during our visits. I am blessed to have had him pass through my life. I will miss his kind ways and his gentle spirit. I'm sure there is a Jazz Jam session he's playing in Heaven...... 0:)

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