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Elmer Whittington Obituary

Gary, at the age of 69, passed away on December 6, 2015. He was a long time resident of Baton Rouge, LA. He served in the United States Army, was a graduate of Southeastern LA University, and Istrouma High 1964. Survived by children Rusty, Damon, and Randall (Amanda) Whittington. 6 grandchildren Jordyn, Landen, Olivia, Isaac, Anna, Ian. Sister Kimberly Brown. Preceded in death by parents Robert Howell and Lexie Whittington. Visitation and services to be held at Rabenhorst East Funeral Home, 11000 Florida Boulevard, Saturday, December 12, 2015, with visitation 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and religious service at 12:00 pm. Interment following at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

Published by The Advocate from Dec. 10 to Dec. 12, 2015.
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Condolences to Gary's family. Little did I know that our 50th. Reunion would be the last time that I would see him. I never knew anyone who didn't like Gary. R.I.P., Gary

December 12, 2015

Gary was a good friend to us and we will fondly remember the good times we shared together! We still laugh thinking of the adventures we had on his houseboat. Needless to say, he will be missed! God Rest Your Soul, Gary!

Joyce & Jim Murphey

December 12, 2015

rest in peace Mr. Gary.

December 12, 2015

Gary, you will be greatly missed. Prayers for your family and friends.

Danielle Cherry

December 11, 2015

My prayers go out to Gary's family. He was my friend. I'm gonna miss old 'White Owl', rest in peace, my friend.

Allie McClure

December 11, 2015

Gary and I and a dozen or more friends grew up together in Legion Village near Hollywood school. Lots of good memories. My sincere condolences to Gary's family.

Dennis Alexander

December 11, 2015

My dear friend Gary; many years of memories, mutual friends, family and fun times is at peace now. Rusty, Damon and Randall, my thoughts are with you during this emotional time.

Donna Kertacy (Williams)

December 11, 2015

It is always so difficult to loose a family member. Prayers for you all, family. Gary you will be missed. Praying you are in God's Arms friend.

Kathy Wells

December 11, 2015

We are certainly gonna miss our ole buddy, Gary...Jimmy & Gary grew up together at Hollywood Elementary & IHS....then worked together at Ethyl Corporation....to his family we are so sorry for your Dad's passing & will forever cherish our Funtime memories with him...he had such a great personality & his smile & funny laugh will never b forgotten...Now...your pain is gone & no more worries..just wish you could have stayed a lil longer but God loved you more...May You Now Rest In Peace....your ole friends, Jimmy & Ann

Ann Borskey

December 10, 2015

We are certainly gonna miss our ole buddy, Gary...Jimmy & Gary grew up together at Hollywood Elementary & IHS....then worked together at Ethyl Corporation....to his family we are so sorry for your Dad's passing & will forever cherish our Funtime memories with him...he had such a great personality & his smile & funny laugh will never b forgotten...Now...your pain is gone & no more worries..just wish you could have stayed a lil longer but God loved you more...May You Now Rest In Peace....your ole friends, Jimmy & Ann

Ann Borskey

December 10, 2015

A great class mate and friend you will be missed by all. from the class of 64 ISTROUMA HIGH

IHS 1964

December 10, 2015

OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF GARY.GARY WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND PERSON.GOD BLESS YOU GARY

JOHNNY HONEY

December 10, 2015

May you rest in peace !

Steve Baily

December 10, 2015

Please accept my prayers and condolences in the passing of Gary . Gary and I go back to Hollywood Elementary School. Grace and Peace , Irwin .

Irwin Felps

December 10, 2015

My prayers are with the family at this sad time. Gary will surely be missed. He certainly had a lot of friends, including me! I will miss him. May he rest in peace!

Annie Ray

December 10, 2015

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