Birth date: Apr 6, 1936 Death date: Oct 13, 2022
Robert "Orie" Whelpley, age 86 was born on April 6, 1936, and passed away on October 13, 2022. Orie was preceded in death by his wife Blanche and a son Butch Whelpley. Survivors include, four children, Robert, Bill, Tina and Kevi Read Obituary
I remembered he would play Santa Claus, and one time at an event, I called him Santa, and the kids maul him. Shelia Flater-Murray
I never knew his name was Robert. His son William (Bill) is
married to my daughter Angela (Angie.) When I would see him
we had interesting conversations.
He liked to eat. Unfortunately because of Covid19 and then him going into the nursing home I hadn't seen him in a long time. I would ask about him. He was very dedicated to the fire 🔥 department. RIP Orie You were Loved! Our deepest Sympathy to his family. Praying 🙏 for his soul. Al & Deanna Kooman
I remember Orie coming to do teach us how to stop drop and roll as a kid in the old Fire Station in downtown Twin Lake. I later got to serve on the Fire Department with him when I grew up and was old enough to join. To think about the lives that he touches through 55 years of fighting fire is absolutely astonishing. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends. I the Lord has a special spot for great men like him. ~Ken Smith
I am so glad to have gotten to meet you and get to know you over the years. I will miss your jokes and smile, even when no one else understood it was a joke at my job, I did and you always put a smile on my face. Rest in peace. ❤️
My sincere sympathy and love to the family of Orie.
Orie you will always be in our hearts and never be forgotten. The good times we had for over 40 years we will never forget, we had it all, we did everything together it was an amazing time. So now my dear friend fly high be free until we meet again. God Bless your family and give them peace comfort love, Billy Angie I love you ♥️
Q: How would you describe Robert to someone who had never met them?
A: My heart is breaking. God sure knew what he was doing when he molded Orie. One of the best persons I have ever known. A good person, always there to help, never judged anyone. Just cared. You were loved and priceless here, and you will be missed. Fly with the golden wings that you have earned. 💕 Sincere condolences to all of Orie's family, friends, and everyone who loved him.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Shoreline Memorial Services - Whitehall
