Thicker Than Water-The Whittakers

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

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[@elainefletcher7787]

@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Thankyou Mark for shareing this video, please keep us updated with more videos. ❤️

[@LetArtsLive]

And Ray is still not wearing a belt LOL

[@grimtrigg3r]

I’ve been a ground news subscriber for a couple of years, it’s definitely a great resource for bias recognition.

[@SoleJourner]

A lot going on on that porch. 😅

[@ericameador7706]

@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Mark where were all the doggies??

[@makkrohero59]

It’s pretty clear that Ray sees you as a genuine friend. The smile on his face when you meet is joyful.

[@WaynesPokeWorld]

We love Ray he’s a gem

[@Yizee]

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.

[@Lisabug2659]

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.

[@FitzMastaflex]

Pulls at the heartstrings every damn time! 😊❤

[@SlickDangler10]

That's because he's been a friend to Ray for real.

[@jensss.]

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.

[@joedrum7905]

Love Ray

[@maryc1849]

@@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-g4q]

Ray loves mark ❣️‼️❣️

[@CheapsKate77]

@@maryc1849 It seems like most of the family can’t talk anyway.

[@cautionTosser]

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

[@djfreake]

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.

[@abbeylan7982]

And Mark loves Ray! So precious

[@marknyeste3604]

Yep!

[@-Beon]

Beautiful family making the best of what they have and enjoying life at the same time

[@HeatherBoo916]

I agree, that kind of love can't be faked

[@katizz988]

Timmy is funny😊

[@Missblaak]

Did you all hear Larry? He basically said Ray got happy when he heard Mark was coming in so he got cleaned up! Aww ❤❤❤

[@MoosieQ68]

Maybe it was for the girl. But you can tell he genuinely likes Mark.

[@Missblaak]

@@MoosieQ68😂 you might be right.

[@LilyBah_]

How sweet!!!

[@Ihup-um2yn]

Aww about what sista, feel bad for our own people that crackers have put us through feel bad about that, not these damn crackers .!

[@Shellgreengirl]

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-gr7gu]

Your.all soul Mark ❣️

[@secretarykat1587]

What has happenbed?

[@jerk5828]

Yes sir

[@wintermute_309]

What happened?

[@jerk5828]

@@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

[@WaynesPokeWorld]

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 ❤

[@Ftybr57]

Yes people know this. It’s not a secret.

[@ChannelControl-l3z]

@@Ftybr57I didn’t know until he said it today I was thinking like 5 or 6 years he’s known them

[@HannahJohansen]

@@Ftybr57nope didn’t have a clue!

[@BlackWidowBenji]

@@Ftybr57nobody said it was a secret snarky pants

[@lehcimst]

​@@Ftybr57 I've been watching this channel for quite some time. I never knew this...

[@oceanstaiga5928]

Honestly props for Larry to stand up and first thing he says is an apology, he clearly was thinking about what happened.

[@anntunaley9974]

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.

[@oceanstaiga5928]

@@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…

[@kathrynmoore2370]

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-dx4bt]

@@anntunaley9974 I agree. Lost respect for Mark after this video. He made money off of them also. His condescending sarcasm wasn't necessary.

[@UnreleasedLofi]

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

[@brokechef1606]

Man Ray is so genuinely happy to see Mark every time he shows up. Can’t help but to smile.

[@Jean-g4q]

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 ❣️‼️❣️

[@arnoldmesser2517]

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 ❤️ ♥️ 💙 💕 💖 💜 ❤️

[@JojoJoget]

Well he’s as smart as the dogs.

[@Johanna-v9b]

Well, maybe that's why he peed himself

[@27neverlose]

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-z1b]

id love to hang out with this family. they seem so much nicer than some people

[@kusipaa8683]

​@@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

[@strawberrycupcake4471]

This video is about the Whittakers but for me its about Mark...a really genuine, lovely man, heaven sent for sure.

[@nataliemadrigal899]

So true. Mark is a genuine 😇.

[@Howard907]

The videos he puts out are incredible stories.

[@deigamohamed707]

Yes👏🏾

[@mariacperez-fondon543]

This man is an angel on hearth.❤

[@SilverG1]

Shush

[@keekee952]

It was so nice of you to visit. Ray genuinely cares about you Mark. He is so happy to see you.

[@christinalock9937]

Please don't stop visiting Ray. Maybe you could have a whole day dedicated to Ray, spoiling him with treats.

[@tracylongest384]

Yes and maybe a new T. V. 😊

[@77D777]

Ray has absolutly no idea what the hell is going on 😂

[@thanksgrace]

@@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.

[@katizz988]

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.

[@carlalloyd8892]

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

[@moladhdodhia164]

Mark should take Ray for a visit to Chicago during Christmas time.

[@anitaerhardt8717]

Ray & Timmy love seeing you Mark. They don’t care about material things, they just love the friendship ♥️

[@lisaakinlabi]

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.

[@flamingswordoftruth7847]

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.

[@amberl5513]

@@flamingswordoftruth7847I’d need to go back and look closer, but could they be scars from her previous use?

