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@elainefletcher77872 ай бұрын
@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Thankyou Mark for shareing this video, please keep us updated with more videos. ❤️
@LetArtsLive2 ай бұрын
And Ray is still not wearing a belt LOL
@grimtrigg3r2 ай бұрын
I’ve been a ground news subscriber for a couple of years, it’s definitely a great resource for bias recognition.
@SoleJourner2 ай бұрын
A lot going on on that porch. 😅
@ericameador77062 ай бұрын
@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Mark where were all the doggies??
@makkrohero592 ай бұрын
It’s pretty clear that Ray sees you as a genuine friend. The smile on his face when you meet is joyful.
@WaynesPokeWorld2 ай бұрын
We love Ray he’s a gem
@Yizee2 ай бұрын
I bet Ray lives a long life he already has. Something to do with germs and not washing seems to strengthen your immune system that it can battle diseases much better than other people.
@Lisabug26592 ай бұрын
Ray has a genuine affection for Mark and he understands a lot more than people give him credit for. Wish he could use a communication board. Sweet man.
@FitzMastaflex2 ай бұрын
Pulls at the heartstrings every damn time! 😊❤
@SlickDangler102 ай бұрын
That's because he's been a friend to Ray for real.
@jensss.Ай бұрын
I love how Mark continues to always ask Ray questions as if he’s suddenly going to answer with words. Seems to make Ray happy to be included in the conversation like everyone else is.
@joedrum7905Ай бұрын
Love Ray
@maryc1849Ай бұрын
@@jensss. I agree!!! That's very sweet, it does make him happy. His family most likley don't do that quote as much due to the fact he can't answer ☹️
@Jean-g4qАй бұрын
Ray loves mark ❣️‼️❣️
@CheapsKate77Ай бұрын
@@maryc1849 It seems like most of the family can’t talk anyway.
@cautionTosserАй бұрын
Ray does understand. And who knows? Maybe one day he will speak a recognizable word. My bet is that he just hasn't thought of anything worth telling this useless world yet. :D
@djfreake2 ай бұрын
That hug from ray…. That is pure trust, and pure love. I know he’s caught so much flack with his arrangement with the Whittaker’s but that can’t be faked. Touching to see the joy ray had when he saw mark. That’s special.
@abbeylan79822 ай бұрын
And Mark loves Ray! So precious
@marknyeste36042 ай бұрын
Yep!
@-Beon2 ай бұрын
Beautiful family making the best of what they have and enjoying life at the same time
@HeatherBoo9162 ай бұрын
I agree, that kind of love can't be faked
@katizz9882 ай бұрын
Timmy is funny😊
@MissblaakАй бұрын
Did you all hear Larry? He basically said Ray got happy when he heard Mark was coming in so he got cleaned up! Aww ❤❤❤
@MoosieQ68Ай бұрын
Maybe it was for the girl. But you can tell he genuinely likes Mark.
@MissblaakАй бұрын
@@MoosieQ68😂 you might be right.
@LilyBah_Ай бұрын
How sweet!!!
@Ihup-um2yn2 күн бұрын
Aww about what sista, feel bad for our own people that crackers have put us through feel bad about that, not these damn crackers .!
@Shellgreengirl2 ай бұрын
Forgive and forget, life is too short . .Your a good person mark to let it go. Look how happy Timmy and Ray are to see you.
@LB-gr7gu2 ай бұрын
Your.all soul Mark ❣️
@secretarykat15872 ай бұрын
What has happenbed?
@jerk58282 ай бұрын
Yes sir
@wintermute_3092 ай бұрын
What happened?
@jerk58282 ай бұрын
@@wintermute_309 well Bj the girl in this video was taking almost all their money from mark for drugs. She called mark one day and said her dad died the guy in the video and said she needed money for his funeral. All of them lied for her and mark shows up and caught them all lying
@WaynesPokeWorld2 ай бұрын
Not many people may realise Mark first met this family in 2004. He’s dedicated 20 years of his life to them. Now millions of us love them ❤
@Ftybr572 ай бұрын
Yes people know this. It’s not a secret.
@ChannelControl-l3z2 ай бұрын
@@Ftybr57I didn’t know until he said it today I was thinking like 5 or 6 years he’s known them
@HannahJohansen2 ай бұрын
@@Ftybr57nope didn’t have a clue!
@BlackWidowBenji2 ай бұрын
@@Ftybr57nobody said it was a secret snarky pants
@lehcimst2 ай бұрын
@@Ftybr57 I've been watching this channel for quite some time. I never knew this...
@oceanstaiga5928Ай бұрын
Honestly props for Larry to stand up and first thing he says is an apology, he clearly was thinking about what happened.
@anntunaley9974Ай бұрын
It was very nice of him. But when Mark told him he missed them and Larry said he (or they) missed him too, mark came back with you missed the money. Larry looked hurt and said come on. As if to say that comment was mean. And it was . Then mark immediately says, “I’m going to sit in this chair. I may have to throw away my clothes afterwards but I’m going to do it. “. If mark came to make peace with this family, why is he making such rude remarks? It makes me lose a lot of respect for him. And makes me think he’s only doing it because he lost followers when he stopped interviewing this family. I really felt they had screwed mark over and I took his side when this first happened but now I think he’s only there for the Whittaker fans to come back to his channel.How pathetic. He was very rude to them in their own home. Shame on him.Those remarks were unnecessary. Especially the one about the furniture.
@oceanstaiga5928Ай бұрын
@@anntunaley9974 have to be honest, I can’t watch any more of rebbeca after mark made a whole big deal of not engaging in her cycle of addiction anymore only to exploit her some more just weeks or months after. It does feel iffy with the whittaker family too…
@kathrynmoore2370Ай бұрын
In fairness Mark isn't a counsellor was probably feeling a little unsure as well as still feeling slightly hurt but he came through after the ice was broken didn't he. Maybe look for the overwhelming positive instead of nit picking the odd non perfect bits @@anntunaley9974
@Linda-dx4btАй бұрын
@@anntunaley9974 I agree. Lost respect for Mark after this video. He made money off of them also. His condescending sarcasm wasn't necessary.
