[69] Michael Smith of AllMusic described the album as "one of Whitlock's most intriguing creations yet" and a "fine set from a musician we haven't heard enough from in recent years". Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. He hunted feral chickens during the war years because his family was poor and Mama could fix chicken with the biscuits they usually had. It is yours to carry into the future. Please visit www.spotswoodfh.com for further details and to leave a message of condolence for the family. It is not only fitting but his choice that he be laid to rest in this place, not Arlington where he earned his place so many years ago. I remember him saying over and over again that NASA had go fever and killed them because they were reckless. [8] Whitlock recalls that he was performing at a club with the Counts when the Bramletts invited him to join a soul-revue band they were forming in Los Angeles. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Masonic and Eastern Star Home, 700 S. Holden Road, Greensboro, NC 27407. Bobby Whitlock, 57, of Breckenridge, MN, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022, at Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville, MN. Ways to honor Robert Whitlock's life and legacy. He will be dearly missed and forever loved. var today = new Date() Whitlock recorded four solo albums during the 1970s, among them Bobby Whitlock and Raw Velvet, and contributed to albums by Clapton, Dr John and the Rolling Stones. He said, God kept knocking and I realized I had a second chance as a teacher. I remember a summer in my Uncle Roscoes mothers basement in Boone, North Carolina while my Dad got a masters degree in education. Robert Bobby Whitlock, age 79 of Memphis, passed away Friday, July 8, 2022 in his home. The funeral service will be held at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN on Friday, July 15th, 2022 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Here's how. When he wasnt at the job site, Bobby applied his master craftsman skillset to home improvement projects. var year = today.getFullYear() Memorial contributions to Sunny Meadows Safe Haven-Pets at 4066 New Getwell Road, Memphis, TN 38118. Burial will follow at Biloxi National Cemetery where he will receive military honors. Each owed the other his life. Twice in his career he chose to take a big pay and prestige cut to follow his calling to serve people in Gods name. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Interment will follow in Shaw Cemetery.<br>Bobby was born in Greenville, MS, on September 9, 1989, to Bobby Whitlock, Jr. and Donna Palmer Cooper. I once asked him why his masters degrees were in physics and math instead of engineering and he answered, we didnt have guidance counselors then. That was the beginning of the end [Still], on our worst night we were the best band on the planet. Get an email notification whenever someone signs the guestbook. He is survived by his wife, Martha Whitlock of Greensboro; son, Roger Whitlock of Houston, TX; granddaughters, Molly and Meg Whitlock; and sisters, Ellaree Elrod and Jean Campbell. One of the interns was heartbroken as her time here came to an end because she was so inspired by his stories of growing up in a small town in the mountains in the thirties, his grandmother that was a Cherokee healer, and in the space program and never got to hear more. [31] Whitlock has described the latter sessions as "spectacular in every way". [56] Among its tracks, "Where There's a Will" was a WhitlockBonnie Bramlett collaboration that had featured in Delaney & Bonnie's live shows in 196970,[57] and "A Day Without Jesus" was co-written by Whitlock and Don Nix. [9][10], Whitlock contributed on keyboards and vocals to two Delaney & Bonnie albums in 1969, Home and Accept No Substitute. 7, 2005. Interment will follow in Shaw Cemetery.<br>Bobby was born in Greenville, MS, on September 9, 1989, to Bobby Whitlock, Jr. and Donna Palmer Cooper. Born August 23, 1945 in Toccoa, he was a son of the late David and Anne Jarrett Stancil. He saw the writing on the wall and knew once we beat the Russians the space program was over. Bobby Whitlock, My Dad It was different in those days, boys were taught to shoot and he could hit a chicken with a 41-caliber pistol bullet fired from his 4-10 shotgun. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. How much did it cost? I remember his saying a girl in his class told him she did not need to learn math because all she had to do was get pregnant and she would get welfare. He was baptized at West Fraser Baptist Church in Memphis, TN, where he was a member. GA 30577 GREENSBORO Bobby Winfred Whitlock, 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. He worked for many years in agriculture and construction. In his autobiography, Elton John said, "They were phenomenal. Celebration of Life services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2018, at Ray Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby was a daredevil and adrenaline junkie and enjoyed anything with an engine; you could often find him at demolition derbies or trying to perform his own stunts. [71] Music critic Bruce Eder praised the album, writing: "The classic pieces [from Layla] hold up magnificently [H]ere, acoustic guitar and piano are more than sufficient accompaniment and, indeed, coupled with Whitlock's powerful singing and range, make a strong case for these being the definitive versions. Bobby was married to Donna Hernandez in 2015 at Nerstrand, MN, and the two were blessed with two children, Courtney and Chelsea. Care of our father is entrusted only to the professionalism of MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME. Bobby loved going for drives and traveling, especially to Idaho. