Arlinda Deloris McCowan Whitaker passed away Sunday May 10, 2020. Arlinda was born on October 23, 1947 in Houston, Texas to Howard and Raynola McCowan. Arlinda was the youngest of their four children. She was raised in the Fifth Ward area of Houston with her siblings— Alphretta, Saundra, and Kenneth McCowan. She graduated from Phyllis Wheatley High School in Houston in 1965. After high school, she attended the University of North Texas and graduated in 1969.
Arlinda met her husband, Creston Whitaker, at the University of North Texas and they were married for 47 years. Arlinda and Creston had 2 children—Creston II and Chelsea Whitaker.
Arlinda was passionate about helping others—especially children. She worked for the Dallas County Juvenile Department for over 40 years. She was an active member of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship for 43 years. She passionately served in the Comfort & Care Ministry providing support for families dealing with various illnesses and bereavement.
Arlinda was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Raynola McCowan. Arlinda is survived by her husband Creston, son Creston II (Lisa), daughter Chelsea, grandchildren Lillian and Creston III, sisters Alphretta and Saundra, brother Kenneth and numerous other loving family members and friends.
One of the last things she stated was that she wanted to donate to a local food bank to help struggling families impacted by COVID-19. In lieu of flowers, you may send a monetary donation through cashapp to “$seawhit” or through venmo “@Cwhitaker2”. The family will donate all funds received to a local food bank in Arlinda’s honor. Due to COVID-19, the memorial will be a private event and you must receive authorization to attend. Visitation will be open to the public, but the number of people allowed to visit at one time will be limited. Please wear a mask. Thank you for your support as we honor Arlinda during this unprecedented times.
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