of Greenbrier, AR
December 10, 1921 - May 16, 2015
Gwendolyn Carter Whitaker, 93, of Greenbrier passed away on May 16, 2015. She was born on December 10, 1921 in the Pleasant Valley community to the late William and Pauline Carter. Gwen was a retired home maker and piano tuner for Baldwin Piano. She was also a member of Needs Creek Baptist Church in Greenbrier where she served as the pianist for over fifty years.
Gwen was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ellis ''Fat'' Whitaker. She is survived by her son, Ricky Ellis Whitaker (Vivian); grandchildren Rick Bradley Whitaker, Cathy Hayes (Jason); great-grandchildren; Kylie Gwen and Kason Hayes; sister, Reta Hoshaw; and numerous other family and friends.
Funeral Services will take place at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier on Tuesday, May 19, at 2:00pm with burial to follow at Needs Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8pm on Monday evening at the funeral home.
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Rick and Vivian, I'm so sorry for loss. Whenever I would visit my mom, I would stop in and talk with her. She was always so sweet, a fine Christian lady and such a joy to talk with and remember times past. She will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathy, Woody and Margie Parker
Sorry about your mom we did not here about it until Wednesday. She was a wonderful christian woman . Love Joel and Carol Kircher
I am thinking about you. Praying for you.
Rick I am so saddened to hear this. Miss Gwen was always very kind to me. I do understand this loss. Ill be thinking about and praying for you!!
Rick,
Wish I could be there today to say goodbye, but Jess' graduation last night and on Friday prevent any travel this week.. I loved Aunt Gwen so much. I will miss her every day, but I also know that it will not be long before I see her again and we will all rejoice in the presence of our Lord. I will remember you and your family in my prayers.
Rick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you say a final farewell to your mom. I really enjoyed watching the video of your mom, it brought back a lot of memories of our trips to AR. Your mom led a full life and she will truly be missed.
Your cousin,
Janey Purcell
I am sorry for your loss. I am a good friend to the Bivens' kids and had a chance to meet and see Gwen on several occasions. I thought she was pretty and she was as nice as Reta and Alta. Special lady and I know you will miss her.
Cathy and family,
My heart just breaks for all of you. Mrs. Gwen was a joy to be around. I loved hearing her tell stories. There is truly a hole in our hearts at GNRC, it will not be the same without our Gwen! My thoughts and prayers and heart go out to all of you. May you find peace and comfort!
Jaime Cheney
CNA at GNRC (and friend)
To all of Mrs. Gwen's families, your Mom was a treasure here on earth and we are sure she is shining even more brighter in Heaven. Prayers for all of you. Comfort in knowing she is tuning pianos in Beulah Land!
Rick I am so very sorry for your loss, no matter their age, you are never ready to tell your parents goodbye. She is now walking the streets of Gold with her Heavenly Father, what a glorious thought! Our comfort is knowing we will see our loved ones again. Your friends are here for you! God Bless!
Rick & Vivian- You are in our prayers. Mrs Gwen was such a sweet, sweet lady & a fine Christian example for us all!
Her dear sweet spirit was a blessing. Ron enjoyed Sunday afternoons with the Whitakers when he was a college student.At church, we enjoyed working with her in the music ministry. God bless you all in your loss
Our sympathy to you Rick and the whole family on the loss of your mom. May you find peace knowing she is walking streets of gold
I always enjoyed time spent with 's Gwen. I am proud she called me her second son. I love you all and will keep you all in my prayers.
Your smile lights up Heaven now like it did for all who knew and loved you. Rest in Peace sweet lady..
So very sorry for your loss Rick... i'll be thinking about you and sending up prayers for the whole family.
Dear Mr.Rick and Family..So sorry to hear about your mom..We know she is in a far better place now but we know she will be missed by all that knew her. Your mom raised a good son.Praying for you all to have comfort and peace in the days ahead...