@UnreleasedLofiАй бұрын
He just wants the money. Larry is an evil son of a bitch, he legit gave Timmy a permanent scar on his head from the hammer, pay attention’s
@brokechef1606Ай бұрын
Man Ray is so genuinely happy to see Mark every time he shows up. Can’t help but to smile.
@Jean-g4qАй бұрын
Ray looked like he was ready to cry when he hugged ( mark ) ray & Timmy loves mark he was so so happy to see mark ❣️ thank you mark ❣️‼️❣️
@arnoldmesser2517Ай бұрын
Mark I really glad you help the family If I ever won the lottery or big money I would get them the new home and money to set them for rest of their live .I from Wva family still there I'm in fla But one day I will make the Family as happy as can be Us Wva people stick together ❤️ ♥️ 💙 💕 💖 💜 ❤️
@JojoJogetАй бұрын
Well he’s as smart as the dogs.
@Johanna-v9b20 күн бұрын
Well, maybe that's why he peed himself
@27neverloseАй бұрын
Ray knows deep down that Mark has been good for his family. You can tell the way Ray smiles when he see's Mark and give him a hug....
@KrystalHarwood-z1bАй бұрын
id love to hang out with this family. they seem so much nicer than some people
@kusipaa86838 күн бұрын
@@KrystalHarwood-z1b They are animals and could cut you down at any given moment. Inbreds are like gorillas, they have superior muscle strength, as they lack the brain capacity to do anything more demanding
@strawberrycupcake44712 ай бұрын
This video is about the Whittakers but for me its about Mark...a really genuine, lovely man, heaven sent for sure.
@nataliemadrigal8992 ай бұрын
So true. Mark is a genuine 😇.
@Howard9072 ай бұрын
The videos he puts out are incredible stories.
@deigamohamed707Ай бұрын
Yes👏🏾
@mariacperez-fondon543Ай бұрын
This man is an angel on hearth.❤
@SilverG1Ай бұрын
Shush
@keekee9522 ай бұрын
It was so nice of you to visit. Ray genuinely cares about you Mark. He is so happy to see you.
@christinalock99372 ай бұрын
Please don't stop visiting Ray. Maybe you could have a whole day dedicated to Ray, spoiling him with treats.
@tracylongest3842 ай бұрын
Yes and maybe a new T. V. 😊
@77D7772 ай бұрын
Ray has absolutly no idea what the hell is going on 😂
@thanksgrace2 ай бұрын
@@77D777 ableist comment to be honest. plus when Mark asked if his birthday was coming up he vocalized and shook his head up and down.
@katizz9882 ай бұрын
I don't even know Mark personally, but I care about him. He's a heartfelt loving person who helps to heal the hurt. Thanks for sharing Mark.
@carlalloyd8892Ай бұрын
Ray so obviously loves Mark.. his face tells a story.. the way he looks at Mark. A genuine and heartfelt friendship. So glad Mark went back. ❤🏴🇬🇧xxx
@moladhdodhia164Ай бұрын
Mark should take Ray for a visit to Chicago during Christmas time.
@anitaerhardt8717Ай бұрын
Ray & Timmy love seeing you Mark. They don’t care about material things, they just love the friendship ♥️
@lisaakinlabiАй бұрын
This is what life is about forgiveness and understanding! Mark I am so pleased that you had this reunion, it was good for you, The Whitakers and those of us who have followed this story. Always keep kindness in your heart, it's healing.
@flamingswordoftruth7847Ай бұрын
I hope Mark knows BJ is still on meth. She had track marks all over her arms then she realized Mark would see them so she went inside and put on a long sleeve hoodie.
@amberl5513Ай бұрын
@@flamingswordoftruth7847I’d need to go back and look closer, but could they be scars from her previous use?
@flamingswordoftruth7847Ай бұрын
@@amberl5513 Could be old, but if so it wasnt long ago. I work in the emergency room in a trauma one hospital I've seen hundreds of meth heads I have to say BJ didn't look high and it doesn't look like she has been high the night before so maybe she is doing well, but it won't last unless she gets long term inpatient treatment. I hate to see Mark get screwed over again.
@conniesavage3770Ай бұрын
BJ and the other dude were acting weird like they were on some sneaky stuff so I think they are still somehow getting money for their drug habits by staying over there. I can't quite put my finger on it but something ain't right with those two
@cartergomez5390Ай бұрын
This is the first time I see this and I was thinking 🤔 don’t touch them cause they full of disease 🦠
@lynfalienergy47812 ай бұрын
Ray, Timmy & Lorraine are so innocent. They're living in the middle of chaos yet they are pure of heart. Ive missed this family. Thank you for revisiting them & doing an update. I appreciate you so much, Mark. Stay safe.
@CarolynnMc012 ай бұрын
timmy and lorraine sleep together and have for years. that doesn't seem right!
@angieallsup2 ай бұрын
It’s about the ratings..not Ray timmy or Lorraine…they haven’t a clue
@lynfalienergy47812 ай бұрын
@@CarolynnMc01 How do you know that?
@asabovesobelow79812 ай бұрын
@@CarolynnMc01 U feel better sharing that? lol sweet of ya
@Bella-ht5jb9he3z2 ай бұрын
@@lynfalienergy4781Betty said they sleep together in one of the earlier videos.
@cyndyrn1Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark and crew for letting us come along on your visit. I have checked back often for updates on this family. Blessings from Oklahoma to you and this family
@troutbumdiaries4420Ай бұрын
As someone who resides in West Virginia and knows the history of this family. Mark is the only KZbinr I like to see with them. None of the other ones go there with any intention of doing anything but gaining views. Mark is genuinely just a good guy. And at this point in his career he has made it. The views don’t matter anymore he legitimately has love for this family. Most KZbinrs would have jumped at the drama and used it for views. Mark stepped away during that time. Which further proves to me he has nothing but good intentions! I don’t care what anyone has to say. I know a legitimate good person when I see one.
