Earnest Whatley Obituary in Decatur at Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc.

Obituary For Earnest Whatley

Homegoing Services for Mr. Earnest Whatley, will be held Saturday, February 6, 2021, 11:00 A.M. at The Chapel of Donald Trimble Mortuary. Interment, Lincoln Cemetery, Atlanta, GA. He was preceded in death by his brother, William Whatley, and father, L.A. Whatley. Earnest leaves to cherish his lifetime of love and memories to the love of his life, Carolyn Render; and a special granddaughter, Kylee. He also leaves his mother, Mary Whatley; sisters, Rebecca Smith, Betty Brooks (William), Mary Griffin (Joe), Dorothy Lenon (James), brothers, Jerry Bell (Linden), Lucious Whatley, Johnny Whatley (Debra), Jamie Whatley, Marvin Whatley (Sandra); his beloved nieces and nephews, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence at 10:00 A.M.

Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc., 1876 Second Avenue, Decatur, 404-371-0772-3.

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Earnest my heart is still full of heaviness in loosing such a great person and loving Brother. No words or tears could ever fill this loss, but I will always remember the love we shared and comfort we shared.

Earnest my heart is still full of heaviness in loosing such a great person and loving Brother. No words or tears could ever fill this loss, but I will always remember the love we shared.

Rest In Peace Uncle Earnest, you are truly missed. I'm still in disbelief, and this is a hard pill to swallow. I will always remember your big bright smile! Thanks for all you've done for everyone in our family.
Love Ashley and Jeremy Walton

Rest In Peace Uncle Earnest, you are truly missed. I'm still in disbelief, and this is a hard pill to swallow. I will always remember your big bright smile! Thanks for all you've done for everyone in our family.

You will always be in are prayers. We love you and you were always a good uncle. You are a kind and loving person. You are in a better place now . Thank you for everything you done for our family. Now you get to see your brother and father again. We will smile today because we are honoring you. This is not a good bye the is a see you later. You will forever be in are heart. ❤ Love- Rain and Skye Walton

Sending our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the entire Whatley Family. May God strengthen and keep you in the shadow of His wings. To our dear friend Carolyn; we love you and pray for God to continue to comfort your heart today and in the days ahead. Jerran & Kesia Cobb, Ellenwood,GA

Uncle Earnest, we are missing you terribly. You supported all of your nieces and nephews and was always there if we ever needed you. I'll miss your smiling face, your silly jokes and your presence at every family function. You've gone on to receive your reward, continuing resting in the arms of Jesus. Love you! ~ Niecy

To the Whatley and extended families, we pray that God gives you the strength that you need. May you always be reminded of the fun times that you had together. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Michael and Sharon Starks, Ellenwood, GA

Thank you for being the kind of uncle who always loved and supported every thing the family did. I'm going to miss you Unc, I'm going to miss seeing your smiling face. You were always in a good mood. Please know that we love you and miss you terribly. - Katrina Montgomery