David Eugene Whitener age 66, August 4, 1955 to January 10, 2022 Festus, MO, formerly of Bryan, TX. At rest after fighting a long hard battle with colon cancer. He was a 1973 graduate of Windsor High School and a 1977 graduate of Henderson State University. David was the son of the late Arthur Eugene and Mildred (nee: Skaggs) Whitener. He played college football and was a member of Phi Lambda Chi Fraternity at HSU. David was an Agent for Century 21 while in Texas prior to his illness. He was an avid golfer and played every chance he could. He had 4 hole-in-ones.
David is survived by: his wife Debbie (Hunter) Whitener, a daughter Halee LaDart and fiance (Morgan) of Louisiana, a sister: Deena (Billy) Truka of Imperial, MO, two step children: Aubree (Mike) Birkenmeier and Bill Oster (Kayelah) and grandson Brayden LaDart of Louisiana. Many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded by his parents, brothers: Darrell and Doug Whitener
David will be missed by many on and off the golf course. He asked that those who wish, wear golf attire to the funeral service as we send him off with his putter to the greens in the heavens.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Shriner’s Hospitals. Please get screened for colon cancer and follow the doctor’s recommendations. Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road Sunday, January 16, 4 to 7 pm. Funeral service Monday 10 am. Then meet for interment Mt. Pisgah Cemetery Fredricktown, MO 12:30 pm.
My heart grieves at the loss of my dear friend. I know he is in a better place now and no longer suffering.
Praying for God’s strength for all the family as they go through this difficult time.
Sending many prayers of comfort to the entire Whitener family. David will be greatly missed. May everyone find some comfort in the near future. With sending virtual hugs and many tears. David fought the long hard fight just like would have on the football field.
David was such a kind man and always very professional. He had a great sense of humor and liked laughing at himself. I enjoyed working with him over the years at City Bank and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
You will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. May they find comfort in knowing you are out of pain and we will all meet again. You made an impression on everyone you met. Always smiling and laughing. We will miss your hugs and friendship.
Love you brother.
We were colleagues of David’s at Century 21 in College Station, TX. He was a very kind, good-hearted man and we are so sorry for his suffering and his loss. God bless you all.
We have known David for years as our trusted real estate agent and friend. David was a wonderful person and we will miss him. Our sincere condolences to his entire family.