Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1937
DIED
2021
FUNERAL HOME
Franklin Whitten Obituary
A Celebration of Life honoring Franklin Hardwell "Frank" Whitten, who died on August 27, 2020, will be held Saturday, July 24, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Peakland United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at a reception at the church following the service.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, W.C. "Red" Whitten and Louise Poole Whitten, and his sister, Mary Lynn Whitten.
He is survived by his wife, Harriet Jones Whitten of Decatur Ga.; his daughters, Susan Whitten Padgett (Roy) of Charlotte, N.C., Alice Whitten Bowen (Tony) of Parrish, Fla., and Mary Carter Whitten Van Atta (Matt) of Decatur, Ga.; his son, Franklin Hardwell "Hardy" Whitten Jr. (Betsy) of San Diego, Calif.; brothers, Wilbur Carrington Whitten Jr. of Forest, and Thomas P. Whitten (Susan) of Beaufort, S.C.; and brother-in-law, William Henry Jones Jr. (Margaret) of Augusta, Ga. Frank is also survived by eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family requests that memorials be made to Peakland United Methodist Church, 4434 Boonsboro Road, Lynchburg VA 24503.
Whitten Timberlake Chapel is serving the family.
To send condolences online, please visit www.whittentimberlake.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Franklin Whitten
Sponsored by Whitten Timberlake Chapel.
1 Entry
Garry Evans
July 20, 2021
It was my privilege to not only work with Frank, but to call him my friend. Every time we shook hands, we would take each other's pulse (much like his Dad would do) we would always joke and tell each other, "strong pulse there!" He was always quick with a joke and lots of fun to be around! I am very sorry I can't be there for his memorial service, but will be thinking of Harriet, Hardy, and the entire family. Rest in peace my friend, Frank!
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Franklin Whitten's name
Memorial Events
for Franklin Whitten
How to support Franklin's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Franklin Whitten's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
