MADISONVILLE – Ralph B. Whitaker, 85, of Madisonville, died Sunday, May 12, 2013 at 4:10PM at Western Kentucky Veterans Center in Hanson. Mr. Whitaker was born July 20, 1927 in Downs, Illinois. He was a retired welder, farmer, and coal miner, and was a member of Souls Harbor Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran,Continue Reading
Don aka."Cincinnati"
left a message on March 1, 2014:
I'm very grateful to have met Ralph, he was a one of a kind person and certainly special to me and in my heart. He seemed to never grow tire of questions, he was one of those special people that leaves a lasting mark on one’s life, and I'm proud to have known him. I certainly learn a lot in the short time we had together. Ralph love his fishing and working with his hands. I reckon he built everything he owned. Ralph had a great sense of humor as well. This saddens me but I will always have fond memories of this great and wonderful man. The measure of a life well-lived shall not be measured by the money one has or their priceless possessions which they've accumulated, but rather it can be found through the lives they have touched. If the outpouring of sympathy on the loss of this wonderful man is any indication, you can proudly and confidently say his life was full and well-lived. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all that knew and loved him. In deepest sympathy, Don Maupin
Donna Anderson Eaves
left a message on May 18, 2013:
I just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with Ralph's family, my family has known him for years, Mr brother Wayne Anderson ,always spoke so highly of his friend Ralph Whitaker. May he rest in peace and his memories be a blessing to friends and family when they recall the special times spend together. This was truly one great man.
patti jones
left a message on May 16, 2013:
im so sorry kathy to hear about your dad he in good place now no more pain you see him some day our prayer and thought are with you at this time love you kathy patti jones
Janet Schumacher Marshall
left a message on May 15, 2013:
My favorite Uncle and Dolls favorite brother will be very missed. Wish we could be with you.
Karen waugaman
left a message on May 15, 2013:
He was such a big part of our family and we sure will miss him.That face reminds me so much of Glen Whitaker his smile too he will be missed by so many
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ricky and Patty Belle
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Bobby, Maggie, Jason, Jordan, and Travis Kitchens, So sorry to hear of your Dads' and Papas' passing. You're in our thoughts and prayers. We love your family. Ricky and Patty Belle
Renae Huck, NASR @ WKVC
left a message on May 14, 2013:
My memory of Ralph will always be his wonderful smile and his love for everyone and the day I walked in his room and he looked at me a pointed to me and said "That's my baby". I loved being around him and caring for him. What I do is not just a job, it is much more to me and Ralph knew that. What a wonderful man he was.
Rebecca (Huckleberry) Rowland
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Sending my condolences to all the family of sweet Ralphie Whitaker. He used to bug the snot outta me when I worked at MidTown. Couldnt ask for a kinder soul.
Darlene Sallee Robinson
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Kathy and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Having lost my dad, I know your hearts are so heavy right now. I pray that the loving support of friends and family hold you up as you mourn now and in the coming days and also that the Lord will be especially close wrapping you in His arms so you feel the peace that only He can give. I am thankful for your Dad's service to our country, we are all so blessed because of our Veterans who served so long ago. Dear Soldier, well done thou good and faithful servant!
Randy Davis
left a message on May 14, 2013:
I work for Geary bros.Ralph used to come by the mill all the time great man. Sorry for your loss.
Carrie Wicks
left a message on May 14, 2013:
He will be sadly missed.
alln adcock
left a message on May 14, 2013:
kathy so sorry to hear about mr. ralph you know how i felt about you all he was always so nice to me always had to joke with me anywhere he saw me he say what you doing you big dummy so sorry, kathys clown old dummy al.
Mandy Simmons
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Amber (Noffsinger) Tuttle & family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this difficult time.
DamonLindaDillingham
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Amber, Brandon, & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Don aka."Cincinnati"
left a message on March 1, 2014:
I'm very grateful to have met Ralph, he was a one of a kind person and certainly special to me and in my heart. He seemed to never grow tire of questions, he was one of those special people that leaves a lasting mark on one’s life, and I'm proud to have known him. I certainly learn a lot in the short time we had together. Ralph love his fishing and working with his hands. I reckon he built everything he owned. Ralph had a great sense of humor as well. This saddens me but I will always have fond memories of this great and wonderful man. The measure of a life well-lived shall not be measured by the money one has or their priceless possessions which they've accumulated, but rather it can be found through the lives they have touched. If the outpouring of sympathy on the loss of this wonderful man is any indication, you can proudly and confidently say his life was full and well-lived. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all that knew and loved him. In deepest sympathy, Don Maupin
Donna Anderson Eaves
left a message on May 18, 2013:
I just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with Ralph's family, my family has known him for years, Mr brother Wayne Anderson ,always spoke so highly of his friend Ralph Whitaker. May he rest in peace and his memories be a blessing to friends and family when they recall the special times spend together. This was truly one great man.
patti jones
left a message on May 16, 2013:
im so sorry kathy to hear about your dad he in good place now no more pain you see him some day our prayer and thought are with you at this time love you kathy patti jones
Janet Schumacher Marshall
left a message on May 15, 2013:
My favorite Uncle and Dolls favorite brother will be very missed. Wish we could be with you.
Karen waugaman
left a message on May 15, 2013:
He was such a big part of our family and we sure will miss him.That face reminds me so much of Glen Whitaker his smile too he will be missed by so many
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ricky and Patty Belle
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Bobby, Maggie, Jason, Jordan, and Travis Kitchens, So sorry to hear of your Dads' and Papas' passing. You're in our thoughts and prayers. We love your family. Ricky and Patty Belle
Renae Huck, NASR @ WKVC
left a message on May 14, 2013:
My memory of Ralph will always be his wonderful smile and his love for everyone and the day I walked in his room and he looked at me a pointed to me and said "That's my baby". I loved being around him and caring for him. What I do is not just a job, it is much more to me and Ralph knew that. What a wonderful man he was.
Rebecca (Huckleberry) Rowland
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Sending my condolences to all the family of sweet Ralphie Whitaker. He used to bug the snot outta me when I worked at MidTown. Couldnt ask for a kinder soul.
Darlene Sallee Robinson
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Kathy and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Having lost my dad, I know your hearts are so heavy right now. I pray that the loving support of friends and family hold you up as you mourn now and in the coming days and also that the Lord will be especially close wrapping you in His arms so you feel the peace that only He can give. I am thankful for your Dad's service to our country, we are all so blessed because of our Veterans who served so long ago. Dear Soldier, well done thou good and faithful servant!
Randy Davis
left a message on May 14, 2013:
I work for Geary bros.Ralph used to come by the mill all the time great man. Sorry for your loss.
Carrie Wicks
left a message on May 14, 2013:
He will be sadly missed.
alln adcock
left a message on May 14, 2013:
kathy so sorry to hear about mr. ralph you know how i felt about you all he was always so nice to me always had to joke with me anywhere he saw me he say what you doing you big dummy so sorry, kathys clown old dummy al.
Mandy Simmons
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Amber (Noffsinger) Tuttle & family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this difficult time.
DamonLindaDillingham
left a message on May 14, 2013:
Amber, Brandon, & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.