Marguerite Spence Whitaker

Marguerite Spence Whitaker obituary

Marguerite Spence Whitaker

Marguerite Whitaker Obituary

Visit the Cremation Society of Virginia Virginia Beach Office website to view the full obituary.
Marguerite Spence Whitaker, 103, of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025. She was born on November 3, 1922 in Newland Township, NC to the late Nellie and John Spence. Also preceding her in death was her husband of 73 years, Herbert L. Whitaker; sister, June Rammell; and brother-in-law, Worthington Whitaker.

Surviving her are her children: Dr. Herbert L. Whitaker, Jr. (Susan); Jack Whitaker (Christine); and Judith McGreagor (Gregory); nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Mildred Spence; and many extended relatives and friends.

Marguerite was a longtime active member of Thalia Presbyterian Church, now King's Grant Presbyterian Church, while her health allowed.

The family would like to give special thanks to her caregivers, Tina and Elizabeth, for the loving care they provided Marguerite.

A memorial service is being planned and details will be provided here once available.
Cremation Society of Virginia Virginia Beach Office

5265 Providence Road, #104, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

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