Betsy Slobody Whitaker

Profile Updated: November 23, 2025
Residing In: San Jua Cosala, Jalisco, Jalisco Mexico
Spouse/Partner: Doug Whitaker
Occupation: Retired
Children: John D. Whitaker born 10-4-74, wife Brite Whitaker
Children: Loren Whitaker 12-17-03
More… Casey Whitaker 11-16-07
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Doug and I will be married 60 years in June 2026. We have lived a blessed and adventurous life. We both had Harley motorcycles and traveled in all 50 states and most of Canada. I never thought I'd be a motorcycle mama. But over several years, we completed our bucket list and visited most of the National Parks. We have retired to the Lake Chapala area of Mexico, just south of Guadalajara. We live at 5200 feet overlooking Mexico's largest lake and believe we have found paradise.

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Feb 26, 2026 at 1:10 PM

Charlene was a loving and gentle spirit.  I remember when her sister died and the impact that tragic event had on her life. I shall always remember her loving ways. I send my heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.

May your memories sustain you and may God bring you comfort.

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Happy Birthday Julie!! I hope you are well! May the coming year be filled with blessings, good health and lots of fun. Are you still living in the Caymans? Doug and I live in Mexico and have found Paradise. I was so sad to learn of Julie Hendricks Gerhardt's demise. We have lost a lot of good people from our class. Stay in touch!

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Oct 05, 2021 at 4:42 PM

If you are interested in seeing some of Bobby's amazing contributions and finding out about his life accomplishments and trials please see "Leaving Tracks"  You can download this documentary on Apple TV.  Truly inspiring!!  Well worth your time and investment!!.

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Oct 04, 2021 at 1:04 PM

Bobby and I were good friends during high school.  After I married Coach Whitaker we moved and I lost touch with Bobby.We reconnected a few years ago and visited him in Dallas. I was inspired and awestruck by his many and varied accomplishments.  I don't think a day went by that he did not live to the fullest.  From making hundreds of millions in the leveraged buyout and investment banking field to creating some of National Geographics best-selling books that captured nature from the air. He authored several other books and produced two documentaries We shared a common love for motorcycling and his museum of motorcycles is not rivaled. His contributions are too many to list. He will be missed by all that knew him but his many gifts to this world will live on.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Apr 29, 2021 at 3:14 PM

Our Class Cheerleader...happy Birthday.

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Apr 12, 2021 at 2:43 PM

I am shocked and saddened to learn of Marlene's tragic death.  Her big heart was always there to help everyone.  I never saw her without tons of energy and a big smile.  She was taken from us way too soon and shall always remain in our hearts and memory.  May God bring healing and comfort to her family.

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Julie:

Sorry I missed your special day!! I hope your year is filled with good health and happiness. I think of you often and wish you could come to a reunion. Doug and I are still madly in love - 53 year! We feel very blessed. Blessings to you and your family. Betsy

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thank you Gretchen I had an amazing birthday and still partying

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Shaker Class Of 65 The 20th Reunion The Cheerleaders and The Poopers

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Shaker Reunion Class of 65 Landerhaven 30th Reunion Click on above to see Betsy Slobody