James "Jimmy" Romie Whitaker

James "Jimmy" Romie Whitaker, 81 of White Plains passed away Sunday, May 8, 2022, at his home.  Born October 8, 1940, to the late Romie and Nelly (Duall) Whitaker.  He wore many hats over the years to earn a living for his family, welder for Cimarron Coal, owner/operator selling truck parts and pool installer are a few.  He was proud of his family and loved having them nearby.

Preceded in death by his wife, Gail (Webster) Whitaker; grandson, Dylan Whitaker; and sisters, Mary Blades, Mildred Rickard, Margaret Wells and Dorothy Rose.

Survived by his children, Darin (Anna Kaye) Whitaker of White Plains and Debbie (Johnny) Pryor of White Plains; grandchildren, Jacob (Brittney) Whitaker and Amanda (James) Crunk; great-grandson, Andrew Crunk; and brothers, Bill (Carolyn) Whitaker and Kenneth "Buddy" (Martha) Whitaker.

Graveside service will be held Thursday at 1:00pm at Concord Cemetery in White Plains with Bro. Jimmy Watkins officiating.  Visitation will begin at 12:30pm at graveside.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Wyatt Whitaker Athletic Scholarship Foundation.

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