Bobby "Bob" Whisnant

Mr. Whisnant was born in Burke County to the late Fred Whisnant and Velsie Orders Whisnant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Ralph, Arthur, James and Paul Whisnant; sisters, Vissie Pearson and Nellie Ward.

He was a graduate of Salem High School, a veteran of the U. S. Army, retired from Nu Woods and a member of Union Grove Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Reba Beane Whisnant of the home; two sons, Tony Whisnant and his wife Anne of Lenoir and Jody L. Whisnant of Hudson; a granddaughter, Jennifer Townsend and husband Chris; a great grandson, Reagan Townsend. Also left to cherish his memory is Bob’s best friend; his cat, Blossom.

Funeral services will be held Friday May 28, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Grove Baptist Church with the Reverend Sam Craven and Reverend Marvin Yarborough officiating. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday May 27, 2010 from 6:00 until 8:00 at Pendry’s Funeral Home.

The Deacons of Union Grove Baptist Church will serve as pallbearers.

The Whisnant family requests that memorials be made to Union Grove Baptist Church, Building Fund, 1808 Union Grove Road, Lenoir, NC 28645 or to Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care, 902 Kirkwood Street, Lenoir, NC 28645.

Online condolences to the family may be placed at www.pendrysfuneralhome.com

Pendry’s Funeral home is assisting the Whisnant family with arrangements.