Cade Thrasher Whittington's Obituary
Cade Thrasher Whittington, age 97, of McIntosh, Florida, passed away in Gainesville, Florida on April 13, 2017. She was born in Micanopy, Florida on December 13, 1919 to John Early Thrasher II and Raymond O’Neal. She was married to Richard “Dick” Whittington for 73 years.
She loved music all of her life, performing solos beginning at age 3 and continuing until her early 90’s. She was an accomplished pianist, playing for her church most of her life. She was a devoted life-long member of the Baptist church which she served in faithfully, active in all areas of leadership and service. She was dedicated to her community, teaching music at the local school, active in her Eastern Star chapter, and many, many other civic pursuits.
Cade loved her family and was proud of making a wonderful home for all of her children and grands to come home to. She always decorated her home beautifully for all holidays and prepared lavish meals and all the trimmings. She bestowed much love and care upon her family members. In addition, she was a wonderful example of a Christian servant and taught through her faith and example. She was, in all aspects, a Godly woman.
She is survived by her son, Colonel Richard Whittington of North Little Rock, Arkansas, and was preceded in death by her daughter, Elizabeth “Beth” Summers. She is survived by 5 grandchildren, Bonnie Schmidt, John Summers, Michael Summers, Richard Whittington and David Whittington. Additionally, 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandson.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at 10:30 am at the McIntosh Baptist Church in McIntosh, Florida with Rev. Ken Gibson officiating. Burial will follow in McIntosh Cemetery.
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