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Obituary For Mr. John Franklin Whitaker, Sr.
Mr. John Franklin Whitaker passed on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his residence in Lancaster, South Carolina. Mr. Whitaker was a son of the late Mr. John Whitaker, Jr. and the late Mrs. Lorraine Welch Whitaker. He was born January 30, 1955, in Monroe, North Carolina.
John enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his wife, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lorraine Welch Whitaker, Jr.; his son, John Whitaker, Jr; a grandbaby, La'Kias Whitaker; siblings, Charles, Margaret, Katherine, Nancy, Myrtis.
John leaves to cherish fond memories, his wife, Pamela Starnes Whitaker of the home; his daughters, Lori Ann Whitaker (Chris) of Davidson, North Carolina and Margie Whitaker (Jerome) of Lancaster, South Carolina; five grandchildren, Bethany, Emily, Alex, Kadaishia, Aryonna; four grandchildren, Atlas, Arely. Cecilia, Promise; his sister, Vickie Sanders (Tommy) of North Myrtle Beach; two sisters in laws, Brenda Knight and Linda Beckham both of Lancaster, South Carolina; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
The family is receiving friends at the home. Arrangements will be announced by Washington Funeral Home in Great Falls, South Carolina.
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Add A CondolenceFly high Johnny..may you rest in peace ..praying for Pam and family
There really aren't any word's. You've been a part of my life for so long. The adventures you let me tag along with when you came into our lives. I will love you forever 💓
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I'm so sorry for y'all's loss may God be with y'all throughout the days to come I'll keep y'all in my thoughts and prayers fly high (biscuit) until we meet again R.I.P
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Fishing on Springmaid Pier was the most fondest memory of you. I know you'll forever be fishing. Fly high John!
Fly High Uncle John... ALWAYS LOVED & FOREVER MISSED.... YOUR CHEVY
I am so sorry for your loss. Moma and I will be praying for you and your family. He was like an uncle to me and brothers when we were younger. ❤️
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