I knew Glen from st Francis Cabrini. My most vivid memory is CYO. Playing cabbage ball then going to parkway tavern after. He always had a smile on his face   HAvent seen him in a few years but the last time he gave me a big hug n kiss and that smile. RIP Glen

Whitey was a New Orleans fixture.  He will be missed dearly. I was happy to be able to catch up with him from time to time because we both worked in the French Quarter. A true Gentilly boy, he also attended St. Frances Cabrini Elementary(ain't dere no more.)

So sad that another beautiful soul is gone.  I've known Glen since the very early years at St Frances Cabrini and cherish the many wonderful memories.  I was very fortunate to have him take care of us at Antoine's for a very important occasion about a year ago.  He made it a perfect night for us and we will never forget it.  I'm thankful we were able to reconnect.  A great person who will be sadly missed!

R.I.P. Glen, you will be greatly missed at Antoine's by so many  ❤ Elizabeth

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Whitehurst and Hennessey families. Whitey was such a kind man, and he will be missed. His Liuzza's Restaurant family cherished the time he worked with us, and we will always remember how his smile and laughter made everyone feel special.Truly, one of the finest! Rest in peace, Whitey.

So sad to learn about his passing.  He is one of the greats!!  A friend to all and always a smile on his face.  I will miss him getting my Mike in trouble as they look so much alike we called him brother.....he never told us about his illness last month when we spoke, instead he was inviting us to his condo....hard to believe he is really gone...we will miss him so much......love and prayers going out to his family.
Mike & Susan Mays, New Orleans LA

So sad when we read this in the newspaper.  Whitey was one of a kind and will be sorely missed by many.

WE LOST ONE OF THE GREAT ONES. SUCH A GREAT FRIEND,ONE THAT CAN'T BE REPLACED. WHITEY AND I WOULD TAKE MY SON CASEY TO FLORDIA ALL THE TIME. HE WAS SO LOYAL AND SINCERE AS A PERSON AND A FRIEND. LOVED HIM AND BEING WITH HIM. THAT SMILE IN THE PICTURE SUMS IT ALL UP. JUST A JOY TO BE WITH AND AROUND. I KNOW WE ALL LOVE GOING OUT WITH HIM AND HANGING OUT. HE WAS SUCH A PLEASUR TO BE AROUND. IF YOU EVER HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF BEEN WITH SOMEONE LIKE WHITEY YOU ARE BLESSED. A GREAT SON A GREAT BROTHER AND A GREAT FRIEND. THANKS FOR MAKING US ALL LAUGH.LOVE YA BROTHER AND WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU GREG AND CLAUDIA.WHITEY YOU ARE AND WILL BE MISSED. LOVE YA BRO

I  am truely sorry to hear about Glen. Of course ya'll both know that Glen and Gary were my best friends. I often remember calling him and Gary to come out an play and how much fun we all had after homework and on the weekends.
I saw Glen recently at Brother Martin's Reunion. He said that he along with you both use to enjoy watching all of us get in our cars in the morning and re-arrange them. The last time was when Liz and I went to Antoine's where he treated us both like VIPs. I really enjoyed getting to talk with him. I am sure he is in a better place now.

GLEN AND I MET OUR FIRST YEAR AT BROTHER MARTIN. WE PLAYED FOOTBALL TOGETHER. GLEN WAS ALWAYS A GREAT GUY. MY HEART IS HEAVY. MY PRAYERS R WITH HIS FAMILY. MAY GOD WELCOME GLEN INTO HEAVEN. U WILL BE MISSED MY FRIEND  !!

Whitey and I met the first day of kindergarten and remained not only friends but great friends these many years.  I sincerely remember meeting him at the water fountain on the first day of school.  He was a loyal and encouraging friend through thick and thin.  The laughs we shared together over these many years are indeed priceless.  I am so glad I visited him last week, in the hospital, and feel like I may have represented his multitude of friends.  I told him I loved him  before I left and I meant it from the bottom of my heart. 
Bobby Lipscomb

On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences.  The Brothers will say a Mass in his memory.

Kenny Spellman '84
Alumni Director

Mr. Glen, we're at work today, but its just not the same without you. You will be missed. RIP.

We are so sorry that he is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Gwendolyn and I offer our condolences to Claudia and Greg and the entire Whitehurst family.  Whitey and I talked a couple of weeks ago and he told me he had lung cancer.  We spoke a couple of times after that and the amazing thing is that he never once complained or even sounded bitter about the situation even though it was obvious he was in a lot of pain.  He accepted it and vowed to fight.  Having known Whitey through grade school, then high school and college and beyond and rooming together on Bunker Hill and in BR, I can say that he was one of the nicest, sincere and loyal people I have ever known and also one of the funniest.  He always had a smile on his face and was extremely witty.  Anybody who met Whitey liked him immediately.  I have too many fond memories to count and there are many Whitey memories we will share at his service but most of all I will miss getting together with one of my best friends.

God bless you Whitey and also your family at this sad time in their lives.  You were always one of the best of my friends, and our good times spent together over the last 45 years will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my Brother.

OBITUARY

Glen Whitey Whitehurst

November 15, 1957 – October 28, 2016

Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

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