Whitaker, Frank, Melvin Friday, August 28, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Doris J. Whitaker (nee Davis). Dear father of Debbie Derleth, Dale Whitaker and the late Christopher Whitaker. Dear grandfather of Carrie Witnell, Joshua (Chloe) Derleth, Brittni (Dom) Jackson and Amber Vick, and the love of his life, Dora Lawrence. Our dear grandfather of 5, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend.
Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Wednesday September 2, 11:00 am until service at 1:00 pm. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Frank was a U. S. Army veteran and a member of C.I.A. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Community Improvement Association, 12753 Waggoner Rd., Festus, Mo. 63028 appreciated.