Robert Michael Whaley

Robert Michael Whaley, residing in Eastpoint, Florida, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022 at the age of 77. “Mike” was born on January 2nd 1945. He grew up in Atlanta, Georgia with his father, mother and brother, Larry. He attended Gordon High School in Decatur, Georgia where he met his wife, Judy, on a Glee Club Tour, at the age of 18. Mike became a police officer for the City of Atlanta and was chosen to train in the first class at Quantico. He was promoted and became a Detective with the Atlanta Police Department, while studying law at Georgia State University. After graduating, he then went on to earn his doctorate in law from Atlanta Law School. He served as an Assistant District Attorney for Fulton County, and eventually opened his own Law practice. After retiring from his law practice, Mike answered the call of the Lord and attended Seminary, while serving as a Judge in 3 municipalities in Cobb County, Georgia. After completing his studies at New Orleans Theological Seminary, he followed God’s will for his life as a pastor. Mike was called to the First Baptist Church of St. George Island 22 years ago, where he was instrumental in the vision and completion of The St. George Island Christian Retreat Center. He maintained his pastoral life until his passing. At the age of 20, Mike married his High School Sweetheart, Judy Sullivan, and went on to have 3 beautiful children including one son and two daughters. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and spending time with family. Mike was a die-hard Georgia Bulldog and Atlanta Braves fan. He absolutely loved being involved in his grandchildren’s sports activities. Mike was a loving husband, father, and grandfather to his family. He constantly put others first and was passionate about ministering to those in need. Mike is survived by his loving wife, Judy Sullivan Whaley; his two daughters, Lisa Michelle Prater (Sam) and Regina Celeste Lineberry (Joe); three grandchildren, William Michael Prater, Annastasia Celeste Lineberry, and Sarah Michelle Prater; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 2:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church of St. George Island, the church where Mike was the Pastor up until the time of his passing. The Church is located at 501 East Bayshore Drive, St. George Island, Florida 32328. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in Mike's memory to the St. George Island Christian Retreat Center by mail to: 501 East Bayshore Drive, St. George, Florida, 32328; or online at SGICHRISTIANRETREAT.com The family is being assisted by James Sircy and cared for by Jackie Fulford of Young Fulford Funeral Home and Crematory, Tallahassee, Florida. 850.610.4444 YoungFulford.com

Robert Michael Whaley

January 2, 1945 - September 4, 2022