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Helen Whitlock Obituary

Helen Grace Whitlock GREENVILLE, SC - Helen Grace Whitlock, 91, widow of Norris Whitlock, died Sunday, November 4, 2012. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Florence Matilda White Arensberg. Mrs. Whitlock was retired as a Floral Designer. Surviving are a daughter, Susan Barrineau and husband, Gene, of Charleston; two sons, Dr. Norris "Chip" Whitlock and wife, Sandra, of Greer and Gary H. Whitlock and wife, Mary, of Elgin, SC; six grandchildren, Stephanie Whitlock Diamond, Andy Whitlock, Ricky Barrineau, Robbie Barrineau, Sarah Whitlock Lucas and Emily Whitlock Lindsay; and twelve great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Walter "Buzz" Arensberg and a grandson, Brad Whitlock. A committal service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 12:00 PM at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 15 Oregon Street, Greenville, SC 29605 or Alzheimer's Association, Upstate SC Chapter, 301 University Ridge, Suite 5000, Greenville, SC 29601. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2012.

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November 22, 2012

Helen was a very dear friend and an important person in our lives. We think of Helen and Whit and the grand times we enjoyed with them when we all lived in the Low Country.
Our sympathy to everyone in the Whitlock family.
Bob and Carol Allen

Maleeta Enis

November 17, 2012

I am so sorry to learn of Helen's passing. She was an absolute joy to know and had amazing talent when it came to entertaining and decorating. I enjoyed being a neighbor for many years when she and Norris lived in Cooper Estates. She will be missed by all who knew her. Deepest sympathy to your families.

November 8, 2012

I learned of Helen's passing yesterday. My Mother is a resident in PB. A recent visit included a back rub to Helen, and in return a smile and twinkle of the eyes from Helen. My fondest memory was when I brought in a tote filled with silk flowers, etc. and Helen made some wonderful arrangements. She had a great time and inspired others to join in. In fact a couple of the arrangements are still being used. I have a few online (Shutterfly) photos of Helen, Mom (Maxine) and granddaughter (Abigail) walking the halls of PB. I will be glad to email them to you. My prayers to you. Lynda Hamm

Lyn Miller

November 6, 2012

Dear Gary, Sue, Chip & families, I was sorry to hear about your Mom, she was a wonderful lady and such a good friend to my parents. Though it has been a very long time I still remember all that she did for me and many many others. She will always have a special place in my heart. My thoughts, prayers & love go to you all. Lyn Jefferies Miller

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