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Eugene Whitten Obituary
Retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. Eugene "Gene" Whitten, 80, of Townsend, Ga., died Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, at Hospice of Golden Isles, after a long illness.
Born Aug. 10, 1939, in Pendleton, S.C., Gene was a Vietnam veteran who loved his country, the South Carolina Gamecocks, the Georgia Southern Eagles, good music and most of all, his family and friends. He was a fiercely loyal friend, father and husband, and if he loved you he loved you with all his heart.
Gene is survived by his wife and best friend of 59 years, Sandra Whitten of Townsend; his son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Beverly Whitten of Rincon; his daughter, Kay Whitten; his grandchildren, Evia Zack and David Zack of Colorado and Matt and Art Bargeron of Guyton; a longtime friend and fishing buddy, retired Sgt. Maj. David Olander of Swainsboro; and many nieces and nephews, including his favorite, Susie Simpson of Seneca, S.C.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Marilee Ann Whitten, of Columbia; parents, Henry Grady Whitten and Minnie Lee of Pendleton; his brother, Larry Whitten of Seneca; four stepbrothers, Floyd Carver, Marvin Carver, Raymond Carver and Boone Carver, all of the South Carolina Upstate; and others he will see in his next life, especially his daughter, Lee.
Gene's family would like to thank all who gave him care and comfort during his illness, including doctors and nurses, especially Melanie Schulz, RN, and all the food service workers at Southeast Georgia Health System; his longtime healthcare provider, Dr. Glenn Carter, the indispensable Jill and Jennifer of Hinesville; and Dr. Abraham Cheong and the capable, caring and wonderful people at Hospice of the Golden Isles, in Brunswick.
Golden Isles Cremation Center handled the cremation. His family is handling arrangements for the service, which will be held, with military honors, at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, at Georgia Veterans Cemetery, in Glennville, with the Rev. William Hesse officiating.
If you knew Gene, you're welcome to come.
Instead of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice of the Golden Isles, in Brunswick, Ga.
Family-placed obituary
The Brunswick News, December 12, 2019
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Larry G. Fraser
May 17, 2025
A great man and friend who looked out for me throughout my time at Trainee Branch 1981 until 1985. We discussed joint assignments to Alaska so we could fish together. The cowboy hat you gave me 44 years ago I still cherish and possess. You will always be remembered MSG (R) Eugene Whitten. Rest in Heaven my old friend. SFC Larry Fraser and family.
Clifford & Rosie Jackson
January 23, 2020
You'll always be a part of our life MSG (R) Eugene Whitten. Please Rest In Peace. (Trainee Branch 1982 until 1985). Sandra, we're here for you. Cliff & Rosie
Franchetta Stephens
December 29, 2019
Rest In Peace MSG Whitten
Our condolences to the family
SFC Stephens and Family
Hq Co Trp Cmd (Trainee Branch) 81-86
John and Melanie Thompson
December 21, 2019
Rest In Peace a great man and friend
Michael and Mary Bowen
December 14, 2019
Gene will be missed greatly. We are left with so many memories that will stay with us forever. Aunt Sandra our prayers are with all of you and we love you dearly. We loved Gene and will always carry him in our hearts.
Richard Morgan
December 12, 2019
Rest in peace our friend from Pendleton and a Military Buddy. Prayers abd condolences to the family. Thank you Gordon, for posting the obit.
Richard Morgan
Phillip Whitten
December 12, 2019
Go rest high on that mountain,we are so sorry for the loss. Uncle Gene was a great man. He will be missed but his memory will live on in the lives of us and our children. Sandra our prayers are with you and the family.We love you all so much, May God bless you all through this time. Love Phillip and Linda Whitten
Jessica Whitten
December 12, 2019
Rest in Peace Uncle Gene, I was incredibly blessed to have had the opportunity to know you, You left a lasting impact in my life. Thank you for always being so kind. Aunt Sandra I am so sorry for the loss, I will keep you in my prayers. Love you all so much. Love Robert, Jessica and Dominic!
Josh Simpson
December 12, 2019
Fly high uncle gene forever missed but never forgotten we love you! Josh dawn Ashlynn and dalton
Susan Simpson
December 12, 2019
Words alone cannot express the love and respect I have for this man
He has been a rock for me over the years. I'm so grateful for the time I had with him and I will cherish the memories. Rest in peace Uncle Gene. Until we meet again... I love you.
William Whitten
December 12, 2019
Rest in peace uncle gene you will truly be missed god got a great man in heaven ..
Mindy Boyette
December 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss Jeff.
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