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Richard Whiting Obituary
He was preceded in death by a grandson, David Todd Whiting. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Doris Whiting of Colonial Heights; sons, Robert Whiting (Anita) of Sutherland, David Whiting (JoAnne) of Colonial Heights; daughter, Nancy Crawford (Robert) of Stafford; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, special cousins in Canada, Bernice Brown, Mary Everett, and Velma Murch; and many nieces and nephews.
He was a member of Ettrick United Methodist Church where he sang in the choir for 40 years. He loved trains and was a member of the Old Dominion Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society for over 50 years. He and Doris spent many summers in New Brunswick, Canada, staying in the log cabin that he built in 1933 as a vacation home for his mother.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where a memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Ettrick United Methodist Church, 21302 Chesterfield Avenue, Ettrick, VA 23803. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Whiting
Brenda Broner
January 18, 2011
Mrs. Whiting and dear family, my heartfelt condolences to you in the passing of your beloved husband,father,and friend, Richard. Always remember that our heavenly Father has great concerns for you in your time of sorrow and is there for each of you. Go to Him in prayer through His Son, Jesus Christ,for needed comfort and strength, dear friends.
Remember, dear family, Jehovah God is there whenever you need Him, have no doubt. The apostle Paul gives words of encouragement to that fact at Hebrew 13:5 when he wrote: "...I will by no means leave you nor by any means forsake you." This promise undoubtedly should strengthen you, dear family. If we put our trust in Jehovah God and honor His commandments, He will sustain us even in the most difficult of times.
May there be peace and endurance given to you and your family at this time, Mrs. Whiting.
Christian Love,
A great Day at the State Fair- at almost 100!!
Mary Lou and Elaine
January 18, 2011
All of us in the Activity Department are going to miss his quick wit and quiet way. He has been well loved by family and friends and we extend heartfelt symphathy to all who loved him.
Cindy James
January 17, 2011
Dear David and Family,
Your sweet dad just made the journey we all must take. We have no choice in whether to go or not, but we do have a choice in how we live. I never met your dad, but from all I have read and heard and the imprint he left on you, he must have been an outstanding individual! It is never easy to let them go. I'll never forget you coming to my precious Daddy's funeral in June. It meant a lot to me, David!
Al and Marcia Lundie
January 16, 2011
Mr. Whiting was the kindest man,we enjoyed going to church with him,he will be missed.
Ricky Duncan
January 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cheryl Rackley
January 15, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Debbie Nichols
January 14, 2011
How sad to have lost such a dear sweet man. He and Doris were the first people I would see each Sunday morning when I went to the Colonial Heights Nursing Home. Such a sweet man with a beautiful smile. He will truly be missed.
January 14, 2011
Will miss your visits, Uncle Dick. Many fond memories of family get togethers here. - Edward Gay, Fredericton, NB, Canada
Gloria Brumley
January 14, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sure he is looking down and seeing just how much he was truely loved. I always enjoyed our talks and that dark chocolate he always gave out. Again, I will truely treasure our memories together and he has a special place embedded in my heart. I will always remember that smiling face that I saw when I visited him at the nursing home. Glad i took some wonderful pictures. Now I can always look back and see that smiling face that i will always miss..
Ernie and Barbara Wilson
January 14, 2011
Whiting Family,
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care.
God Bless You
Bonnie Lonon
January 14, 2011
I came to know Mr. Whiting at Colonial Heights Convalescence Center. He and Doris brightened not only my life but everyone they touched. I will miss his sweet smile. Heaven is a brighter place with him there. Bonnie Lonon, Colonial Heights Church of the Nazarene.
Russell Gates
January 14, 2011
Just the other day I was riding through the old neighborhood and Mr. Whiting popped into my mind and I thought of him and all the years I have known him. He would bring his little Boston over to my shop for a bath or nail clip and we would chat for a few minutes. I always thought he was a neat guy. He always had a smile with a kind word. Definitely one of a kind.
RONNIE & JO STAPLES
January 13, 2011
BOB, DAVID, NANCY, AND FAMILIES. SO SORRY TO READ OF MR. WHITING'S PASSING. IT'S ALWAYS HARD TO LOSE A LOVED ONE, BUT WHAT A LIFE. MAY GOD BLESS.
Janet Johnson Dailey
January 13, 2011
David and family, I am saddened to hear of Mr. Whiting's passing. He was such a nice gentleman. You are all in my prayers. With love and deepest sympathy.
Bernard King
January 13, 2011
David,John and Family. My condelences go out too you and your Families on your loss. My thoughts are with you.
January 13, 2011
I'm sorry to hear about your loss, Mr. Whiting was a very sweet Man.
God Bless Margret Gray, old neighbor
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