@ShakeDownStreet0714Ай бұрын
Tyler Oliveira just used this family for views which is disgusting imo.
@MickmickersАй бұрын
Excellent reply, 👋 hello from West Virginia. We love them too. Mark is an angel❤
@tinabrewington9953Ай бұрын
I agree
@doctriestosew4333Ай бұрын
What drama. Please explain what happened
@junkyardwidowАй бұрын
Nice to see this! Truly shows that bringing people in instead of pushing them away is the path to healing ❤️🩹
@CaribbeanQueen72xx2 ай бұрын
Mark is the reason why this family is now known . Mark is a rare gem, beautiful spirit 🥰🥰
@mack7329Ай бұрын
They could’ve stayed hidden….
@SeekingGreetingsАй бұрын
Known in what way? People are so critical.
@amysnews6808Ай бұрын
@@RyanTaylor1223 No, Mark has been dealing with them since early 2000s. He was going around doing photography and a local police officer introduced him.
@words.Of.Truth.Ай бұрын
This family is now loved
@BuddystemzАй бұрын
You think they care that they’re known?
@taylor_straub2 ай бұрын
“I’m very good at forgiving and understanding.” Mark is such a badass.
@corifortneycofo2767Ай бұрын
Maybe...but this family makes him money! He's a nice guy, but he is not stupid.
@Travis-uz4xqАй бұрын
I actually think he’s as genuine as they come. I wasn’t sure in his earlier videos but now I can see it!
@milanekrkaneАй бұрын
@@corifortneycofo2767 thats a fair assumption... but he would definately not know so many details and remember them for so long if he wasnt genuine... other way around would be completely crszy
@iHaveTheDocumentsАй бұрын
That's like a farmer refusing to farm his crop because it didn't do what he wanted. He's gonna come back to farm because he's not gonna leave this money making machine for too long, that's just bad business
@nbsoboleskiАй бұрын
@corifortneycofo2767 Not to seem naive, but Mark Laita has achieved stable fame and financial success for over a decade. Yes, he continues to actively build his portfolio with SWU interviews, but ppl forget that he could walk away from all of it and he'd be fine. So dropping the Whittakers to avoid the deep stress and drama that comes from online controversy and deep trolling, wouldn't be a big deal. He was ready to do it. I just think he cooled off, BJ got her shit together, and ppl were able to realize that idiots "spilling the tea" isn't always based upon a real scandal.
@PandaReeseDesignsАй бұрын
You give people a voice who when they’ve been ignored so long. Learned so much over the past decade. Thank you Mark for all you do
@aprildelcastillo64732 ай бұрын
The way Ray’s eyes lit up when he saw you….Priceless
@Grace_steiner2 ай бұрын
I just love that so much ❤
@gamma21285Ай бұрын
He raped a woman once
@gavinhaynes56322 ай бұрын
2.4k comments and everyone is Courteous and respectful and I love it. Gratitude is king.
@77D7772 ай бұрын
Yeah cuz everyone has to be nice. Say one thing bad and your literally get bashed in the comments.. I don’t think Ray has no idea wtf is going on around him at all.. he can’t even talk.. he barks like a dog.. yet mark keeps asking him questions like he’s gonna speak proper English.. and people be like HE IS SO SMART.. Albert Einstein was smart.
@kim_83772 ай бұрын
@@77D777Hold on their mister thang…as someone who has worked with individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities for about 16+ yrs if they can not form words as you or I per say and have a conversation. They within their own personality (because let’s remember their still human beings) develop or learn “their” own way of communicating. If your around them and get to know them and if your smart you will pick up on the way they communicate whatever that may be is different within one’s self… and at that you can communicate back and forth…Don’t make fun or be ignorant to individuals of any kind of handicap, I’m sure they didn’t ask to be brought into this fu€ked up world as it is…
@matthewmichaels6692 ай бұрын
@@77D777He understands some of it. When Mark said to him you got a birthday coming up Ray answered yes yes.
@StevieRake732 ай бұрын
Saying you’re gonna have to throw your clothes away after you sit in the chair and respectful and courteous?
@77D7772 ай бұрын
@@StevieRake73 right I caught that also 😂
@kp87402 ай бұрын
You sounded genuinely happy when speaking with this family. They are very lucky to have you in their lives.
@workingonme85Ай бұрын
Are they though ? They’ve has a contract with him for years . Look like they’re doing a lot better to you?
@Tank70123Ай бұрын
You can tell Ray genuinely loves Mark. He always gets excited when Mark shows up.
@TheCooknShare2 ай бұрын
You can see the sadness in Ray’s eyes. He misses you.
@shelleymullin90322 ай бұрын
I'm a big Canadian fan of your cooking show. Was surprised when I seen your comment. It's nice to see such a wide variety of people who care about all the work that Mark is done. And all the love and time he's put into this family that he cares about. PS think I've made everyone of your recipes at this point.
@USMagazine1002Ай бұрын
I ain’t missing you Since you been gone… away I ain’t missing you
@theravagedgrapefruit8190Ай бұрын
I think you just perceive sadness. Ray is happier than a pig in mud seeing Mark!
@EricRendonXJАй бұрын
No you can't, don't lie. I mean he might've been sad, but you couldn't see it in those tear ducks
@TheCooknShareАй бұрын
@@shelleymullin9032 Thanks so much. Yes, it’s very kind of Mark. This family deserves kindness.
@blackiegohardАй бұрын
Thank you for taking us for the visit Mark. This is wonderful to see their faces doing well and ALIVE.
@VAHOSSАй бұрын
Don't forget to support their gofundne
@MemwarАй бұрын
Ugh why is one homie barking 😮
@celinemccutcheon1988Ай бұрын
@@Memwar that's the way he communicates. Unfortunately lots of inbreeding 😕
@lorettaestebane3625Ай бұрын
After having been taken advantage of and lied to by some of the Whittaker family your caring enough to visit them shows that you have a very kind heart . You are a beautiful person Sir . And your care and compassion makes the world a more beautiful place . Please don't ever change . You are a true inspiration .
