Thomas V. “Bob” Whitfield, 80, of Elkton, died peacefully Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008, at Evergreene Meadows Nursing Care Center in Stanardsville, Va., of

complications from Alzheimer’s disease. Born July 26, 1928, in Elkton, Va., he was the son of the late Karl R. and Pauline Smith Whitfield.

He graduated in 1945 from Elkton High School. Bob was a master electrician and retired from Broadway Electric as marketing manager.

Bob was a past member of the Rockingham Male Chorus, chair of the Elkton Cemetery Commission, The Elkton Historical Society, a longtime Cub Scout leader, and a faithful blood donor. Bob was proud of Elkton and was a member of Elkton Area United Services.

Bob attended The Church of The Valley and was a member of Evangelical United Methodist Church. He was a past chair of the Board of Trustees and past Chairman of the Administrative Board.

He is survived by his wife, Katie Lou Comer; sons, Ed Whitfield and wife, Sharon, and Tom Whitfield; daughter, Lou Ellen Kirkendall and husband, Mel; three granddaughters, Melody Morton and husband, Dave, Adair Terry and husband, Nick, Marie Whitfield and fiancé, John O’Connor; two great-grandchildren, Nathan and Katie Rose Morton; and a brother, Avery Whitfield and wife, Barbara.

Bob lived a very happy, full life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. We appreciate all of your kind deeds, thoughts, and prayers during this sad, but blessed time.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Aug. 16, at 3 p.m, at Evangelical United Methodist Church in Elkton, with the Rev. Alfred Comer and the Rev. James B. Martin officiating. A reception will follow in the Church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Elkton Area United Services, 218 W. Spotswood Trail, Elkton, VA 22827, or the Alzheimer’s Association, 250 E. Market St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kygers.com. 

	1. 14-08-2008 07:52
	Katie & The Whitfield Family,  We grieve with you over the loss of our friend Bob. He was an excellent marketing manager and a great asset to Broadway Electric. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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	2. 14-08-2008 07:57
	Katie & The Whitfield Family,  I am sorry for your loss. I greatly appreciated Bob as a friend and co-worker at Broadway Electric. I treasure my memories of Bob's enthusiasm for his job, family, friends and life. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace.

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	3. 14-08-2008 08:27
	Ed & Family   I am so sorry to about your Dad. He was a wonderful man with a great deal of compassion. Keep all the good memories with you at this difficult time and know he is in place of peace.

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	4. 14-08-2008 08:57
	Tom and Family,  Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. May you all find comfort, strength and peace knowing that he is with the Lord. May God bless you dearly and richly

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	5. 14-08-2008 08:59
	Lou and Family,  I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. You and I have talked many times about how God helps us through trials. My prayers are with you and your family.

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	6. 14-08-2008 09:49
	Lou, Tom & Family,   You had a wonderful Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carol Helmintoller

	7. 14-08-2008 10:14
	Katie & Family,    I was so sad to hear of your loss. Bob was such a fun person and dear friend. He will be missed. Please know that you are in my prayers at this most difficult time.

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	8. 14-08-2008 12:08
	DEAREST KATIE, TOM, LOU, ED, & FAMILIES,    WE ARE VERY SADDENED TO LEARN OF BOB’S PASSING, BUT JOIN THE FAMILY IN KNOWING THAT HE HAS “GRADUATED” TO HIS HEAVENLY HOME.    WE FEEL VERY BLESSED TO HAVE CALLED HIM “OUR FRIEND”, AND ENJOYED EACH TIME WE CHATTED.    PLEASE KNOW THAT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME.    MUCH LOVE & PRAYERS,    HARRY, SUE, & FAMILY

Harry and Sue Armbruster and f

	9. 14-08-2008 13:09
	Sharon and family,  We are very sad to hear of your father in laws death. Please know that we are praying for Ed and you and the family during this sad time.    Cy and Mandy

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	10. 14-08-2008 13:09
	Sharon and family,  We are very sad to hear of your father in laws death. Please know that we are praying for Ed and you and the family during this sad time.    Cy and Mandy

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