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Bobby Whitlock. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 400,000 families a year. Mark Kelly officiating. It is the missile our troops deploy as their iron dome today in 2019. He told me later that he had been called to be a minister and since he took a different path and went to war, he had failed his calling. [4], Between 1965 and 1968, Whitlock performed regularly in the Memphis area, playing organ with local soul band the Short Cuts before forming the Counts. [11], In his autobiography, Whitlock states that their arrival in London changed the dynamics within the band, as the Bramletts now considered themselves "big stars" and the ones solely responsible for the new-found success. [3] His first contribution to a recording was in 1967, when he supplied handclaps on Sam & Dave's single "I Thank You". By 1950 he found himself in Baptist Seminary but his country was once again enthralled in war. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. The scars from that terrible hand to hand combat never left him. His surviving sisters are Louise Gibbel of Harrisburg, PA; Margaret Smedley of Harrisburg, PA; Daisy King of Kansas City, MO; and Mary Eason of Martin, TN. In a time when not many people had cars, it was a long way to the next town, and there were not enough ministers for all the small-town churches. His brothers Ken and Troy Whitlock and sisters, Mary McGee, Sue Stines and Etrulia Lindsay preceded him in death. Bobby Whitlock 41. His best friend in that horrible war was a black man from Bath, North Carolina. They shared the joy of her three children, Jeff Stortz of Robertsdale, AL; Johnathan Stortz of St. Charles, AR; and Jennifer Johnson of Mobile, AL and seven grandchildren. Delivered right as the newspaper goes to print on Tuesdays. Saddleback Church doubles down on support for female pastors, Tigers football announce home-and-home series with Southern Miss. Obituary Bobby Whitlock, 57, of Breckenridge, MN, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022, at Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville, MN. In his passing he also leaves behind a long time companion of nine years, Rose Stortz of Hattiesburg, MS. In his personal life, Bobbys qualities were reflective of the finest craftsman-he was original, innovative, organized, dedicated and consistent. Published by Home News Tribune from Apr. He was born in Hickman, KY on July 29, 1936. In the end he was blessed with the peace of a man that has lived his life with God by his side and the Holy Spirit in his heart. Bobby Joe Whitlock was born on November 24, 1964, to Harvey and Louis (Buckfaster) Whitlock in Moses Lake, WA. He said, I left the space program and went into the classroom to work with children. Little did he know it was probably the other way around more often than not. He was immediately smitten and my Uncle Roscoe introduced Dad to his wifes sister, my mother. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google [54] In 2015, Bobby Whitlock and Coco Carmel's "The Just Us Tour 2015" visited the eastern and mid-western United States, using guest guitarists in each city. He was born on October 28, 1934, to the late Robert and Ruth Lisle Whitlock of Ropesville, Texas.. My deepest apologies to the entire music world. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. I lost a friend and my biggest client because I already knew my answer before he finished his thought. He brought honor here and here it shall rest as he goes on ahead of me and the rest of us to his reward. Bobby Whitlock, 57, of Breckenridge, MN, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022, at Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville, MN. Visitation will be held at Brookside Funeral Home on Thursday, January 22, 2004 from 6-8PM.. . Southern fried blues rock at its best. Anti-LGBTQ legislation backlash boils over at Gov. [7], Seeking to start a new band, Whitlock and Clapton reunited with Radle and Gordon at a session for P.P. (706) 886-3077 A school board member came to our house for dinner. person will not be tolerated. They had the contract for the third stage and it was ready to fly but Boeing had been unable to deliver the first and second stages. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. He is best known as a member of the blues-rock band Derek and the Dominos, with Eric Clapton, in 1970-71. He grew up in Underwood, MN, where he spent as much time as he could fishing. (706) 886-9411 In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. "[71], Whitlock and Carmel moved to Austin, Texas in 2006. He is survived by his wife, Donna Whitlock; his children, Adam Whitlock, David Whitlock, Courtney Whitlock, and Chelsea Whitlock; his siblings, Art Whitlock and Sandy Phelps; his cousins, Mel (Lee) Vancleef, Mike Rensvold, and Shayla Rensvold; his brother-in-law, Matt Myers; his sister-in-law, Michelle Kern; his mother-in-law, Loretta (Doug Eul) Myers; and many other family members and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Louis Whitlock; and his sister, Sherry Whitlock. [21] Through Harrison, Whitlock and the band then played at John Lennon's "Peace for Christmas" concert, held at the Lyceum Ballroom in London on December 15, 1969. Sign up for service and obituary updates. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Terry Lewis Whitlock, 68, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 in Cozumel, Mexico. His decades long legacy was summed up as wed be a shell of ourselves had he not thrown in with us. [18] Along with all the other members of Delaney & Bonnie,[15] Whitlock flew to England in November 1969 to prepare for a highly publicized European tour,[7] financed by Clapton. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. He is also ranked in the richest person list from United States. You have permission to edit this article. [1] In addition, Whitlock helped Clapton finish "Bell Bottom Blues", although he was not initially credited as a co-writer on that song. The credentials are impressive for this husky voiced pianist. He was born at the height of the Great Depression. He was working on a rocket to shoot down enemy Inter Continental Ballistic Missiles that we feared were carrying nuclear warheads. See All Share Email About BORN July 29, 1931 DIED October 2, 2019 Obituary Bob was born on July 29, 1931. Be Truthful. In an article for Mojo magazine in May 2011, music journalist Phil Sutcliffe described Whitlock as having been born in Memphis and learning to play the Hammond organ "peering over Booker T's shoulder at Stax studios". [66] Rock Your Sox Off followed in 1976, opening with a new recording of "Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad? [16][17] Clapton later described Whitlock as "without doubt the most energetic sideman I had ever seen". A private memorial service will be held at a later date. racist or sexually-oriented language. He is survived by his wife, Donna Whitlock; his children, Adam Whitlock, David Whitlock, Courtney Whitlock, and Chelsea Whitlock; his siblings, Art Whitlock and Sandy Phelps; his cousins, Mel (Lee) Vancleef, Mike Rensvold, and Shayla Rensvold; his brother-in-law, Matt Myers; his sister-in-law, Michelle Kern; his mother-in-law, Loretta (Doug Eul) Myers; and many other family members and loved ones. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. He was at peace anytime he could be outside and in nature, and spent much of his time hunting, fishing and growing plants. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. They lived in Idaho for a short while until moving to Faribault, MN, in 2014, and finally settling in Breckenridge in 2018. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. One thing he accomplished that was not popular or very easy in 1952, that he was very proud of, and that helped shape his life and mine was that as a combat engineer he was one of the very first men involved it integration of American combat units. What he loved the most, however, was spending as much time with his family as he could, especially his two children. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Bobby Joe Sellers, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. April 1, 1943 - July 8, 2022 IN THE CARE OF Family Funeral Care Robert "Bobby" Whitlock, age 79 of Memphis, passed away Friday, July 8, 2022 in his home. Bobby was born in Cateechee, SC to the late Reverend William and Flora Aiken Whitlock. They lived in Idaho for a short while until moving to Faribault, Minnesota, in 2014, and finally settling in Breckenridge in 2018. Almost two decades latter I was the one that was asked the same question. ", "Keep on Growing" and "Thorn Tree in the Garden". From the side of the stage, I took mental notes of their performance it was their keyboard player Bobby Whitlock that I watched like a hawk. Funeral services will begin at 12 Noon, Friday, April 30th with a Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, Spotswood. While Bobby Whitlock is best known for his work as a band member or side musician, he has done some fine solo work as well. The family will receive friends at the mortuary from 6pm 8pm, Saturday, November 6, 2021. Bobby was also known for his abstract sense of humor and served up with his beverage of choice via his beloved Styrofoam cup. He recruited the student by telling him he knew the student was a leader and he not only a teacher, but an outsider and he needed the students help. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. He then withdrew from music until releasing It's About Time in 1999. The world is a greater place because of this warrior for civil rights, this rocket pioneer, and this Christian soldier. Strangers have stopped me since I came here last Thanksgiving to tell me how special he was to them, something he did, or how he inspired them. Make a life-giving gesture Born June 16, 1948 in Stephens County, he was a son of the late Charlie Fulton and Georgia Payne Sellers. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Whitlock's second solo album, also on ABC-Dunhill Records, was Raw Velvet, released in November 1972. [76] His subsequent releases with Carmel include Esoteric (2012) and another live album, Carnival: Live in Austin (2013). After dinner, when the little kid was supposed to be out of earshot, I heard the schoolboard member tell my Dad it was time he joined the Ku Klux Klan. Georgia 30577, (706) 886-9411 He also found great purpose in caring for his rescued poodles, Arthur, Nellie and Jake. His association with Delaney & Bonnie bandmate Clapton led to Whitlock's participation in sessions for George Harrison's 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass, in London, and the formation of Derek and the Dominos that year. Bobby Whitlock, 57, of Breckenridge, Minnesota, passed away Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, at Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville, Minnesota. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, May 3, 2018, at Ray Funeral Home. He was one of six siblings. He rose to be assistant superintendent then stepped down and moved to another town as a teacher again. He was born on May 5, 1947 to JD and. Ways to honor Bobby Whitlock's life and legacy. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. Three men, including my Daddy, answered, yes, off the shelf. Natalee Sellers, Steve Hunt, John Sellers, William Parker, Jody Ausborn, and Buddy Ausborn will serve as pallbearers. He owned and operated Bobby Stancil Plumbing for many years. His father was a Baptist minister. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Grizzlies are dominating opponents in the third quarter. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reverend William and Flora Aiken Whitlock. He knew soldiers needed ministers and even though he was exempt as a seminary student, he made his name available for the draft. Recommend Bobby's obituary to your friends. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. [9], For much of the 1980s and 1990s, Whitlock lived on a farm in Mississippi, raising his children and doing occasional session work. Notifications from this guestbook will end. Linda Jane Davis. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Who is Bobby Whitlock: Bobby Whitlock is a famous American musician. I know it was a team, but for me it was always his team. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. After college he went to work for McDonnel Douglas in the missile program. A graveside service will be at 1 PM, Sunday, July 7 in the Masonic and Eastern Star Cemetery at Whitestone followed by a 2 PM celebration of his life in the Whitestone Chapel officiated by Dr. Pat Spicer and Pastor Daniel Dickard. I was beginning school and he chose to begin anew. BOBBY WHITLOCK OBITUARY Bobby Whitlock's passing at the age of 57 on Friday, February 11, 2022 has been publicly announced by Joseph Vertin & Sons Funeral Home in Breckenridge, MN. Lee's speech. He had a brilliant idea, bolt eight Redstones together for the first stage and use the Saturn V third stage as the second stage. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. BOBBY WHITLOCK OBITUARY. Senator Lyndon Johnson of the Senate Space Committee came to his factory and asked if we had a military rocket we could get a satellite in orbit with. Halee Sellers and Kaylee Sellers will serve as honorary. Robert Stanley Whitlock (born March 18, 1948) is an American singer, songwriter and musician. His was a life lived in struggle and with love and inspiration. Be Proactive. He was also very independent and pursued his dreams. In his last week he told me how sorry he was he had to kill in battle and wept as if it were last week, not seven decades ago. Daily News / News Monitor 601 Dakota Ave, Wahpeton, ND 58075 | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Contact Us | The WAHPETON DAILY NEWS & NEWS-MONITOR are owned by Wick Communications. Arnold,[30] before going on to back Harrison on his 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass. I met students in college that said he was the best math and science teacher they ever had and he was the one that inspired them to go into engineering. What he loved the most, however, was spending as much time with his family as he could, especially his two children.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Whitlock; his children, Adam Whitlock, David Whitlock, Courtney Whitlock, and Chelsea Whitlock; his siblings, Art Whitlock and Sandy Phelps; his cousins, Mel (Lee) Vancleef, Mike Rensvold, and Shayla Rensvold; his brother-in-law, Matt Myers; his sister-in-law, Michelle Kern; his mother-in-law, Loretta (Doug Eul) Myers; and many other family members and loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Louis Whitlock; and his sister, Sherry Whitlock.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville.
. That was good eatin as we would say today. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. and. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. After receiving his masters degrees in physics and math he went to work for McDonald Douglas in the missile program. January 28, 2023 (76 years old) View obituary. He had a successful and productive career in the missile program but felt God calling him to teach so he went back to school and earned his masters degree in education. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers and sign the online guestbook at www.whitlockmortuary.net. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. and Jean Whitlock and his sister Suzanne Floyd. Among his and Carmel's projects, Other Assorted Love Songs, Live from Whitney Chapel contains acoustic interpretations of songs originally recorded by Derek and the Dominos. He brightened many days and lightened many hearts because he never met a stranger and reveled in the success of the people he met. Bobby John Whitlock, age 88, left this world peacefully on Feb 12, 2023, in Granbury, Texas. Obituary from rdbrownfh.com Mrs. Dorothy Faye Whitlock Rodgers, age 76 of Clinton passed away 9:07 PM Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the Jackson Purchase Medical Center. Bobby John Whitlock, age 88, left this world peacefully on Feb 12, 2023, in Granbury, Texas. I told him recently that had they not had the fire, and it happened in space, we would never have known what happened and would never have made it to the moon; that the program would probably have been cancelled. Let others know about your loved one's death. [47][50] Whitlock began a relationship with Boyd's sister Paula at this time,[30][51] and was therefore, as he has described it, "in the inner circle in the middle of it with all of them". [53] The recording took place before the abortive sessions for the Dominos' second studio album; a press release for the 2013 reissue of Bobby Whitlock gives the recording date as starting in March 1971,[54] while Dominos biographer Jan Reid writes of sessions happening in January that year. All rights reserved. He traveled with my mother as she served in state and national offices. Fred Hensley Roope. Bobby was a dare devil and adrenaline junkie and enjoyed anything with an engine; you could often find him at demolition derbies or trying to perform his own stunts. Born June 16, 1948 in Stephens County, he was a son of the late Charlie Fulton and Georgia Payne Sellers. February 3, 2023 (68 years old) View obituary. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? [1] Clapton's despondency at being rejected by Boyd, the band's drug consumption, and personal conflicts between the members,[15] particularly with Gordon, all contributed to the break-up of the Dominos in May 1971. Whitlock Mortuary, Funerals and Cremations is honored to be serving the family of Bobby Sellers. Bobby was a daredevil and adrenaline junkie and enjoyed anything with an engine; you could often find him at demolition derbies or trying to perform his own stunts. Our next two satellites flew on that rocket. What he loved the most, however, was spending as much time with his family as he could, especially his two children. Create a password that only you will remember. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville. [78] Whitlock's first two solo albums appeared, remastered, as Where There's a Will, There's a Way: The ABC-Dunhill Recordings, released by Future Day Records in September 2013. He was born on March 18, 1948 and his birthplace is Memphis Tennessee. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. It was the stage that boosted the Apollo to escape velocity and carried the Lunar Module. He grew up in Underwood, Minnesota, where he spent as much time as he could fishing. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Terms of Service apply. Celebration of Life services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2018, at Ray Funeral Home with Rev. Being the wrestler man he was, my fondest memory of him was when I was about 4 or 5 years old, I would wrestle him in my grandmother's living room and beat him with a wooden rolling pin. He also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. [1][11], Whitlock recorded his debut solo album, Bobby Whitlock (1972), at London's Olympic Studios in 1971, with Andy Johns as his co-producer. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. That year they mixed the black school and white school evenly both faculty and students. Ways to honor Bobby Whitlock's life and legacy. The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 29th, from 4-8 PM at Spotswood Funeral Home, 475 Main Street, Spotswood. Sixteen days after my grand entrance to this world in 1957 the Russians orbited Sputnik. I remember the story he told of the student that was a known troublemaker. WHITLOCK, BOBBY L. - 60, services @ New Macedonia B. C., 314 Old Hwy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home. [Clapton's manager] Robert Stigwood took the Dominos' money, used it to create RSO Records and record the Bee Gees. Delivered right as the newspaper goes to print on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. It was impossible for us to play badly. Legacy. 120 Rose Lane His family traded a goat for a shotgun. . You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Bobby Whitlock. On this past fourth of July, one less combat veteran could stand up for the national anthem so we must stand for him from now on. I remember another incident a few years later when he was principal of an elementary school in South Carolina. Beachwood - Robert Whitlock of Beachwood passed away on April 24, 2021. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. They lived in Idaho for a short while until moving to Faribault, MN, in 2014, and finally settling in Breckenridge in 2018.Bobby loved going for drives and traveling, especially to Idaho. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Katherine Whitlock, two brothers,. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. I have always known that the better part of those songs [on All Things Must Pass] were directed to Eric, just like Eric's were to George on the Layla record. A student pulled a gun on him. He started teaching in Charlotte, NC during the civil rights movement and was the first to integrate the faculty. Bobby was a master gardener and expert target shooter. January 31, 1958, Explorer One rose into the sky and achieved orbit a top his Redstone rocket.
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