@JamiePoynorАй бұрын
It's sad the extended family is the ones that lied.
@The_loose_endАй бұрын
I am so glad you are such a forgiving person Mark. This family’s fortune has truly changed with you! They are all so happy to see you!
@markleach1162 ай бұрын
Mark - I am so happy to see that you have not written off this lovely family as a 'lost cause'. You not only provide financial and emotional support to them, you also remind all of us that ALL people should be respected no matter what bad hands life has dealt to them!
@bessiefunk20372 ай бұрын
You can be caring but not naive....Loads of donated cash were used for drugs and not for the intended purposes of a new house and appliances. The able bodied working age young Whitaker's refuse to take meaningful jobs
@adamfoddy98512 ай бұрын
He supplies them with drug money. Nothing else.
@christophershane17712 ай бұрын
@@adamfoddy9851because ray and Timmy do tons of drugs 😂
@markleach1162 ай бұрын
@@adamfoddy9851 I guess you missed the episodes where he takes them shopping.
@markleach1162 ай бұрын
@@christophershane1771 Right ... except for BJ and her kids there isn't a lot of drug use going on in the family. Some people can only see the negatives in situations.
@pofthecastle2 ай бұрын
Mark took a hit with the Whitakers but came back with a forgiving heart. You will be blessed 100 times over for your kindness and grace. You have a gift Mark. Keep using it. ❤
@SLOC1992Ай бұрын
what hit?
@Slim_T_ODBАй бұрын
@SLOC1488 you stole my question lmao What hit?! You think Mark lost money on this deal? 😂 he only had to invest more than he anticipated. Don't get it twisted. This isn't charity.
@SLOC1992Ай бұрын
@@Slim_T_ODB i dont know nothing about it whatsoever. hence i asked. all i understand is he has been there before
@danamiller9036Ай бұрын
He has taken more than one fit if that’s what you call giving to people in need and getting took lied too heart broken
@jenniefrost3074Ай бұрын
@@SLOC1992I don’t know if you saw it but another content creator said Mark stole money raised for the Whittier family on go fund me, when really the family lied about it. Mark showed receipts for money he sent to them, thousands of dollars, when the money was raised for them to build a house I’m pretty sure.
@carolcrombie67272 ай бұрын
It's good to see them all again. Ray just loves you Mark, that never falters.
@carolclover12382 ай бұрын
You need to explore More cultures thatare different from what you're used to...Get out of your comfort zone@Bissmanqt
@Bella-ht5jb9he3z2 ай бұрын
@BissmanqtJust because they look different doesn't mean they don't have feelings.
@billierowe14812 ай бұрын
@@Bella-ht5jb9he3z I thought about their feelings when Mark said I’m going to sit in this chair, but I mite have to throw my clothes away. Who goes to someone’s house and says that?? 🤷♀️
@0ctoPopeАй бұрын
@Bissmanqt you're far from handsome my dude.
@kole0429Ай бұрын
& mark loves him too ❤❤❤
@JudyFloyd-e7bАй бұрын
Glad to see them again! Thanks for going back!
@southerngirltlc65042 ай бұрын
Although i am still not convinced that BJ has good intentions, I am so happy to see the family! Thank you Mark!!
@AmyLou4022 ай бұрын
Nope. BJ is still stealing from them and not clean.
@wvgirl72642 ай бұрын
I mean, she's a thick woman wearing a hoodie in August and she's an addict, addicts can bs you all day long to convince you they're "clean".
@hawkrose8403Ай бұрын
I would have to agree with you there….
@barbriley6021Ай бұрын
Agreed. I don't think she's clean or trustworthy.
@jenniferslagle5642Ай бұрын
I would not trust her at all
@AlvinUselton2 ай бұрын
Ray and Timmy are super special. That hug from Ray Ray was priceless. Their love and friendship is genuine.it’s the innocent that seems to always suffer the most.
@daphnehinds5581Ай бұрын
Isn't that the truth. When I saw this video a while ago, I clicked as fast as I could. It makes my heart so happy that Mark went for a visit. You are a wonderful human being, Mark. God bless you!
@bonniemiller40412 ай бұрын
Thank you Mark. What a wonderful surprise to wake up to this morning. It's so said to see the older Whittaker's health deteriorating-such is life. Your return visit was a beautiful sight.❤
@randyhanners67112 ай бұрын
thank you mark for the video I've been wondering how they were all doing health why's . I hope there will be more videos of them to come .
@angelashimmel6784Ай бұрын
This makes me so happy,that you are back with the Whittaker crew! God Bless them can’t wait to see all of the new footage
@cpt-daddy2 ай бұрын
What started as curiosity of a family unlike another, has quickly turned into a story of addiction and recovery. It’s been quite a journey, thank you Mark for allowing us to be apart of it
@kole0429Ай бұрын
the opiate epidemic has affected everyone in the U.S. .. these folks are no different 😢
@MissblaakАй бұрын
Especially when you binge watch the playlist! Praying for them. 🙏🏾
@JS55505Ай бұрын
(x) doubt on the recovery
@CATNAPREAL11882 ай бұрын
F it, this made me cry !! I Love the FORGIVENESS of it ! Mark, YOU ARE THE KIND OF MAN THE WORLD NEEDS MORE OF ! THANK YOU FOR FORGIVING THEM ! Drug's destroy families, friendships and Lives, HOWEVER...There is ALWAYS room for FORGIVENESS and LOVE. TIMMY MISSED YOU MARK. He probably doesn't understand what has gone, all he probably knows is that his Friend was gone. This touched my heart. THANK YOU FOR YOUR FORGIVENESS MARK, as an Ex drug addict, I'm So impressed that you can forgive and go forward. How Human is THAT?? KUDOS ! May God Bless You and the Whitakers.
@Gypsy-o1m2 ай бұрын
Amen...
@robertakaiser96312 ай бұрын
I agree
@sassychick7238Ай бұрын
Yes. Timmy and Ray missed him so much. Ray following him everywhere.
