Martha Ann Whitener, 68, of Murphy, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019 at her residence. She was a native and lifetime resident of Murphy where she had lived for over 42 years at her home on Reservoir Road. Martha loved her Lord and Savior and showed that same love to her children and grandchildren.
She was the daughter of the late Stanley and Eunaiviee Clark Whitener. She was also preceded in death by a son Edward Lynn Johnson, Jr., two sisters, Wilma York Whitener and Joy Faye Whitener and a brother, James Ted Whitener.
Surviving are a daughter, Eunaiviee Raper and husband, Jeff of Murphy; a son, Stanley Johnson of Murphy; a brother, Tex S. Whitener of Blue Ridge, Georgia; five grandchildren, Jesse James, Jordan and Alyssa Johnson, Tara and Tasha Raper; her special nieces and nephews, James Ted Whitener, Jr., Gloria Whitener Lewis and her 3 children, Steven, Matthew, and Anna Lewis, Rodella Sunshine Patterson and her 2 children, Kayla and Dusty Patterson, William Howard Ledford, Jr., and is also survived by several other nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, February 18, 2019 at the Chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy with Rev. Doyle Lloyd officiating, and music was provided by Erica Tague, Frankie Sneed, Rev. Doyle Lloyd and his family.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of all arrangements
I just heard about the passing of your dear sweet momma. I know that she wasn't hurting anymore and that you know you'll see her again. But, the human side aches for them here. I pray over the next few months that our Lord God Almighty gives you and all who are hurting the peace that passes ALL understanding! I love you guys, and please if I can do anything please do NOT hesitate to ask.