[@flamingswordoftruth7847]

@@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.

[@conniesavage3770]

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

[@cartergomez5390]

This is the first time I see this and I was thinking 🤔 don’t touch them cause they full of disease 🦠

[@lynfalienergy4781]

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.

[@CarolynnMc01]

timmy and lorraine sleep together and have for years. that doesn't seem right!

[@angieallsup]

It’s about the ratings..not Ray timmy or Lorraine…they haven’t a clue

[@lynfalienergy4781]

@@CarolynnMc01 How do you know that?

[@asabovesobelow7981]

@@CarolynnMc01 U feel better sharing that? lol sweet of ya

[@Bella-ht5jb9he3z]

​@@lynfalienergy4781Betty said they sleep together in one of the earlier videos.

[@cyndyrn1]

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

[@troutbumdiaries4420]

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.

[@ShakeDownStreet0714]

Tyler Oliveira just used this family for views which is disgusting imo.

[@Mickmickers]

Excellent reply, 👋 hello from West Virginia. We love them too. Mark is an angel❤

[@tinabrewington9953]

I agree

[@doctriestosew4333]

What drama. Please explain what happened

[@junkyardwidow]

Nice to see this! Truly shows that bringing people in instead of pushing them away is the path to healing ❤️‍🩹

[@CaribbeanQueen72xx]

Mark is the reason why this family is now known . Mark is a rare gem, beautiful spirit 🥰🥰

[@mack7329]

They could’ve stayed hidden….

[@SeekingGreetings]

Known in what way? People are so critical.

[@amysnews6808]

​@@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.]

This family is now loved

[@Buddystemz]

You think they care that they’re known?

[@taylor_straub]

“I’m very good at forgiving and understanding.” Mark is such a badass.

[@corifortneycofo2767]

Maybe...but this family makes him money! He's a nice guy, but he is not stupid.

[@Travis-uz4xq]

I actually think he’s as genuine as they come. I wasn’t sure in his earlier videos but now I can see it!

[@milanekrkane]

@@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

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

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

[@nbsoboleski]

​@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.

[@PandaReeseDesigns]

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

[@aprildelcastillo6473]

The way Ray’s eyes lit up when he saw you….Priceless

[@Grace_steiner]

I just love that so much ❤

[@gamma21285]

He raped a woman once

[@gavinhaynes5632]

2.4k comments and everyone is Courteous and respectful and I love it. Gratitude is king.

[@77D777]

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_8377]

⁠@@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…

[@matthewmichaels669]

⁠@@77D777He understands some of it. When Mark said to him you got a birthday coming up Ray answered yes yes.

[@StevieRake73]

Saying you’re gonna have to throw your clothes away after you sit in the chair and respectful and courteous?

[@77D777]

@@StevieRake73 right I caught that also 😂

[@kp8740]

You sounded genuinely happy when speaking with this family. They are very lucky to have you in their lives.

[@workingonme85]

Are they though ? They’ve has a contract with him for years . Look like they’re doing a lot better to you?

[@Tank70123]

You can tell Ray genuinely loves Mark. He always gets excited when Mark shows up.

[@TheCooknShare]

You can see the sadness in Ray’s eyes. He misses you.

[@shelleymullin9032]

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.

[@USMagazine1002]

I ain’t missing you Since you been gone… away I ain’t missing you

[@theravagedgrapefruit8190]

I think you just perceive sadness. Ray is happier than a pig in mud seeing Mark!

[@EricRendonXJ]

No you can't, don't lie. I mean he might've been sad, but you couldn't see it in those tear ducks

[@TheCooknShare]

@@shelleymullin9032 Thanks so much. Yes, it’s very kind of Mark. This family deserves kindness.

[@blackiegohard]

Thank you for taking us for the visit Mark. This is wonderful to see their faces doing well and ALIVE.

[@VAHOSS]

Don't forget to support their gofundne

[@Memwar]

Ugh why is one homie barking 😮

[@celinemccutcheon1988]

​@@Memwar that's the way he communicates. Unfortunately lots of inbreeding 😕

[@lorettaestebane3625]

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 .

[@JamiePoynor]

It's sad the extended family is the ones that lied.

[@The_loose_end]

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!

[@markleach116]

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!

[@bessiefunk2037]

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

[@adamfoddy9851]

He supplies them with drug money. Nothing else.

[@christophershane1771]

@@adamfoddy9851because ray and Timmy do tons of drugs 😂

[@markleach116]

@@adamfoddy9851 I guess you missed the episodes where he takes them shopping.

[@markleach116]

@@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.

[@pofthecastle]

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. ❤

[@SLOC1992]

what hit?

[@Slim_T_ODB]

@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.

[@SLOC1992]

@@Slim_T_ODB i dont know nothing about it whatsoever. hence i asked. all i understand is he has been there before

[@danamiller9036]

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

[@jenniefrost3074]

@@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.

[@carolcrombie6727]

It's good to see them all again. Ray just loves you Mark, that never falters.