@BillyKnocemАй бұрын
What needs to be forgiven, please fill me in. I’m not privy to what happened
@DeadBeatX27 күн бұрын
@@BillyKnocembasically bj was reaching out to mark saying she needed money for her father's death which was to find her drug addiction. She was using Betty's phone to contact him and Betty didn't tell him it wasn't true and while this stuff was happening another KZbinr had came out to see them and started saying that marks go fund me was being kept for himself since they didn't have a new house. Nobody spoke up for Mark to mention how much money he was consistently giving them, basically preventing it from building up to be enough for a new house. Mark has given them his own personal money outside of the gofundme funds. That's as abridged as I can make it
@SHAYUPIVERАй бұрын
Ive been watching the Whitaker's ever since SWU started filming them. And I have grown to care about them all. Ray always brings a smile to my face. Hes always so excited to see Mark. ❤ So glad Betty is ok and survived her heart attack.
@tkledinАй бұрын
Ray looks like he has an eye infection. I hope he’s getting treatments.
@SHAYUPIVERАй бұрын
@@tkledin I didn't even notice that until I read your comment. I really hope he is getting that looked at as well.
@3bsd69bhmdfawp9Ай бұрын
Thanks to whoever looked after the furry kids. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏
@JustinMajors-n1v3 күн бұрын
The family looks after the dogs
@paulabrensinger23492 ай бұрын
Thanks for not giving up on this family. Your followers have grown to care about this family and wonder how they are doing.
@moxy57082 ай бұрын
Larrys looking good considering hes been dead 6 months 😂
@rasmusrs_maus20772 ай бұрын
i was thinking the same :=)
@maganalia2 ай бұрын
I still can't believe BJ did that.
@BerryBerry14652 ай бұрын
@@maganaliaYah, she's looking guilty.
@kdeloris22252 ай бұрын
He had a resurrection 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@jataun1978RoTex2 ай бұрын
😂 Makaveili
@pzh3334Ай бұрын
When I watch the Whittaker family it always makes me think about how we all have our little patch of home. It might not be like your own, but it's theirs.
@dallastrujillo7540Ай бұрын
I wish I had family.
@mzjbell13Ай бұрын
@@dallastrujillo7540hugs 🫶
@humanbeing8400Ай бұрын
We shouldn't try to normalize this. It's not fair for them to be living in squalor. They are clearly incapable of controlling their money and making good decisions when it comes to spending.
@LisaNeary-y3tАй бұрын
Me too...I wish I had a big family....I'm down to my two sons and one Aunt by marriage.@@dallastrujillo7540
@kusipaa86838 күн бұрын
I think they had some sort of showers in Germany c. 1940-1945 for animals like these
@gailarnold9521Ай бұрын
bless you and everyone helping folks with their problems. makes the rest of the world feel humble...i hope.
@ReneeB52 ай бұрын
When you were talking with the family member… Ray kept looking over at you showing such happiness for you being there. Holding his hand up waving at you… melted my heart. Mark, I grew up mostly In Ky. I’m in Florida now.but lived mostly in Ky… my dad’s family is from VA. They lived a lot like this. It humbled my heart 🩷
@brendaschultz71612 ай бұрын
I miss sitting on the front porch with my grand parents and just talking about whatever. Precious memories.
@libragirl44712 ай бұрын
Same. If everyone would just consider this a nice visit with some nice country folks it wouldn't get under people's skin the way it does. And of course I'm not supporting BJs addiction but she enjoys the visit too. They were very apologetic. It's not our business the sincerity of BJ.
@dorothybentley64292 ай бұрын
@@brendaschultz7161 I do to love to sit on my grandparents porch and talk about old times the struggles they went through.a memory that can never be taken away from me.
@deadman4192 ай бұрын
@@libragirl4471 who is BJ and what did they do? i don't really have much context for this video.
@AC_fl2 ай бұрын
@@deadman419BJ is Larry’s daughter & she lied to Mark to allegedly get $ for Larry’s funeral (video was “Death of Larry Whittaker”) but Larry was alive
@christinalock99372 ай бұрын
Your grandparents memories sound wonderful. Sadly I never got to know any of mine.
@kdeloris22252 ай бұрын
That heart attack has knocked the stuffing out of Betty. She looks exhausted
@libragirl44712 ай бұрын
She sure does. Then when he said it's been twenty years I realized they are all still kicking and something must be right because this family lives to fairly old ages.
@ktay40422 ай бұрын
She seem like she is still hurting.
@allergiesrusdb2 ай бұрын
Betty said they wanted to do a triple(?) bypass but she said no to it. If that is true, her time is limited I’m sure. She’s the glue for sure in their family. I’m so glad drugs are gone and the family is on more of an even keel! ❤
@Searchd4U2 ай бұрын
Her outfit was pretty. She’s trying to feel better ❤️🩹
@ariesfairy44442 ай бұрын
@@Searchd4Ui was just about to say that! that yellow top flatters her so well and makes her eyes pop more she looks pretty💛
@seakinirelandАй бұрын
Timmy, Lorraine and Ray. I loved how excited Ray and Timmy were to see you
@HollyBird29Ай бұрын
The wonderful thing about this family is that they are so kind to each other! They don't make fun of each other or put each other down they really try to work and be respectful of each other!
@suzanneanderson69212 ай бұрын
Ray is so happy to see Mark. Makes my heart smile.
@Gypsy-Rose-Old-NoseАй бұрын
You are one in a million Mark. Most ppl would’ve reported about them & never returned but you formed a bond with them & helped the family as much as you could. They are blessed to have you. ♥️
@smilinwolfette1978Ай бұрын
I’ve followed you fr 20yrs mark , from your first time introducing this family and the grace n love you show millions of viewers is gods testament through you .
@tammycampbell112Ай бұрын
Thank you, Mark, for going back, and for forgiving them. Ray and Timmy were so happy to see you.
@robbie59842 ай бұрын
I’m so happy we are seeing them again. Such a special relationship you have with them.
