Obituary Deacon Milton Whitten III
Deacon Milton Whitten III was called from labor to reward at the age of 70 on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 at 11:40 am. God wrapped His arms around him and whispered come and take your rest.
Milton was born on January 5th, 1949 to the late Milton Whitten Jr. and LeVetta Campbell Whitten in Mansfield, Ohio.
Milton lived in Mansfield all his life. He graduated from Mansfield Senior High in 1967, where he excelled in academics and athletics. He went on to receive a full scholarship to Miami University in Oxford Ohio, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1972 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Education and Finance. He was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Society and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. After graduation, he went to work for General Motors in Human Resources and later completed the Apprenticeship Program and became a Die-Maker. He retired after 33 years of service.
Milton was a member of the Latter Rain Church of God in Christ for the past 25 years where he served as a member of the Deacon and Trustee Board. He also worked diligently along with his wife in the Feeding Program at the church.
Milton was an avid sports fan. He supported and mentored many children throughout the city of Mansfield and was known affectionately as “Uncle Spider”.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Elizabeth Whitten; loving daughter, Shalaye M. Whitten (Mansfield); sons, Akil L. Wade (Kentucky), and Akeem L. Wade Sr. (Columbus); nine grandchildren; Patrick, Akeya, Khalil, Tajuana, Avondre, Asjon, Sylas, Akeem Jr., and Khiren; proud great grandfather of seven; two sisters, Cora Whitten-Sumerlin (Marvin), and Shirlee D. Whitten, both of Chicago, IL; special brother and sister-in-love, Henry and Renee Garrett of Mansfield; nieces, Lori, Shynetta, Shannon, and Ciante’. Nephews, Demetrius Sr., K.C., and Kevin Jr.; special niece, LaToya; two honorary grandsons, Latrell and Shawn; two Godchildren, Terrence and Tra’Shawn; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends including a lifelong friend, John Cornwell whom he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patricia J. Whitten; brother Charles and son, Tony Armstrong.
Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at Latter Rain COGIC, 259 Glessner Ave.
Interment at Mansfield Cemetery Association.
We never parted without saying Luv you and I’m so happy that those were our last words to each other . RIP Cousin. GOD HAD THE MASTER PLAN.❤
Dear papa spider why did you have to leave me so soon now driving down Bartley it just won’t be the same seeing the great BIG SMILE and hearing you say hey hey. But your in a better place no more pain but you will be the best dressed especially when you smile with that gold tooth shining. Gone to soon but never forgotten will miss papa Love you.
Milt was a great guy with an awesome outgoing personality. We were co-workers at GM and he always had such a positive attitude. My condolences to all of Milt’s family.
Rest in Peace
Uncle spider was a great person, He was a great person to be around. An the Melton family always enjoyed him been around the Family. He could put a smile on your face.
R.I.P Uncle Spider nobody could ever forget a good person like you.
Love The Melton Family
To the Whitten & Wade family..My deepest condolences, in the passing of Mr. Whitten (Spiderman), he was truly a wonderful person, always had, a smile & words of encouragement & wisdom. I’m going to miss running into him & Mrs. Whitten @walmart & we would have chats. My children & I, will always Love your family, ya’ll help too mold us & are very grateful for knowing you!! RIP, Mr. Whitten aka pawpaw
We know this must be a very difficult and demanding time for your family. You have our deepest sympathy. May the support of family and friends be a source of strength and the God of comfort a refuge in your time of need. With caring thoughts.
A friendly neighbor with a, hey, hey. I will miss that and the random conversations. You will be one of the sharpest dressed angels. Prayers for the family.
To the Whitten and Lattrain Church Family the McLains offer sincere condolences! We loved Milton and wife Libby and was heart broken to hear this! We are here for you if you need us!
Milt was my big brother always said to me Whaz up bruh we had fun he showed baseball stuff growing up always the same big smile greeted me I’m so gonna miss teasing him about “how’s come you didn’t grab lil bro a hat or suit ” my prayers are with his family he will and is missed love you Milt
We all hate to see a great individual leave us. He was like an uncle to me also. My prayers go out to Sis. Witten and the family.
