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Keith Whitner Obituary
Keith Jakwan Whitner, 17, of Reading passed away July 23, 2015.
He was born in Brooklyn, NY, on November 2, 1997, a son of Marie Richardson of Reading and the late Keith G. Whitner.
Keith is also survived by his paternal grandmother, Dolores Whitner of Brooklyn, NY; 3 brothers: Jahmell George of Reading; Negus Richardson of Brooklyn, NY; Tafari Richardson of Reading; his sister, Ianna Richardson of Reading; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A service will be Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at 7 p.m. in Theo C. Auman Funeral Home, 247 Penn St., Reading. A viewing will be Wednesday 5-7 p.m. in the funeral home.
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Brianna Fonseca
July 24, 2016
I'm still in shock you are not here with us today! We grew up together in south beach all of us was a family. We did everything together! I will always remember that smile with your baby teeth and your soft voice because that's the jay I knew and those were our best memories❤ I love and miss you Keith
August 22, 2015
My heart is still in disbelief. my prayers are with you all to remember the good times and his laid back personality to get you thorough this painful time. deepest sympathy from eugenia and isacc(jr).
cardene streeks
August 18, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
A Friend
July 31, 2015
May the angels of peace forever wrap their wings around this child.
And may the community support his family and friends with love and understanding.
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Donnamaria Olivieri
July 30, 2015
To the entire family & especailly U Marie,no Mother should have to endure this,yet somany have,my thoughts,prayers are with u,such a young & handsome young man, know God will wipe every tear that falls & hold & comfort u as u go through,I am a Mom,G Mom,gg Mom & I cannot even imagine what you are enduring at this time,look to our Lord for everything, He will give u peace in this sad,very sad time & through out,so very sorry for your loss of a precious child
Tracie Brown
July 29, 2015
Marie my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Aurea
July 29, 2015
Marie and Family, so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Meka Wilson
July 29, 2015
I cant find the right words to say... just know I will continue to pray for each of you during this hard time. I know this is not easy. Jay will be forever missed.
July 28, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
regina prentice-copeland
July 28, 2015
I'll never forget the first time I meet Jay,helping his Mom, in the kitchen washing dishes,always helping mom.you little angel!!! You'll still be looking over the heavens clouds helping mom. Love you little guy.!!!!!
Gloria Smith
July 26, 2015
Marie, My Heartfelt Condolences for You and Your Family. Know that You are in My constant Prayers May Your Baby Boy Rest In The Heavens,,
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