@MS198912 ай бұрын
The 3 legged dog was probably happiest to see Mark.
@natalie57072 ай бұрын
The dogs use to bark the whollllllllle video. Now they are so relaxed around everyone it’s nice.
@moregravity0332 ай бұрын
I always look for that pitbull as soon as he walks up the porch lol ❤
@Suspiria272 ай бұрын
@@MS19891 I never noticed he had 3 legs. What happened to him do u know?
@im_agine8522 ай бұрын
They say to lock your dog and your spouse in the car trunk and take an hour drive. When the drive is over, who do you think will be happier to see you?
@Suspiria272 ай бұрын
@@im_agine852🤣
@dawnsky11Ай бұрын
Mark, thanks for the update and also for being so kind. The Whittakers are a special family. We are all rooting for them!
@klippitykloppity2 ай бұрын
I think this is the best shape I've ever seen Ray in. John seems nice. Hope everyone's recovery continues and improves.
@Tonianne182 ай бұрын
@@klippitykloppity he's a child abuser
@roman22272 ай бұрын
still whipin his dick out before getting to the bathroom
@09cokeefe2 ай бұрын
He is even thinner and arthritis seems worse, same poor hygiene, but his spirits do seem high
@Bella-ht5jb9he3z2 ай бұрын
@09cokeefe Agree. They all looked thinner. Timmy in the hospital for bug bites. Maybe bedbugs. Betty looks tired. House is worse. Hope they all will be ok.
@joannsanders242Ай бұрын
That’s funny, I didn’t think Ray looked good. He was very quiet and stand offish. Not animated like he usually is.
@lettyboone58292 ай бұрын
Thank you for not forgetting about this family. You're a good man, Mark.
@VAHOSSАй бұрын
Don't forget to support the family's gofundme
@MaltedPukeАй бұрын
Agreed
@WaynesPokeWorld2 ай бұрын
I’ll be honest I came across this family years ago & initially they scared me. I was quick to judge but through videos like this & being educated my outlook is different ❤ Thank you!
@CraigHolty2 ай бұрын
❤
@Thee_Baked_Bean2 ай бұрын
Same tbh …
@PaulLexton2 ай бұрын
Yep I was also that person
@lovelifelaugh27272 ай бұрын
I grew up around my mom working with people with disabilities and I later worked in the same field. A lot of the ISPs of clients history that I read mentioned that the clients parents were brother and sister hence the disability and they were never to know in some cases.
@Brandanmayhew2 ай бұрын
You bloody heartless pricks. The same types of people who would have judged the unvaxxed during covid. You're all a bloody disgrace. I want my apology thanks. You bunch of gaslighting A holes
@leeannafreeman2322Ай бұрын
Ray knows he’s a celebrity! ❤ Mark you are a good man. I’ve been following you for years and the Whittakers. I grew up in a family environment very similar. People can be so cruel when people are different. The world needs more people like you. ❤
@vgoogleuser81362 ай бұрын
Rays welcoming delight upon seeing his friend is truly heartwarming and earned, Mark. Larry's humble response to you holding them to their past behavior paired with the mutual handshake was everything. ❤
@H20.2 ай бұрын
The place seems less chaotic, there's even a bit of floor space visible. Even their demeanour seems calmer, slightly happier or something. Koudos to Mark for all he's done for this family 👍
@donseiler13072 ай бұрын
They have aged.
@BrianVincent-k6g2 ай бұрын
They moved everything to the front porch
@Xoxotaybabe2 ай бұрын
😂😂@@BrianVincent-k6g
@lisaheltonhudson2 ай бұрын
It looked dirtier and more cluttered than ever to me... but they're happy people in spite of it!
@kwpp72 ай бұрын
@@lisaheltonhudson I think they've accumulated so much more garbage from people sending them stuff.
@TeresaBell-q5kАй бұрын
Mark, don't give up on the Whittaker's. They love and miss u. My heart goes out to them SOOOOO much. They need good people.
@aussietime9778Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark for continuing to do Whittaker family videos, despite the issues in the past. It warms my heart so much. Thank you Mark ❤
@thewitchofbathncАй бұрын
Thank you for all the updates. It's heartbreaking to see Betty feeling so poorly. But the way Ray lights up when he sees you is priceless. Thank you for never giving up on the Whittakers.
@kimMccommons2 ай бұрын
Warms my heart to see how Happy Ray and Larry were to see you Mark .They truly love you. God bless them all
@kole0429Ай бұрын
i think you mean Timmy & Ray
@kaylastephen162 ай бұрын
Not Timmy telling Lorraine to answer Mark 😂😂😂❤
@bettywilliams96332 ай бұрын
That was cute
@littlemisssunshine62722 ай бұрын
That was wholesome ❤
@kwpp72 ай бұрын
I love Timmy's personality 😊
@_18pack_2 ай бұрын
😂
@Shell_Bell4202 ай бұрын
That made me laugh too😂❤
@tracy9397Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark. It’s so good to see the family again. Ray just touches my heart. It seems his eye was really bothering him this time. I always pray for him and the family. ❤
@SharonJacobs-r2h2 ай бұрын
I hope you get a little more peace now, Mark. Mending fences with the Whitakers and Rebecca will help all of you. You've been such a big help to all of them. I'm positive they're glad to have you back, too. A big hello to Lauren. I'm glad you both keep in contact. A big hug to all from rural Michigan...🌻
@emilysager8462 ай бұрын
Thanks for going back Mark. You never give up on anyone, it just isn’t you.
@christinalock99372 ай бұрын
I think viewers need to know, the whittaker family has their challenges, forgiveness is a must.
@teresanovotny28762 ай бұрын
Right on!! ❤❤
@pamwilson34572 ай бұрын
You can see Ray missed you a lot, You really care for him, but who don't 😊. I'm so glad you are checking on them. Your a good hearted man .
@RebeccaLihongАй бұрын
Bijay is strong and healthy. She can do more than what she say, talking too much. She is a parasite. Thank you so much Mark for comming back to see this family. You are one of the best! ❣
@deckywalsh112 күн бұрын
she is an absolute Parasite and her father is no different!
