CMSgt. (Ret) Earl R. Whittington Jr. Went West Monday March 30th after a long struggle with COPD.
Earl was born 11/13/31 to Earl & Florence Whittington, he was the oldest son but eighth of eleven children. Earl grew up on a rural farm near Buffalo WV and graduated from Buffalo High School (class of 1949). After high school and working a variety of factory jobs he joined the USAF (1952).
Earl was a distinguished airman serving his country through a lengthy career during the turbulent 1960’s. He served 5 tours in Vietnam and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Medal, 3 Bronze stars, Meritorious Service Medal, and 2 Air Force Commendation Medals.
After 27 years of service he entered a well-earned retirement, but could not remain idle. After a short break he returned to government service in the GSA Telecommunications Division as Chief of Operations Branch South.
After his second retirement Earl entered a period where he enjoyed gardening and ATV riding in the deserts and mountains that surround the Phoenix area.
Earl was predeceased by his parents, nine of his siblings, wives Laura, and Inseon. He is survived by his beloved sister Reba of Nitro WV, Sons Robert Mesa, AZ; Ronald, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren Woodbridge VA; Gene (Gina) and 4 grandchildren Yuma, AZ; Susan Shotts (Greg) and 2 grandchildren Spooner WI;
A private viewing for the family followed by interment will be held Saturday April 4 at 09:00. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 East Main St. Mesa AZ 85207
Earl was born 11/13/31 to Earl & Florence Whittington, he was the oldest son but eighth of eleven children. Earl grew up on a rural farm near Buffalo WV and graduated from Buffalo High School (class of 1949). After high school and working a variety of factory jobs he joined the USAF (1952).
Earl was a distinguished airman serving his country through a lengthy career during the turbulent 1960’s. He served 5 tours in Vietnam and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Medal, 3 Bronze stars, Meritorious Service Medal, and 2 Air Force Commendation Medals.
After 27 years of service he entered a well-earned retirement, but could not remain idle. After a short break he returned to government service in the GSA Telecommunications Division as Chief of Operations Branch South.
After his second retirement Earl entered a period where he enjoyed gardening and ATV riding in the deserts and mountains that surround the Phoenix area.
Earl was predeceased by his parents, nine of his siblings, wives Laura, and Inseon. He is survived by his beloved sister Reba of Nitro WV, Sons Robert Mesa, AZ; Ronald, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren Woodbridge VA; Gene (Gina) and 4 grandchildren Yuma, AZ; Susan Shotts (Greg) and 2 grandchildren Spooner WI;
A private viewing for the family followed by interment will be held Saturday April 4 at 09:00. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 East Main St. Mesa AZ 85207
CMSgt. (Ret) Earl R. Whittington Jr. Went West Monday March 30th after a long struggle with COPD.
Earl was born 11/13/31 to Earl & Florence Whittington, he was the oldest son but eighth of eleven children. Earl grew up on a rural farm near Buffalo WV and graduated from Buffalo High School (class of 1949). After high school and working a variety of factory jobs he joined the USAF (1952).
Earl was a distinguished airman serving his country through a lengthy career during the turbulent 1960’s. He served 5 tours in Vietnam and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Medal, 3 Bronze stars, Meritorious Service Medal, and 2 Air Force Commendation Medals.
After 27 years of service he entered a well-earned retirement, but could not remain idle. After a short break he returned to government service in the GSA Telecommunications Division as Chief of Operations Branch South.
After his second retirement Earl entered a period where he enjoyed gardening and ATV riding in the deserts and mountains that surround the Phoenix area.
Earl was predeceased by his parents, nine of his siblings, wives Laura, and Inseon. He is survived by his beloved sister Reba of Nitro WV, Sons Robert Mesa, AZ; Ronald, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren Woodbridge VA; Gene (Gina) and 4 grandchildren Yuma, AZ; Susan Shotts (Greg) and 2 grandchildren Spooner WI;
A private viewing for the family followed by interment will be held Saturday April 4 at 09:00. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 East Main St. Mesa AZ 85207
Earl was born 11/13/31 to Earl & Florence Whittington, he was the oldest son but eighth of eleven children. Earl grew up on a rural farm near Buffalo WV and graduated from Buffalo High School (class of 1949). After high school and working a variety of factory jobs he joined the USAF (1952).
Earl was a distinguished airman serving his country through a lengthy career during the turbulent 1960’s. He served 5 tours in Vietnam and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Medal, 3 Bronze stars, Meritorious Service Medal, and 2 Air Force Commendation Medals.
After 27 years of service he entered a well-earned retirement, but could not remain idle. After a short break he returned to government service in the GSA Telecommunications Division as Chief of Operations Branch South.
After his second retirement Earl entered a period where he enjoyed gardening and ATV riding in the deserts and mountains that surround the Phoenix area.
Earl was predeceased by his parents, nine of his siblings, wives Laura, and Inseon. He is survived by his beloved sister Reba of Nitro WV, Sons Robert Mesa, AZ; Ronald, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren Woodbridge VA; Gene (Gina) and 4 grandchildren Yuma, AZ; Susan Shotts (Greg) and 2 grandchildren Spooner WI;
A private viewing for the family followed by interment will be held Saturday April 4 at 09:00. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 East Main St. Mesa AZ 85207
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