Kenneth Bernard Whitmire
June 26, 1955 - June 5, 2024 (Age 68)
Kenneth Bernard Whitmire, Sr., 68, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024.
Kenneth was also known as "Truck" because of his masterful skills on the basketball court. But those who knew and loved him best called him "Kenny".
He was the oldest son of the late Bernice Whitmire. Kenny grow up in Charlotte, NC in the Fairview Homes Community. His early education began at JT Williams Jr High, West Charlotte and Independence High Schools; where he became an outstanding basketball player.
Kenny was a graduate of Johnson C. Smith University and later went on to join the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department; where he served a number of years before acquiring several very successful Group Homes. He owned and operated the homes for more than 15 years.
Kenny leaves to cherish his memories; his wife, Walissa of 30 years; sons, Levar (Marissa) of Greensboro, Kenny Jr. of Charlotte, Jemari of Newark, NJ and Patrick of Greensboro; brother Keith of Charlotte as well as 10 grandchildren. Kenny was also admired and adored by his many nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, other family members and friends.
A public viewing will be held on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Hargett Funeral Service, Inc., 905 E. Market Street, Greensboro from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
A homegoing celebration will be held on Tuesday June 18 at Love and Faith Christian Fellowship, 4344 Blackberry Road, Greensboro; visitation with family begins at 10:00 am followed by the service at 10:30 am.
Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens 8901 Lawyers Road Charlotte, NC 28227 in The Garden of the Good Shepard section with his mom, Bernice.