@sparkythancztwiseКүн бұрын
I wish you'd learned more from Mark than you demonstrate above.
@kathleengold24172 ай бұрын
Thank you for your work…looking into the lives of those others step over on the sidewalk and others refuse to acknowledge even in their midst. Love the Wittakers.
@JT-ok6re2 ай бұрын
Ray is such a good man! He is so friendly and loving.
@Mountainshark2 ай бұрын
Not really. He's an inbred subhuman.
@AxYelloWxHamster2 ай бұрын
Funny to hear he was a hellraiser back in the day haha.
@pocketsand762 ай бұрын
Yeh yeh yeh!
@brookebowers12292 ай бұрын
they all are lovely it hard to judge them on their diseases and issues ... i have a soft spot fr Lorraine ! they are loveable folks! Mark's work is breathtaking in capturing them!
@kid_cat_dog2 ай бұрын
Ray is my favorite! He manages to communicate with his grunts just by the tones. He also has a pure heart full of unconditional love!
@nataliemadrigal8992 ай бұрын
BJ is still blaming everything on everyone. Telling everyone elses stories. She is still using. I can feel it.
@texastwister69882 ай бұрын
Well hell yeah. Free methadone. She's high everyday..
@listenlinda32492 ай бұрын
i think so to
@tnolan31762 ай бұрын
When she said she didnt like the suboxone !! That said to me she is still using !! Plus she is lighting up those cigarettes one after the other !!
@davidhavard19082 ай бұрын
For sure she is getting High
@WeggieQueen20052 ай бұрын
She's an addict. It will always be everyone that is at fault. Never her.
@ravensmoon1699Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark for updating us on the family. My heart is with them.
@lmoore5264Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark for forgiving the Whittakers. It made me so happy to see you going back and making videos of them again. I worried lot's about them. Love and respect for you Mark. They are getting old and they aren't gonna be around much longer. So try to spend as much time with them as you can.
2 ай бұрын
We can learn a lot from Mark. He continues to care, love, and forgive others - even when he knows it unlikely that it may not be reciprocated. I respect you, Mark!
@JeffDavis-hg2to2 ай бұрын
Even when Mark asked Timmy, "who his Dad is?" Knowing full well Timmy was conceived via a SA incident? Then when Mark is told what he already knows (Loraine was assaulted to conceive Timmy) he ask, "Is that how they do it out here?"
@franciscofranco57392 ай бұрын
He told the family to their faces that when he showed up it was like Deliverance and how all their eyes were rolling around in different directions. Yah, what a nice guy. He’s only returning to them to see how his cash cows are doing.
@tamzenkarma2 ай бұрын
He's a rare one this is for sure
@Bella-ht5jb9he3z2 ай бұрын
@@JeffDavis-hg2toThat wasn't right and saying it was like Deliverance out here the first time he came to see them. We all know Lorraine was SA.
@Bella-ht5jb9he3z2 ай бұрын
@@franciscofranco5739Exactly 💯
@BrodieElizabeth2 ай бұрын
The love Ray has for you is incredible
@christinalock99372 ай бұрын
I'm sure every viewer of marks channel has the same love for Ray.
@tiff78802 ай бұрын
@@christinalock9937Absolutely ❤
@samanthafield2453Ай бұрын
Isn't it. Just so genuine. Just because he can't articulate, his eyes and smile say everything x
@SnakeCIA1Ай бұрын
14:23 good to see Ray well fed! 👃 👆 Yum! 😋
@tammyC1971Ай бұрын
Thank you Mark for revisiting the Whittaker family. I’ve been thinking about them. I’m glad to see that they are still there and doing good. Nice work Mark. May God Bless you for all the things that you have done for so many lost souls over the years.
@rubencv2102 ай бұрын
The happiness i felt when i got notified about a new Whittakers video was so much. Thanks Mark for everything you do.
@SippinOnSumSweetTeaa2 ай бұрын
I think I smiled thru the whole video. Thank you so much Mark. Watching you deal with this with dignity and respect is so commendable. Your forgiveness and patience is truly something we could all learn from. You help me be a better person each day, thank you.
@Toonces6662 ай бұрын
Me too. Mark is such a good human being.
@Kellden2 ай бұрын
Me too 😊
@kayjenkins42622 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Mark for forgiving the Wittakers, I have genuinely missed them. You are a genuinely great human being ❤
@chrisstewart5992Ай бұрын
Send them some money.
@braveorslaveАй бұрын
'Im going to sit in this chair, i might have to throw my clothes away after' What a disgusting thing to say. Its so so telling. It shows who mark is a person. The fact he even uploaded this too after saying it.
@SarahCarrizalesАй бұрын
Well it might not be nice but it’s honest.
@Declined469Ай бұрын
I too thought this was odd. Just the fact that he would say such a disrespectful thing right in front of them is disrespectful no matter what way you look at it. When I first heard him saying that, I thought it might have just been commentary added later during the editing process. But from what I can tell, it is indeed something that he said right there in front of most of the family. Yah, that chair is probably disgusting. But I would have just kept that thought to myself. Cheers I guess…
@ghostsamongus337010 күн бұрын
Bed bugs transfer easily, you obviously don't have a clue. He said it for a reason because they always want him to sit down and he obviously doesn't want too
@alexgorki2 ай бұрын
It's very nice to say "I miss you" to someone, especially to him.
@AA-ur2tx2 ай бұрын
Mark, you are the most forgiving and loving man....always giving people the benefit of the doubt and multiple chances regardless of how they've used you. You see beyond the surface of people and situations, and I commend you. Our world needs and would greatly benefit from more humanitarian beings like yourself. Your daughters are very lucky to have you as a father. You are a wonderful example of a good human being.❤
@auglazeallday53352 ай бұрын
What happened? Why is he forgiving them?
@AA-ur2tx2 ай бұрын
@@auglazeallday5335 Because he has a huge, understanding, empathetic heart and is always willing to give multiple chances.
