Harney Cecil Whidden

Harney Cecil Whidden, 96, passed away on July 7, 2020. He was the son of the late Cecil Whidden and Sally Sweat . He was born in Bradley, FL on September 27, 1923. Harney spent most of his life in Hillsborough County serving 50 plus years as a minister. He served his country in the US Navy during WWII. Harney enjoyed gardening, reading the Bible, and singing gospel music. He was a member of the Dry Prairie Baptist Church. His greatest love was his family. He is survived by his loving wife – Virginia; children – Rodney Whidden of North Carolina and Lisa Baty of Sebring, FL. Surviving are also 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Brian and 3 sisters. Visitation will be Monday, July 13, 2020 at Dry Prairie Baptist Church in Duette, Florida from 11:00am – 12:00 pm. Service time will be immediately following visitation. Mike Davis officiating. Interment will be held at the Alafia Baptist Cemetery.

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Arrangements entrusted to:

Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home

4001 Sebring Parkway

Sebring, FL 33870

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