Robert Whitmore Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Whitmore of Dalton, Georgia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 2, 2026 at the age of 70. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilburn Whitmore and Annie Mae Whitmore; his son Eric Whitmore; his grandson Grayden Whitmore; his father-in-law Haskell McNabb; his siblings-in-law, Larry Tallent, Mitchell Stevenson, Ernie Kersey and Connie Dunn; his nephew Shane Stevenson; his great-niece Tesa Lawrence; his cousin Linda Abercrombie; and his close friend Roger Johnston.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara Whitmore; his son Brian; his daughter-in-law Mary Anne Whitmore; his daughter Buffey; his son-in-law Jeff Higdon; his sisters, Betsy Tallent and Ruth Ann (Ricky Stover); his grandchildren, Bristeyn Durham (Gabe), Bryson Whitmore (Morgan), Blake Whitmore, Khenidi Pippin (Hunter Potter), Mason Whitmore (Lily), Landrhe Higdon and Dawson Whitmore; his great grandchildren, Amelia, Eli, Mary Grace Durham and Raleigh Whitmore; his mother-in-law Katheryn McNabb; his siblings-in-law, Sharon Kersey, Carol Stevenson and Gary Dunn; and his close friends, Jerry, Mary Wyatt, Tanya Johnston and Don Miller.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Saint Jude Children's Hospital or The Shriner's Hospital.
