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Robert Whitmire Obituary
July 3, 1958 to Carter and
Betty Whitmire. Bob graduated from Edgewater High School, Appalachian State and Rollins College. He worked in hotel management for over 25 years at the Casa Marina in Key West and in Lake Buena Vista. He loved swimming, bicycling, and was a world traveler. Bob was the treasurer for the College Park Rotary Club and was involved in the First United Methodist Church Downtown. He also did volunteer work. Bob was a devoted husband, son, brother, and uncle. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carter and Betty Whitmire. He is survived by his wife Kathy of 13 years; brothers Carter Whitmire Jr. and his wife Nyma, Bill Whitmire and his wife Linnea; and many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Wednesday, March 19, 2008 from 6-8PM at Baldwin Fairchild Lake Ivanhoe Chapel. A funeral service will be held Thursday, March 20, 2008 at 10AM at First United Methodist Church Downtown with interment following at Historical Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Downtown YMCA Scholarship Fund, 433 N. Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803. Arrangements are by Baldwin Fairchild Lake Ivanhoe Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Whitmire
Jack and Yelena
July 3, 2008
Kathy,
I am shocked to hear of Bob's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Bob and I worked together at the Marriott Resort in Key West during the early 80's. We were good friends but lost contact over the years as we lived afar. As others have proclaimed, Bob was always of good humor, happy, positive and enjoyed life.
I was happy to have surprised Bob by attending your wedding reception.
I last saw you both about five years ago, as we were driving through Orlando.
Impressed by knowledge and learning, Bob told me, as we were discussing where we had met our wives, that he met Kathy at the library. I said 'really?" He then corrected himself and told me that he first met Kathy at a restaurant or bar, but suggested to her that they have their first date at the library, so that he could tell everyone in the future he met his wife at the library!
Bob's spirit will be greatly missed.
noor hakim
May 7, 2008
i miss bob,he was a good friend.
my prayers are with him,his wife and the whitmires family.
Meloney Goins
March 30, 2008
Carter,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael and Meloney Goins
Marilyn Wright
March 21, 2008
Ran into Bob a couple years ago in the College Park Publix...hadn't seen him in probably 6 years because I had moved - but it was "old home week"! We worked together at the Best Western LBV (I was with "the gang" in reservations). Bob helped make it fun! Bob brought a smile to a lot of lives!
Linda Davila-Seltz
March 21, 2008
I met Bob while working in Key West at the Casa Marina nearly 28 years ago. Bob was a happy, giving, positive, loyal, Good Man. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Linda Davila-Seltz
Martha Hayden
March 20, 2008
So sorry to hear about Bob. He was one of the people from high school whom I remember fondly. He and I swam together at Edgewater, but only kept in contact for a few years after graduation. My parents were friends with both the Whitmires and the Riddles so I got updates for several years after that.
Martha Slettedahl
Kristin Richards
March 19, 2008
Kathy, I worked with Bob for 12 yrs at the Best Western in LBV. I will always remember Bob as a fun loving person - remember the Bacchus Bash? He always came to me when he couldn't remember the name of a song - ask Kim she will tell ya! Always remember the good times Kathy and know that it's not goodbye but only til we see each other again in the Kingdom of heaven.
Kevin Meisel
March 19, 2008
Dear Bill, Carter, and Family,
The local swimming community lost a good friend in Bob. The Whitmire Family will be in the thoughts and prayers of many teammates and friends during this Easter season.
Take Care & God Bless All,
Kevin Meisel & the Meisel Family
Steve Rogner
March 19, 2008
Kathy, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Bob turned every occation into an event and always made everyone around him smile and marvle at his ALWAYS positive spirit. He will be greatly missed by many.
Barb Jones
March 19, 2008
We shared a lane and swimming daily. Saturday, March 16,2008 will be a morning swim I will never forget. Got Bless him and your family in your loss.
Jim-bo Damron
March 19, 2008
Kathy,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We are here for you should you need anything. The entire Damron Family.
Jim-bo Damron
George and Kathy Jennings
March 19, 2008
Always the optimist;Always the joker;Always light-hearted;Always smiling (sometimes grinning);Always a friend - Bob will be missed.
Kathy, our deepest heartfelt sympathies. We are here for you in any way.
Victor Murphy
March 19, 2008
A lovely young fellow from a lovely family and community.
McNamara Family
March 18, 2008
Kathy,
I first met Bob when we worked together at the Casa Marina in Key West and we became instant friends. We talked once in a while on the phone and visited a few times when I took my family to Orlando. I will always remember his sense of humor and that big grin on his face. I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Angel and Bryan Stewart
March 18, 2008
Never a time that I remember, seeing Bob without a smile. Never a time that I remember, not having one on my face after he starting the phrase, “Did I ever tell you about the time…?” Bob has always been a keystone of the neighborhood and a large part of what made our time on Boardman so special. Angel and I are comforted by knowing that Kathy will have the support of not only her family, but her neighbors as well…her friends. Without a doubt, he will be missed deeply by all, but for me…I will miss his generosity to open his home, his belief in humanity, and most of all…his ability to always make me smile.
March 18, 2008
Kathy - my sincerest sympathy to you at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy Berdahl
Pam Potenza
March 18, 2008
It was an honor and a pleasure to know Bob, and share our Rotary functions. We are a better club because of his contributions in such a short time.
My heart goes out to Kathy and the family for your tragic loss.
Elizabeth Frink
March 18, 2008
Kathy, I know I speak for the neighborhood when I say how crushed we all are by Bob's sudden passing. He was such an important part of how we are all woven together as neighbors, and he will be deeply missed by us all. Please know that we are all here to support you in any way you need.
Love,
Tim Cunningham
March 18, 2008
Bob's life was way too short, but a life lived the right way, showing genuine and unabashed caring for family, friends and community. He brought laughter to all who met him with his "unique" brand of humor. The world is a lesser place without him.
Sandy Lewis
March 18, 2008
Kathy, Dennis and I are so sorry and are keeping you in our thoughts and lifting you in our prayers. May the Lord bless you and guide you through this difficult time.
Dana & Don Ibold
March 18, 2008
So sorry for your loss
Jaymi Damron
March 18, 2008
Kathy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I love you and am here for you forever.
Your YaYa,
Jaymi
Neill Jackson
March 18, 2008
We will truely miss Bob
Dawn Lewis
March 18, 2008
Kathy - My deepest sympathies during this sorrowful time. My heart aches for your loss. Much love and prayer is being sent your way.
Mar F
March 18, 2008
Kathy, my prayers are with you and Bob's family at this time. I only met him a month ago at Sandy's party but I know he will be dearly missed.
May God be with you thru this difficult time.
Marsha & Tim Foskett
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