He is survived by his life partner, Jeff Mace of 23 years; son, John Whitehead, Jr.; daughter, Morrisa Kimbrell (Tommy); father, D.B.Whitehead; brother, Wayne Whitehead; grandson, Wesley Kimbrell; two nephews, Wayne Whitehead Jr. and Wesley Whitehead; and one niece, Audrey Forbes. .
John is predeceased by his mother, Katherine Whitehead.
A memorial service will be held at St. Georges Episcopal Church on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 5:00 PM. The family will be gathering at the Village of Idlewild Clubhouse following the service for a celebration of John’s life. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be sent to mullinsthompsonfredericksburg.com