Brian Lynn Whitaker
October 22, 1959 ~ March 1, 2019
Resided in:
Fletcher, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Brian Lynn Whitaker, 59, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Brian was born in Buncombe County to Frank Whitaker and Jane Pittillo.
Brian loved having fun. He enjoyed anything outdoors such as fishing, golfing or hunting and especially loved his music and music festivals. He was an excellent woodworker and most of all he cherished his family and friends.
Brian is survived by his parents Frank Whitaker (Jo) and Jane Pittillo; his wife, Lori Diller Whitaker; a daughter, Justine Diller (Seth Buckner); a brother, Eugene Whitaker; one granddaughter, Cora Buckner; two step-brothers; one step-sister and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 10:30 am at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
The family will receive friends following the service at the family’s home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to “Birthplace of Country Music”, Memo Field: Brian Whitaker; BCM c/o Becky Littleton, P.O. Box 1927, Bristol, VA 24203.
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Such a wonderful, fun loving man! My deepest prayers and thoughts for Lori and the family. I know you will miss him so very much.
I’m so sorry to hear! My deepest sympathy to the family of Brian..I have nothing but fond memories when I was young..you all made us a part of your family. I cherish those memories always! Thank you . God Bless
I have a lot of fond memories of Brian growing up. We played baseball several yrs with and against each other. It was so good to see him last year in Hot Springs reminiscing our youth and the fun we had . He will be missed
Lori,
Brooks and I were always so happy to run into Brian and you enjoying some good music! You both enjoyed life and living it to it’s fullest, something few couples ever do. We will miss Brian, his great stories, and his love for the music. We pray for blessings and peace for you and family. Wanda and Brooks
Brian has been one of our favorite music people over the years – and the fun we’ve shared will never be forgotten. He was one of a kind, and we’ve been blessed to call him Friend.
Sadly, we will be out of town for the celebration, but we’ll definitely be there in spirit.
All our love to Lori and the family.
So sorry to see this. Brian was a wonderful person. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Lori so saddened by your loss. I will have such fond memories of. Brain. God has his time now to enjoy his compainship and friendship that he had shared with us. Lucky God. Our loss. His gain.
I only knew Brian for a short but I am glad to have known him for what time I did. I was impressed by his compassion for his family and his outlook on life. I pray that the good Lord will bring his family peace and comfort during these times.
Hadn’t seen Brian in years but grew up with the family playing sports as a youngster at Valley Springs. He always had that good natured smile. Praying for the family during this time of grief.
I’ll always remember Brian for his wonderful smile. Many fond memories of you guys. My heart goes out to you, Lori, and your family. God’s blessings
Close friends since 1st grade, Brian was uniquely a one-in-a-million guy with quick witted demeanor. I’m deeply saddened that he’s gone. Praying for strength for Lori, Eugene, Linda and all the family and gazillion friends that love him. So-long my friend, thanks for positively enhancing so many lives.
No words can express our deepest sympathy to all the family. Brian was special and unique, full of passions for what he loved to do. So missed by everyone who knew him. He is in God’s hands now and we pray peace and comfort to his all his family.
Frank and family, so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear about Brian. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Jane and family,
May God bless and comfort all of you in this time of sorrow.
We love this guy and he will always be in our hearts till we meet again. XOXO
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. Wendy Bishop Blankenship
So sorry for your loss. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya’ll.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.