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Nigel Whitaker Obituary
Poughkeepsie - Nigel was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on May 19, 1962 and returned home on July 13, 2020. He was a self-taught and self-employed carpenter most of his life with a few stops as maintenance for Vassar College, Saint Francis Hospital and Metro North. After a life of fixing most anything for anyone he has packed his tool box to be of assistance in the presence to another CARPENTER we know.
Nigel is survived by his mother, Gertrude" Lillian" Whitaker; 4 sisters, Yvonne, Carolyn, Crystal and Denise all of Poughkeepsie, NY; 4 brothers, Sherman, Bryan, Kelvin all of Poughkeepsie, NY and Michael of Kingston, NY. Nigel leaves behind a legacy of love with surviving wife, Carmella Whitaker with whom he shared 30 years of marriage; 6 children they loved and shared daughters, Taniesha Seay and Quinshaya Williams of Poughkeepsie, NY; sons, Nigel Whitaker Jr. (Melissa) and Corey Whitaker (Shared with Stacey Reed), Jovan Williams (Sherise) and Dayvon Whitaker all of Poughkeepsie, NY; Nigel also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, Daequan, Nadia, Naiya, Nigel the 3rd (Nigel and Melissa), Jahzir, Saraj, Jaxon, Manny (Corey) Ah'shalai (Quinshaya) Kadyn and Amari (Dayvon). Nigel also leaves a host of in-laws nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss his playful banter, knowledge and willingness to help or "Takeover" a task or project.
Nigel is predeceased by his father, Estee Whitaker.
Mr. Whitaker will repose 10-11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel, 43 Fairview Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY. Funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at the chapel. (Face Mask and Social Distancing REQUIRED). Professional services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Home, 43 Fairview Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY. "Committed To Being The Very Best" Call us anytime 452-2894 or 452-6143.
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Dr. Larry Lee
July 11, 2022
You´re never forgotten, brother and friend. When all that is written is fulfilled, we will all catchup again, to the glory of our Father in heaven via His Son, Yahshua Messiah
Dr. Larry Lee
July 11, 2021
Continue to rest in peace, my brother, until all things that are written come to pass, and that great getting up day is upon us. Soon and very soon. YAHWEH´s Blessings always
Harold J Shell Jr.
August 26, 2020
Great person with a harmonious personality. He was smart, fair, compassionate and understanding.
Carlton Cummings
July 22, 2020
Ook forward to seeing you again my brother...
Anne Daniels
July 21, 2020
You will be missed
Dr. Larry Lee
July 20, 2020
On behalf of the Lee family, I offer our sincere condolences to the Whitaker family. Nigel was part of my peer group and I have nothing but fond memories of him. He was a warm and peaceful brother. He has entered his rest, but well all get together again, when everything that has been written is fulfilled.
Terry Irving
July 20, 2020
Sympathies to the family.
Deborah Herring
July 20, 2020
Nigel was a true friend and would offer the shirt off his back if you were cold.... He will ForeVer be in our hearts... Gone but nevet forgotten...
Walter Daniels
July 20, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michele Hill
July 20, 2020
His smile and laughter was contagious. Our condolences to the Whitaker Family. You're in our hearts and prayers. Blessings The Hill Family
Denise Cotton
July 20, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Darlene Scipio
July 20, 2020
He was a Good Man
Louise Mima
July 20, 2020
Sorry for your loss my condolences to the family
Heather Marie Gibson
July 20, 2020
Nigel will truly be missed. Haven't seen him in a very long time yet my heart is still broken... Receive your child YAHWEH and comfort his family as only YOU can in their time of need.
Rest in peace Nigel till we meet again. YAH bless and strengthen your family.
Karen A Daniels
July 20, 2020
My Condolences to the family so sorry for your loss
Retired. Sgt. John Smith
July 19, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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