Mr. Donald Eric Whitaker, 48, passed away on January 19th, 2025, at Rutherford Regional Medical Center in Rutherfordton, NC.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sandy Whitaker of twenty-five years, his father, Stanley Whitaker (Cindy), his mother, Connie Greene (Tommy), a sister, Elisha Vinnekamp (Chris), several step siblings, his father in-law Willard Greene, a nephew, CJ Allen, and his dog, Hank.
Born in Cleveland County, North Carolina on September 1st, 1976, Donald Eric Whitaker was preceded in death by his sister, Tabitha Whitaker, a sister in-law Tammy Greene, mother in-law, Verlinda Greene, and a nephew, Madison Whitaker.
Donald was a loving husband, son, and friend to many, he enjoyed playing guitar, singing, playing gospel songs, and listening to other gospel artists. Donald also loved classic country music. He also was a member at Level at the Cross Church in Forest City, NC.
A Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at 11:00AM, at Cleveland Funeral Services and Crematory Chapel, 2518 West Dixon Blvd Shelby, NC 28152, the family will receive friends on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at 10:00AM at Cleveland Funeral Services. A private burial will be held for the family at another date.
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A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. |