@auglazeallday5335Ай бұрын
@@AA-ur2tx Yes, I understand that, but why? What happened that would cause him to forgive them?? Something took place for the forgiveness to happen.....what?
@janetmariededick6061Ай бұрын
@@auglazeallday5335go look back at the older videos you’ll can find out what happened.
@vhondasorganizedchaos2 ай бұрын
It's nice to see everyone is doing ok. Proceed with caution. Bless their hearts and bless you Mark.
@purpleprose13152 ай бұрын
Everyone is not ok. There are kids in foster care being traumatized by strangers
@kwpp72 ай бұрын
@@purpleprose1315...and collectively, their health is ailing tremendously.
@OkieDokie680Ай бұрын
Mark always treats them with so much respect and kindness. I hope they realize how blessed they are to have him in their life.
@devyncrump62892 ай бұрын
Thank you for not giving up on them. You’re a good man, Mark. ❤️
@sharonfreemanpace10112 ай бұрын
So happy to see the Whittaker family again. Betty looks in poor health. Timmy and Ray are SO happy to see you again!! Lorraine is too. Mark remember to keep your pocketbook closed!!
@juliestoker-buckell53982 ай бұрын
What's a pocketbook?
@beverlyharward96312 ай бұрын
@@juliestoker-buckell5398a wallet or purse - but you already know this
@wvgirl72642 ай бұрын
@@juliestoker-buckell5398Really?
@Unknown.User4202 ай бұрын
@@juliestoker-buckell5398it's a billfold
@bennypit4411Ай бұрын
He's already created another GoFundMe. 7 days ago, has $100 of a $100K goal....I guess a few people are dumb enough to give money still. They get govt assistance, probably all 5 of them, and they all get free healthcare, they should be fine on money, they don't have many bills.
@MNMMOMMA22 ай бұрын
I Love to see Ray's face light up when he sees Mark. You can see the genuine Love that he has for him ❤
@connorbracey303017 күн бұрын
So happy to see you visited the Whittakers. I have been thinking about them. So good to see they are doing well. Thanks for all you do Mark!
@christinekowalski61322 ай бұрын
I am.so happy mark you forgave the Whittakers. You definitely carry the holy spirit in you. For if we do not have love, we have nothing. We all make mistakes. I was on opiods for 17 years and I have been sober for 8 years. I did things I never would've done sober when I was really bad on the pills. Betty I am praying for you. Please reconsider the open heart surgery. I had a quadruple bypass. You risk having a widow maker. I am praying for you all.
@PorchHonkey2 ай бұрын
Without love, we're just wasting time.
@kenyoung46102 ай бұрын
Hope BJ doesn’t bring anymore grief and heartache to such a vulnerable family. They all need the love and support of each other!
@carolwilder22892 ай бұрын
I am very skeptical of BJ. Here it is in the heat of summer, everyone in shorts, shirt or no shirt & BJ is in a sweatshirt! I've seen it too many times-I believe she is hiding her 'track marks'. I have worked in healthcare/Hospital/Drug Rehab for 20+ years. You learn the signs and body language. God have mercy on the family and keep the substance abuse away from them. 💕🙏💕
@kenyoung46102 ай бұрын
@@carolwilder2289 A very good point. There are too many relapses of people on those type of drugs (heroine and crack cocaine). Plus she keeps insisting that she wants to get off of the medication. The family enables her, because once she relapses, she then becomes manipulative, and that family isn’t equipped to handle her behavior. Addicts without extreme interventions will most always make promises they can’t keep. It becomes one heartache and tragedy after another for the loved ones.
@kole0429Ай бұрын
shes trash and only there for the $$ when theyre gone
@Rudymk-ph2xbАй бұрын
@@carolwilder2289I agree. I was around it enough to know, she's definitely still using. She and Larry tried to put on a show today. Looking for some more money.
@RightDucmanАй бұрын
@@Rudymk-ph2xb Truth - it's all a show to restart the money train
@elainefletcher77872 ай бұрын
So happy to see they are all still alive, heard so many rumours of them passing away. Absolutely love this family. ❤
@MNMMOMMA22 ай бұрын
Someone from Asia was posting fake videos about that. What a horrible thing to post, just for clicks.
@jessicabraswell671Ай бұрын
I am so glad you decided to go back to them. I didn’t want their story to be over. I love them all.
@Darkbluedevil2 ай бұрын
Mark could give a million dollars to these folks,come back a year later and they would be sitting on the porch.
@ChannelControl-l3z2 ай бұрын
Omg a million BJ would have a blast 😂😂😂
@BerryBerry14652 ай бұрын
I think he did😂
@libragirl44712 ай бұрын
100% . They would buy a million $ worth of Mt Dew and potato chips and enjoy themselves on that porch. It's pretty depressing inside that small dark house. I'd be out there too. They really don't seem to mind their lot in life
@mikesprigg54952 ай бұрын
💉💉💉
@ValouQc2 ай бұрын
Can’t help thinking of the smell.
@ReneeB52 ай бұрын
My dad’s family is similar like this… very poor… in VA. The housing situation was similar. My dad ran away when he was 14 or 15 years old… he had to in order to survive. It truly humbled me and my life. I love my family… both sides (mom & Dad). I lost my dad a couple of years ago. It is one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through. I’m glad my dad is at rest now . But I sure miss him
@absurd_patience2 ай бұрын
Sorry for your lost.
@OttoByOgraffeyАй бұрын
@absurd_patience, sorry for your *loss.
@Tamar.a.aАй бұрын
@@OttoByOgraffeygenuinely curious…why correct someone’s grammar and/or spelling on a comment?
@sfletch3042Ай бұрын
@@Tamar.a.aIf she thinks the phrase ends with lost instead of loss, telling her what the word really is helps her. So she can say it correctly. Saying things right and knowing how to properly spell is important.
@VirginiaPossum1012 ай бұрын
Mark, I love your channel and the respect you show everyone no matter their faults. Your photography is top notch.