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Louise Whipple Obituary
January 21, 1946 - July 30, 2024
Whipple, Louise Stuart Tabb, born January 21, 1946, and known to many as LouLou, died July 30, 2024, in Crozet, VA. She is survived by her husband, Fred Rutledge Whipple, Jr.; her brother, Randolph Porter Tabb, Jr. (Patricia); her sister-in-law, Sue Whipple Hecht; her children, Laura Randolph Edge Kottkamp (Nathan) and James Brannen Edge, III (Melinda); two stepsons, David Rutledge Whipple (Sara) and Robert Whipple (Stephanie); two nieces, Ashley Glenn Tabb Boyles (Andy) and Anne Randolph Tabb Reveley (Everett); her godson, George Hall Sebren, Jr.; and her four grandchildren, Alice Taliaferro Lear Kottkamp, Edwin August Shields Kottkamp, James Brannen Edge, IV, and Porter Sidney Edge. She is predeceased in death by her parents, Marjorie Pugh Tabb and Randolph Porter Tabb; and her mischievous aunt, Louise Pugh Williams.
Our thanks to Theresa, Princess, and the staff at the Lodge at Old Trail in Crozet. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to honor the care shown to LouLou by Hospice of the Piedmont.
A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Richmond, VA, on August 24, 2024, at 12 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louise Whipple
Ari Sprenkle
August 20, 2024
Louise was a kind and nurturing mother to me when I was in high school with Brannen. She always welcomed us with open arms and Ukrops meals. Her old ladies field hockey team beat our high school team into the ground during friendly scrimmages. She opened my eyes to church and what true kindness is. I am so sorry for your loss.
Renée Hughes
August 15, 2024
Fred, Laura, Brannen, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Louise and I both taught at Thomas Jefferson High School. Many days, we laughed, cried, and said a few choice words, trying to make it another day. I will miss her smile, laughter, and friendship.
Suzanne Johnston Sellner
August 12, 2024
I was fortunate enough to grow up next door to the Tabbs in Glenburnie, Richmond, VA. Since Louise was a couple of years older than I, I admired her and enjoyed the opportunities I had to get to know her at backyard dinners, during trips to Highs for ice cream, at church, and at Thomas Jefferson High School. Her birthday and Christmas letters were clever and chatty--always worth saving! We're praying for comfort for Fred, Randy, Pat, and the children and grandchildren. What an outstanding woman of God Louise was!
Tracy Shackelford
August 6, 2024
Laura, Brannen, Fred and family - I largely knew LouLou through knowing Laura this past decade. I'm so sorry the world has lost this sharp, witty, accomplished, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend and I know her legacy lives on through everyone who she touched in her lifetime.
Judy von Seldeneck
August 5, 2024
Opps-"Louise" (never heard nick name "Lou Lou) but sorry to leave off the "e"...hoping to attend service with neighbors, Tom & Gina Holden!
Mary Kulp
August 4, 2024
Laura, I am thinking of you and your family. Your mother had so many talents and life lessons I am ready to employ. What a wonderful person to have in your life!
Jacqueline Smith
August 4, 2024
I had the privilege of being Fred and Louise server at a local restaurant in Richmond,VA. Louise was a sweet, kind and funny person. When someone you love become a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. With Deepest Sympathy.
Judy (Crowell) von Seldeneck
August 4, 2024
I was a Varsity Cheerleader at TJ in Richmond & remember Louis, Becky & Gina who were the "brainy girl students" at our high school! But they always had great fun. Was saddened to hear of her Alzheimer´s disease but did not realize that same disease took her father 35 years ago! Sympathy for her children and grands & for all her close friends...Peace that she is in A HEAVENLY PLACE!!
Steve and Judy Hultquist
August 4, 2024
We are cousins of her first husband, Jim Edge. We met Louise once, about a hundred years ago. A really nice "lady" with all that implies. So sorry for the family's loss. You will miss her, for sure! Love to all of you.
Garland Hagen
August 4, 2024
Surprised and shocked to learn of her passing. Did not know she had health issues. She was one of my very favorite classmates and I admired her intellect and wit. Her obit was fascinating as I didn´t realize all her many awards and accomplishments. Always enjoyed her happy birthday wishes. She will be missed. Garland Hagen
Mike Heitzler
August 4, 2024
Sympathy and condolences to my longtime friend Fred and all of your family.
Allen Saville
August 4, 2024
Supremely capable; always helpful; great conversationalist - one of the best of us!
Beth Motley
August 4, 2024
Louise was a delight to know. I was fortunate to have her as a neighbor and thoroughly enjoyed her love for nature and sense of humor. She was an advocate for the Waterford Rhye/Westmoor Lake Association contributing to the bird sanctuary and lake activities. Her spirit for life was huge and enjoyed by all. Louise wil be missed by many. Fly free my friend .....
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