Joey Whittington

Joey Burnett Whittington 75, of Whiteville went to his heavenly home on Saturday, March 11, 2017.  He was born in Columbus County, the son of the late Gary Whittington and Louise Hyatt Whittington. 

Mr. Whittington was a member and deacon at Northwood Church.  He was employed with International  Paper  for 30 years until his retirement.

Our beloved Papa had a life well lived. His legacy is one of love for God and his fellow man.  He will be remembered for his wit, his giving spirit, his servant's heart and his witness.  His countless acts of kindness, which often included cooking for family, friends and people in need will be well remembered.  To all of his fishing buddies , his gun trading partners, his Saturday morning breakfast club, his church brothers and sisters and to all that he touched, we rest in knowing we will meet again.

He is survived by his wife, Thelma W. Whittington; two sons,  Joe Eddie Whittington and wife, Patty of Middlesex, NC, Darryl Whittington and wife, Jennifer of Ocala, FL; a daughter, Tammie Robinson and husband, John of Whiteville; brothers, Gary Whittington of Whiteville, Malcolm Whittington and wife, Johnny of Mayo, FL,  Larry Whittington and wife, Linda of Whiteville, NC; sisters, Judy McPherson of Whiteville, NC, Lillian Williams and husband, Glenn of Whiteville, NC.; grandchildren, Dylan Whittington, Jessica Whittington, Grant Robinson, Chase Robinson, Brielle Robinson, Joseph Whittington and Jacob Whittington.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Vernon Whittington,  a sister, Matha McPherson and grandchildren, Robinson infant triplets.

A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 am Monday, March 13, 2017 at Northwood Assembly Church by Rev. John David Whittington and Rev. Russell Honeycutt.

His family will receive friends at 10:00 am prior to his service Monday at Northwood Church.

The home of John and Tammie Robinson will be open to friends and family on Sunday, March 12, 2017, 2:00 - 5:00 pm at 272 White's Crossing Lane, Whiteville, NC 28472.

Online condolences may be made at www.peacockfuneralhome.net