We are sad to hear about the lost of such a great father & husband we know no words no hugs will ease your heartache during this difficult time. We hope that the memories you shared with Mr Whitten will comfort you forever you will be in our thoughts and prayers
My Deepest Condolences to this family
He was a great man I’m not related to him but I miss him,.miss his sense of humor n personality,.my condolences to all his family n friends
I am so terribly sorry to hear about Mr. Whitten and offer my sincerest condolences. When I was younger he always treated me so nice and the way he loved his family was a wonderful example to me as a young fatherless girl. Mr. Whitten ALWAYS had a smile on his face and his laugh was truly infectious! I am praying for Mrs. Whitten, Akeem Sr., and this entire family. May God’s peace and comfort be with you all.
My Sincere Condolences To Mrs.Whitten And Family We All Just Travelled To Kentucky To Visit The Ark And Milton And Libby Sat Across From Us We Had A Lot Of Laughs And Enjoyed The Trip I Pray God’s Strength Upon His Wife And Family
God Bless
To the Whitten Family – I offer my sincere condolences. I will always remember Milton as my brothers college friend who came to visit our family during a school break and put ketchup on everything he ate. He will be truly missed by everyone who knew him.
Coach always referred to my children as if they were his own and always greeted me and my family with affection. His smile, the encouraging words and laughter we shared on and off the track will always be fond memories for me. May God’s grace and the comfort of friends and family be with y’all.
Milt, Henry & myself are missing you like crazy we just can’t believe you are gone,we are gonna be here for your beloved Elizabeth as you always called her and Shay and your boys you were like no other their was only one Milten Whitten lll and you are irreplaceable we couldn’t have asked for a better bro-n-law rest easy.
Love Always
Henry & Renee Garrett
Rita Shoulders From Daytona Beach,Florida.He was so much fun. Smiling all the time. You will be really miss. Praying for you and your family. Love You.R.I.H. Family’s so sorry for your loss. You loss a beautiful wonderful person
My sincere condolences to the Whittien family!
Milton and I and my wife would always remember growing up on the north end of Bowman st
We had found memories of the hood.Family and church walking to school playing in the neighborhood.He was a great friend and and fine christian.His wife is the best we will all miss that smile and his way of making everyone like him.Rest on my friend we will see you again.
My deepest condolences to the Family. Milton as we all called him Spider Man, will be deeply missed . My GM brother, we had so many laughs. His smile was contagious. He never met a stranger. When he dressed it was from head to toe and you couldn’t tell him that he wasn’t the best dressed man around. Milt you now have your wings. Rest In Peace my brother. My prayers to all the Family.
I will never forget you. Growing up and even into adulthood I dont think you even knew my name! I was always “Peter Cool’s daughter” RIH Spiderman! Condolences to his family
I was saddened of the passing of cousin Butchie, is what I called him growing up! Always with a big cheese for a smile ! To the Whitten Family , Cora and Shirley , stay strong in the Lord and keep looking up! To be absent from the body and be present with the Lord! May you all be strenghtened in the Lord’s power and bless you with his unsurpassing, peace!
MILT …you were the kindest brother I know always the same with a smile that truly would light up a room. I feel at times I am still in shock by your passing but I know that God never makes a mistake. To your loving wife and family God knows I am truly praying for you all. I love you Milt see you again when Jesus cracks the sky until then RIHP.
From the Alexander family so sorry for your loss and Milton will be missed tremendously
Its Hard to really say how i am feeling with this lost, of the only man in my life whom really showed me what a real man is and was. I am really going to miss our talks and rides. Most of all i am missing your smell cause you always smelled so good Pop, Your baby is going to be just fine and i am going to be there for my Nana i love you miss you so much but i know you are going to always be with me till the end of time i love you and miss you so much.