Rev. James Praeston 'Jimmy' Whitaker Passes Away at 79 in Bainbridge
Rev. James Praeston 'Jimmy' Whitaker, aged 79, of Bainbridge, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Archbald Medical Center in Thomasville. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Colquitt Church of God, with Rev. Phillip Kirkland officiating. Interment followed at Gordon Cemetery. Visitation took place on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Colquitt Church of God. Rev. Whitaker served as the pastor of Colquitt Church of God for 31 years and was a member of the church. He also served his country during the Vietnam War as a U.S. Marine. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Evelyn Whitaker, two sons, two daughters, nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, along with four sisters.
