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The Rev. Dr. Clifton Whitaker Jr.

1941 - 2021

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Scott's Funeral Home - Richmond

115 East Brookland Park Boulevard

Richmond, Virginia

Clifton Whitaker Obituary

WHITAKER, Rev. Dr. Clifton, Jr., of Richmond, Pastor Emeritus of Grayland Baptist Church, died September 10, 2021. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral notice later.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Sep. 11, 2021.

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Sheila Williams

September 4, 2022

In loving memory of a great person Dr. Clifton WhitakerJr., He was a wonderful Man of God who displayed a heart full of love and "The Pastor that Ordained" me as a Deacon whom I learned a lot of wisdom and knowledge from, we all did. Amen. He will be loved and missed always. Yours In Christ, Deacon Sheila Williams/Family

Judy Brown

September 4, 2022

TO the family of Dr. Whitaker, you have my deepest sympathy. I will always remember his smile to everyone.

Ann L. Sharpe

September 21, 2021

To the family you have my deepest sympathy and condolences. God Bless!

Rev Dr Grace Tolliver

September 20, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JUANITA P SACKEY

September 20, 2021

Clifton has and was always an inspiration to me whenever I visited the family home so many years ago, in school, and while serving on the Richmond police force with my cousin. When he became a minister that inspiration became even greater. The city and his earthly family will surely miss him yet all we need do is cast an eye upwards to know that he is ever there still smiling his special smile, watching, and praying.

Carlos Fisher and Family

September 19, 2021

My condolences to Cousins Lola, Gina, Jacci and Joy and family for their loss. While Clifton, Jr (Junie ) was my cousin, he felt more like my big brother and referred to me as his "little brother". He was a pillar in this community and we will greatly miss him.
Carlos and Family

Armstrong High School Class Members

September 19, 2021

We stop by to pay or respect for the life and service given by our Armstrong member. God gave him a spirit of caring ad sharing and he returned that in his lifetime. We pray the family will have peace in this time, trusting in the Lord Dr. Whitaker faithfully served

From the Staff of Scott's Funeral Home

September 19, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Cecil Mosby

September 16, 2021

My sincerest condolences to the family of Your loved one, Reverend Doctor Clifton Whitaker, Emeritus. Such a wonderful and pleasant soul who along with his Deacons helped me many years ago during a severe illness and being in a very lonely and dark place. His prayers, caring conversations and encouragement was so thoughtful and I will always have a special place in my heart for kindness . So Rest in Paradise My Friend.

Judy BROWN

September 16, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Halstead Howell, MD and family

September 15, 2021

Our family offers condolences to the Whitaker family over the passing of our friend Junior( Clifton). We pray that God would support you during this time of bereavement. Love, Halstead Howell.

Marty

September 14, 2021

I remember his jokes and smile

Marty

September 14, 2021

I remember his jokes boy could he tell them and his favorite song i loved to him him sing was: i wont complain

Calvin and Edna Allen

September 14, 2021

My family and I offer our sincere prayers and sympathy to you and your family. Praying that God will give you the strength you need. Rest in the sweet memories that you will always have of your loved one. He knew you loved him!

Jacqueline Yvonne Smith

September 14, 2021

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Jacqueline (waitress from Aunt Sarah's)

Wilma Fleming

September 14, 2021

My sincerest condolences to the family. My God keep you and strengthen you during this time difficult time.

Lorenzo Terrell

September 13, 2021

Meeting and Spending time with him was a necessity in my life.

Dawn Calhoun

September 13, 2021

Gina my childhood friend my prayers of comfort go up for you and family. Your Dad Rev Whitaker a great man of God. His smile and what he did for my family when my Dad was sick will never be forgotten. May you feel God´s arms of comfort during this time.

Donna J Jones

September 12, 2021

RIP Rev Dr Clifton Whittaker Jr.

Sylvia Lambert

September 11, 2021

To the family you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.

Walter R Jones iii

September 11, 2021

To Gina and family I just want to give my condolences. He's not suffering anymore and that's the real blessing love to you and the family Walt

Gladys Woodson

September 11, 2021

Blessings to you and your family,Mrs.Whitaker..

Sheila Williams

September 11, 2021

To Dr. Dolores Whitaker & Family, we, The Williams Family wish to warmly express our sincerest deepest sympathies & heart felt condolences in the passing of your love one. Pastor Emeritus was simply the best. Our family Thanks God for the manys years (HE) allowed Pastor Emeritus to be with us as Pastor. Pastor Emeritus, was a caring, praying & sharing Man of God. He will be missed greatly by us all. We're praying Gods hands of comfort, healing, love, peace & strength will be with each of you during this time of your bereavement. God bless you all. Wey'all. Yours in Christ, Deacon Sheila Williams

Sandra Woodson

September 11, 2021

To the family you have my deepest sympathy and condolences. God be with you in your time of sorrow.

Rev. Roslyn & Dea. Horace Anderson son

September 11, 2021

Sincere Condolences to the Family. Our prayers are extended to You all during this time of sorrow. Your weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Amen.

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