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Eva Mae Whitener Murray

01/10/1939 - 04/09/2025

Obituary For Eva Mae Whitener Murray

MRS. EVA MAE WHITENER MURRAY – Age 86, of Rome, GA passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025. She was born January 10, 1939 in Chatsworth, GA to her late parents, Ralph Whitener, Sr. and Henrietta Wofford Whitener. Eva graduated from Emory Street School and Batty State Hospital in Rome, GA where she trained and obtained her LPN. She worked for the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in Indianapolis, IN, Floyd Medical Center, and retired from Redmond Hospital after 43 years. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Above all, Eva was known as a caregiving to the local community. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Betty Gene Whitener, Benjamin Whitener, Robbie Sue Cobb, Ralph Whitener, Jr., and Patricia Hall; nephews, Marion “Bug” Cobb, Jamie Murray, and Samuel O’Neal; and nieces, Robin Cobb and Jacqueline Allen.

Eva is survived by daughter; Elaine Roberts; grandchildren, Mimi Roberts and Anthony Phillips; great grandchild, Taliyah Powell; siblings, Elosie Griffin, Ernestine Allen, Myra Murray, Mike (Sharon) Whitener, Steve Whitener, Timothy Whitener, and Tim Whitener; aunt, Geneovlyn Johnson; special friends, Joann Austin of Columbus, OH, Dwight Austin of Jacksonville, FL, Vett Palmer of Columbus, OH, Regina Jones, Cindy Garrett, Starla Wadell, and Mitch Roberts all of Rome, GA, ; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Homegoing Celebration will be Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 2014 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Dalton, GA 30721, with Pastor Edward Hoggs, Eulogist and Rev. Dr. Jerry D. Jones, Officiant. Her remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Tuesday from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour. Interment; Center Valley Cemetery, Chatsworth, GA. Arrangements entrusted to Wills Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.

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We were truly heartbroken to hear about Eva. Please know that we are holding you close in our hearts and thoughts. She was such a beautiful soul, and we know how much she meant to you - and all of us. Her warmth, laughter and light will never be forgotten. May God provide you comfort during the days ahead. Hugs

Joan Austin & Family

Sending our sincerest condolences to the Whitener Family at this time of bereavement. We Love You All. Sincerely, Bobby and Monica Calhoun

Monica and Bobby Calhoun, Jr.

my condolences to the family. love and prayers april dozier kinney

april kinney

Prayers and Condolences to the family.

Marcus A. Wells & Family

I worked with "Murray" at Redmond. I loved working with her. She was a very caring and nice person. I haven't seen her in years, but I've never forgotten her. She was kind to everyone and everyone loved her.

Terri Aaron

My Family and I are truly sorry to hear of Eva's passing. My sister and I worked with her at Redmond and she was the sweetest lady. She will be truly missed by everyone that knew and loved het.

Mary Turner& Family

I remember Murray when I got my first job at Redmond.we immediately became friends.she was one of the kindest people I have ever met..she will truly be missed by so many people..rest on sweet lady..see you on the other side...

Cecelia Abbott

With Deepest Sympathy May there be comfort knowing friends are here for you and they share in your sorrow. Patsy McDade and Kay Frances Moody family

Patsy McDade

Our prayers goes out to families at this sad time of life. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist church family and friends.

Patsy McDade

I met "Murray" when I went to work on 3rd Floor at Redmond in January,1981. She was one of the sweetest people I have ever met and such a good, caring nurse. Everybody loved her and she loved everybody. She never seemed to get tired. She just pitched right in if you needed help. The last time I saw her was about 2 months ago and she still had that beautiful smile. I pray that God will keep His big loving arms around each of her family members and friends and grant the peace that only He can give. We will miss you, Murray, but you are taking your much deserved rest. Fly high sweet lady. 🙏🏾🌹🙏🏾🪽🙏🏾

Cheney R Aycock

LORD JESUS ... Please Keep Us Near The CROSS!!! The Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family extend our HEARTFELT LOVE, PRAYERS, COMFORT and DEEPEST CONDOLENCES to the extended Whitener Murry Family, Friends, and Associates during this most difficult season. Please know that our PRAYERS are with you and that your abiding Love, Faith and Trust in GOD will comfort, and strengthen you during your time of Bereavement. Gone... But Never, Never Forgotten... RIH, Morher Eva Mae Whitener Murray. In all things, let us look unto Our FATHER which Art in Heaven who gracefully grants His Holy Divine Love, Peace, Comfort, and Understanding during times like this. THE LORD IS OUR SHEPHERD, Pastor Louise Young Harris; Reverend Dr. Terry Owens and the Queen Chapel Independent Methodist Church Family, Kingston, GA

Queen Chapel Methodist Church

Ye know not theeee day nor hour when the SON of MAN shall appear HE appeared to her a few days ago to take her hand and led her home to receive her reward of eternal life The joy is ours because she was ready The question is are you ready If not today is good bye unless you follow her lead and accept CHRIST as LORD and SAVIOR She's done with the troubles of this world and gone on to rest a little while Ain't it sweet just to know that one day we will meet again Thinking of and praying for your strength at this time Sending love and prayers

Marvin L Henderson

My prayers and condolences to the family

Vanessa Taylor-Perry

Words fall short of expressing our condolences but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging time. Savage & Fields Family

Shelva Savage

Murray is one of the most precious and special people. We have know each other since 1976. She was caring and a hard worker to everyone. She loved God and enjoyed telling people about Him. I loved her so much. My prayers are with you Lane and Meme.

Colleen Wade

Mike and the entire Whitener family are in my prayers. Eva, was such a wonderful person. I loved being around her the times that I was in her presence. My prayers are that God will wrap you all in His loving arms.................Linda Cofield

LINDA COFIELD

One of my most favorite 1st cousins rest on Eva rest on.you will definitely be missed cousin .

Teresa Wofford cochran

Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver

Velina Weaver

Mrs Murray and I have been friends since 1973 when I started working at Redmond. She was the sweetest and most caring nurse and knew how a nurse was supposed to be. All of her patients loved her and everyone that worked with her adored her. We had the best of times working and some great times outside of work. There will never be another like her the world just doesn't have nurses like her anymore. I will forever be grateful and thankful that God blessed me with her friendship and love.

Yvonne Johnson

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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