John Elmer Whitener's obituary , Passed away on August 7, 2025 in Fredericktown, Missouri

John Elmer Whitener

December 9, 1945 - August 7, 2025 (79 years old)

Fredericktown, Missouri

John Elmer Whitener's obituary , Passed away on August 7, 2025 in Fredericktown, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Follis & Sons Funeral Home

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John Elmer Whitener

December 9, 1945 - August 7, 2025 (79 years old)

Fredericktown, Missouri

John Elmer Whitener Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Elmer Whitener in Fredericktown, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John Elmer left this world on August 7, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Elmer Whitener or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Whitener and Lena Whitener (Wray); his wife Janet Whitener; and his siblings, Harold, Freda, Lois and Alma Lee.

He is survived by: his sons, David John Whitener (Amy) of Kansas City, Jeffrey Scott Whitener of Fredericktown and Darren Christopher Whitener (Jessica) of Fredericktown; his grandchildren, Chelsi, Andrew, Zachary, Caden, Timothy, Kasen and Kolyer; and his great grandchildren, Noah, Laynee, Riley, Will, Dean and Piper.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Follis & Sons Funeral Home



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Aug 12

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Follis & Sons Chapel
700 Madison Plaza Dr, Fredericktown, MO 63645

Tue

Aug 12

Funeral service

Follis & Sons Chapel
700 Madison Plaza Dr, Fredericktown, MO 63645

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