Thomas E. Whitney
April 3, 1938 ~ March 7, 2022
Thomas E. Whitney, 83, Mooresville, passed away March 7, 2022. Tom was born April 3, 1938, in Westmoreland, Tennessee, to the late Delbert and Virgie (Hopkins) Whitney. Tom married Emma June (Stagner) Whitney on May 11, 1963, and she survives.
He proudly served in the United States Army and worked for General Motors Truck & Bus for 39 years, retiring in 1997. Tom was a member of the Indianapolis Masonic Lodge #669 and the Scottish Rite. A quiet man, he enjoyed studying his Bible, mowing the grass, caring for his yard, and always enjoyed the outdoors. Tom was an avid reader, enjoyed history, and enjoyed making beautiful hand-crafted knives. Above all, he was strongly devoted to his family and will always be remembered for his quiet, unassuming manner, and his great stories. Tom’s memory will be forever cherished by a loving family and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, James L. Whitney, Virgil R. Whitney, and Delbert Whitney, Jr.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Emma (Stagner) Whitney; children, Michael R. (Lauren) King, Charlotte (Mark) Ferrill, and Patricia D. (Steve) Hodgson; sisters, Clara M. Smith and Mallie Virginia “Gin” (Kenneth) McDole; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeff) Allen, Brian (Taryn) King; Luke Ferrill, Carolyn Ferrill, Olivia (Logan) Brummitt, and John Ferrill; Breana June (Riley) Nungester and Elexis Smith; great grandchildren, Alarik, Jamison, Braiden, and Gavin; Chelsie (Christian) Nichols and Alyssa (Baylie) Allen; great great grandchildren, Kaydence, Brantley, Nova, and Lawson; former son-in-law, Brian W. Smith.
Visitation will be Sunday, March 13, 2022, 2 to 5 p.m., at the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Monday, March 14, 2022, at the funeral home. Entombment will be in Floral Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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We love you Mamaw.
Emma & family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending all of our love and prayers to yall. Big hugs XOXO, Alexis & Chase Clark
Praying for peace and strength. We love you Mamaw.
Well Papaw there are way too many memories to share. Growing up, you helped raise me, showed me patience, gentleness, and most of all unconditional love. You were always there to help guide me and protect me. You are a big part of who I am today. Over the years, life has got very hectic and busy. I wasn’t there as much as I should have been for you. But there is one thing for certain. I never stopped loving you ❤️ RIH Papaw
Tom use to come out and visit us at the senior center and have a cup of coffee with me, he was a good person with a great smile!
With heartfelt condolences, and gratitude for his service
My heart breaks for you all and I wish you comfort, peace, and strength in the coming days.
With heartfelt condolences, Brian Smith, Todd & Sherri Smith , Andy & Susan Lorimer
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Holding you close in our prayers during this difficult time. Wishing you the strength for the days ahead and memories to cherish forever.
Our hope for you is unshaken, for we know that as you share in our sufferings, you will also share in our comfort-2 Corinthians 1:7
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With loving memories of Tom. Big hugs to Emma, Trish, Steve and the family.