John Allen “Jack” Whitaker 78, died on February 13, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Born March 11, 1944 in Anderson, Missouri, John was the son of George and Nellie (Stout) Whitaker.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his siblings George Whitaker, Jr., June Ehr, Dan Whitaker, Sue Hammer and Laura Higgenbotham.
Jack is survived by his children Melanie Brown of Baxter Springs, Trudy Stroup and husband Keith of Joplin, Missouri; Cy Whitaker and wife Alicia of Seymour, Texas, and Darlene Whitaker; two grandsons Daniel Vanhorn and Mason Brown; siblings Ella Dyer, Jim Whitaker, Bill Whitaker, and Lee McNutt; as well as numerous nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved also survive.
“Jack” was a truck driver by trade for 40 years, but his family thought he should have been a comedian because he was always telling jokes. He was the family clown. He was a kind hearted man who would give you the shirt off his back. He never forgot a birthday or holiday He was strong willed and never wanted to burden anyone. He really loved to work and watch old Western movies and could tell you all the actors, their spouses, their hobbies. He also loved old Country and Western music, like Hank Williams Sr. Jack did like things a certain way. He had sort of a uniform: he always wore overalls, plaid shirt and a bandana. He was loved by his family and friends and will be truly missed.
Funeral services were held Friday, February 17 at Sunset Cemetery with John Morris, Jr., officiating.
Arrangements and services were entrusted to Scott-Morris Funeral home