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Danny R. Whitaker, age 74, of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Danny was born on December 13, 1949 to the late “Pete” Thurman Lee Whitaker and Velma Carrie Whitaker in Rockcastle County, Kentucky.
He was a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church. He was owner and operator of Whitaker Towing.
Danny was preceded in death by his parents, “Pete” Thurman Lee and Carrie Whitaker, brothers: Cecil Whitaker, Mickey Whitaker, Donnie “Butch” Whitaker, sisters: Hazel Whitaker and Jodi Hart.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife whom he married on September 20, 1968, Janet Faye Harrison Whitaker, sons: Scott Whitaker (Rosy) of Whitley City, Ky; Craig Whitaker (Tricia) of Somerset, Ky; brothers: Dale Whitaker of Science Hill, Ky; Steve Whitaker and George Whitaker both of Indianapolis, IN; sisters: Norma Price (Joe) Dahl, Ky; Janet Phelps (Wade) of Science Hill, Ky; Patty Ping (Denton) of Somerset, Ky; Tammy Glover (Kenny) of Nancy, Ky; brother in law, Doug Hart, brother and sister in law, Jerry and Stella Harrison, sister in law, Lisa Whitaker all of Somerset, Ky; grandchildren: Cole Whitaker, Clay Whitaker, Kaitlyn Whitaker, Ava Whitaker, Patrick Stephens and Caitlyn Whitaker; along with several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6pm in the Chapel of the Southern Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1pm at the funeral home with Bro. Kevin Bullock and Bro. Alan Fisher officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Southern Oaks Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Danny R. Whitaker.
So sorry to hear of Danny passing So many happy memories of growing up family reunion he was always one of the first to give a big hug 💕 Danny you will be missed but not forgotten 💕
Oh Danny! You beat me to the finish line. I will so miss you!! Love your friend, Brandi.
Janet we will pray for healing during your days ahead. Remember we did so many great things together as a community. The sleigh riding parties we had. The years of go cart racing. Going to the dirt tracks, drag races, fishing trips, card games and NASCAR races. The many days of hanging out in the garage listening and learning. Memories I will always cherish.
Thanks Michael, We’ve shared many great memories and long friendship. I am so thankful for all the blessings God has given us through the years, and the fun times we shared with friends like you.
Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. It was my pleasure getting to know Mr. Whitaker, he will always be my favorite patient!
Jeannie, you were always his favorite nurse and we both loved you. Thank you so much for being so kind and I know he delighted in pestering you.
You’ll always hold a special place in my heart because you were so sweet to him, much love Jan.
Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. It was my pleasure to get to know Mr. Whitaker and he will always be my favorite patient . Condolences to the family.
Janet and to all the Whitaker family. You have my deepest sympathy. Mr. Whitaker was always the same and had a smile for everyone. You have a beautiful family and I love everyone of them. Jesus will give each and every one of you all strength for this time in your life. Hugs and prayers. Amanda and Micah 🌹🙏
Amanda, thanks so much for your love and friendship over the years, you are a blessing to many. I’m kind of lost but I am assured Danny’s walking streets of gold and no longer sick.
To Aunt Jan and family, I send my most heart felt condolences. I was recently blessed to meet my wife Rhonda’s family for the first time and fell in love with the entire family, such a wonderful visit and so happy I was able to meet Uncle Danny.
Much Love
Dave Schweitzer
Jan. I am so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. I was going to come to the visitation on Thursday and went to the wrong funeral home. Would love to see you