May 7, 1947 – August 7
Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock, age 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 7, 2022 in Muskegon. He was born on May 5, 1947 to JD and Maxine (Graham) Whitlock in Artesia, New Mexico. Serving as a pastor for various Methodist churches, Bob had the opportunity to travel around the United States. He met the former Nancy Jo Freye while she was volunteering and the two of them were married on July 2, 1981. Bob was well known for his kind and generous spirit, as well as his joking personality. He enjoyed talking to others to learn about their lives. Pastor Bob is survived by his siblings, Boneva (Gerald) Cass, Jerald (Mary) Whitlock, and Martha “Jeannie” (Jerald) Yarbrough; and beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy and parents. Burial took place at Pine Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444.
Whitlock, Bobby Dale – [(RE) D 1977; FE 1980; RE 2009] Transferred from OK Conf 1985; Remus, Halls Corners, Mecosta 9/16/1985; Dansville, Vantown 5/16/1987; Caledonia 1990; Scottville 1/6/1996; Big Rapids: First 2004; Robbins 2008; Retired 2009; Wolf Lake (½) 2011; Wolf Lake (45%) 1/1/2014-9/1/2014.
Last Updated on October 12, 2022