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Ted Whitacre Obituary
Ventura, CA
Ted Claybourn Whitacre of Ventura went to be with his heavenly Father on October 5, 2016 at a local hospital at the age of 87 following a brief illness.
Ted was born November 1928 in Sterling, Colorado to Donald Paul Whitacre Sr. and Pearl Emma Thompson Whitacre. He grew up in Nebraska, Iowa, Texas, New Mexico and San Diego. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1946 as a flight engineer, working on the B17 bomber. He was stationed in the Philippines, Japan, Australia, the South Pacific, then was stationed at Biggs Field in El Paso, Texas. He is a veteran of the Korean War.
Ted is survived by his wife of 32 years Evelyn Whitacre, daughters Diana Whitacre of Ventura, Eileen Whitacre of Las Cruces, New Mexico, Laura McCarren (Charles) of Atascadero and son Stephen Whitacre (Peggy) of Camarillo, four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Don Whitacre, William (Bill) Whitacre and sister Shirley Shedlock.
Ted was a member of the first United Methodist Church of Ventura, Ventura Breakfast Lions club and Scottish Rite Masons where he attained the position of 33 degree Mason in Washington D.C.
Besides being a loving husband and father, Ted will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all his wonderful neighbors, many friends and fellow church members. Ted and Evelyn served meals to the homeless through their church for many years. Ted had a generous heart and was always the first to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it.
Arrangements are under the direction of Reardon Funeral Home. Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday October 21, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church, 1338 E. Santa Clara St., Ventura.
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Frank C
November 13, 2016
I did not personally know Mr. Whitacre but for many years I walked my two dogs up the street. Super nice guy. We would chat a bit, Roxy and Randi (my dogs) would get a nice pat on the head, get a sniff and we would be off. During one quick chat me mentioned he was a Korean War Vet (same as both my parents) and was an aviator. My thoughts will be with him and his family each time I walk by.
David & Jenny Bates
October 18, 2016
The times we spent with you were so special. We will meet again and until that time you will be sadly missed by all who knew you.
So very glad that you were able to spend time with us both in the US and UK.
Love David and Jenny
Laura McCarren
October 13, 2016
Dad, I miss you so much. I will miss your great sense of humor, your warmth and caring, and especially your hugs. I love you, Dad. I will see you again.
October 12, 2016
Ted was a very caring and compassionate person with a great sense of humor. Ted and Evelyn were always so supportive of Sue Fredericks and the other wonderful residents of Hillside House in Santa Barbara. I enjoyed Ted and Evelyn's friendship.
Mac Robinson
Oxnard
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Jessica Pranski (Tello)
October 12, 2016
Grandpa Ted will always hold a special place in my heart. I would spend hours at his house every day, helping him with his remote control planes or just random projects around the garage. His kindness to me will be something I will thrive to copy for the rest of my life. Thank you Grandpa Ted for being such an influential person in my life.
Steve Whitacre
October 11, 2016
I will miss our times together from when you taught me to ride a bike, when you'd come and watch me play baseball. The times we'd go to the flying field and you'd let my fly your RC planes, going to the concert band concerts, I wil miss you at the Scottish Rite Picnic, thank you so much for the B17 plane ride! love you always.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chrissy
Peggy Whitacre
October 11, 2016
Tedo was the best Father in Law anyone could of ask for We loved going to Tedo's and Evelyno's house. There was always laughter their,never a dull moment. The best parts of our visits were his stories and his famous Tedo Rico's Taco's made special by Tedo himself.When my dad died in May of this year I asked Tedo a special question since my dad is gone would you be my dad? he replied back that is the best question I have been ask all day. I will miss you Tedo and never forget your singing of Peg of my heart to me. you were special Tedo I love you and miss you. Peggy Whitacre
Eileen Whitacre
October 11, 2016
Thanks Dad for all of good lessons you taught me.
With much love
Eileen
Melanie Bangle
October 11, 2016
You were one of the greatest men in my life Papa. I am going to miss you for the rest of my life. You taught me so much, loved me so much. Nobody can ever fill your shoes. I miss you, but I am glad in the knowledge that you are with our Heavenly Father and are at peace. I will see you again. ❤
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