[@carolclover1238]

You need to explore More cultures thatare different from what you're used to...Get out of your comfort zone​@Bissmanqt

[@Bella-ht5jb9he3z]

​@BissmanqtJust because they look different doesn't mean they don't have feelings.

[@billierowe1481]

@@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?? 🤷‍♀️

[@0ctoPope]

​@Bissmanqt you're far from handsome my dude.

[@kole0429]

& mark loves him too ❤❤❤

[@JudyFloyd-e7b]

Glad to see them again! Thanks for going back!

[@southerngirltlc6504]

Although i am still not convinced that BJ has good intentions, I am so happy to see the family! Thank you Mark!!

[@AmyLou402]

Nope. BJ is still stealing from them and not clean.

[@wvgirl7264]

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".

[@hawkrose8403]

I would have to agree with you there….

[@barbriley6021]

Agreed. I don't think she's clean or trustworthy.

[@jenniferslagle5642]

I would not trust her at all

[@AlvinUselton]

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.

[@daphnehinds5581]

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!

[@bonniemiller4041]

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.❤

[@randyhanners6711]

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 .

[@angelashimmel6784]

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-daddy]

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

[@kole0429]

the opiate epidemic has affected everyone in the U.S. .. these folks are no different 😢

[@Missblaak]

Especially when you binge watch the playlist! Praying for them. 🙏🏾

[@JS55505]

(x) doubt on the recovery

[@CATNAPREAL1188]

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-o1m]

Amen...

[@robertakaiser9631]

I agree

[@sassychick7238]

Yes. Timmy and Ray missed him so much. Ray following him everywhere.

[@BillyKnocem]

What needs to be forgiven, please fill me in. I’m not privy to what happened

[@DeadBeatX]

​@@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

[@SHAYUPIVER]

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.

[@tkledin]

Ray looks like he has an eye infection. I hope he’s getting treatments.

[@SHAYUPIVER]

@@tkledin I didn't even notice that until I read your comment. I really hope he is getting that looked at as well.

[@3bsd69bhmdfawp9]

Thanks to whoever looked after the furry kids. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏

[@JustinMajors-n1v]

The family looks after the dogs

[@paulabrensinger2349]

Thanks for not giving up on this family. Your followers have grown to care about this family and wonder how they are doing.

[@moxy5708]

Larrys looking good considering hes been dead 6 months 😂

[@rasmusrs_maus2077]

i was thinking the same :=)

[@maganalia]

I still can't believe BJ did that.

[@BerryBerry1465]

​@@maganaliaYah, she's looking guilty.

[@kdeloris2225]

He had a resurrection 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jataun1978RoTex]

😂 Makaveili

[@pzh3334]

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.

[@dallastrujillo7540]

I wish I had family.

[@mzjbell13]

@@dallastrujillo7540hugs 🫶

[@humanbeing8400]

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-y3t]

Me too...I wish I had a big family....I'm down to my two sons and one Aunt by marriage.​@@dallastrujillo7540

[@kusipaa8683]

I think they had some sort of showers in Germany c. 1940-1945 for animals like these

[@gailarnold9521]

bless you and everyone helping folks with their problems. makes the rest of the world feel humble...i hope.

[@ReneeB5]

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 🩷

[@brendaschultz7161]

I miss sitting on the front porch with my grand parents and just talking about whatever. Precious memories.

[@libragirl4471]

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.

[@dorothybentley6429]

@@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.

[@deadman419]

@@libragirl4471 who is BJ and what did they do? i don't really have much context for this video.

[@AC_fl]

@@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

[@christinalock9937]

Your grandparents memories sound wonderful. Sadly I never got to know any of mine.

[@kdeloris2225]

That heart attack has knocked the stuffing out of Betty. She looks exhausted

[@libragirl4471]

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.

[@ktay4042]

She seem like she is still hurting.

[@allergiesrusdb]

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! ❤

[@Searchd4U]

Her outfit was pretty. She’s trying to feel better ❤️‍🩹

[@ariesfairy4444]

@@Searchd4Ui was just about to say that! that yellow top flatters her so well and makes her eyes pop more she looks pretty💛

[@seakinireland]

Timmy, Lorraine and Ray. I loved how excited Ray and Timmy were to see you

[@HollyBird29]

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!

[@suzanneanderson6921]

Ray is so happy to see Mark. Makes my heart smile.

[@Gypsy-Rose-Old-Nose]

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. ♥️

[@smilinwolfette1978]

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 .

[@tammycampbell112]

Thank you, Mark, for going back, and for forgiving them. Ray and Timmy were so happy to see you.

[@robbie5984]

I’m so happy we are seeing them again. Such a special relationship you have with them.

[@MS19891]

The 3 legged dog was probably happiest to see Mark.

[@natalie5707]

The dogs use to bark the whollllllllle video. Now they are so relaxed around everyone it’s nice.

[@moregravity033]

I always look for that pitbull as soon as he walks up the porch lol ❤

[@Suspiria27]

@@MS19891 I never noticed he had 3 legs. What happened to him do u know?

[@im_agine852]

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?

[@Suspiria27]

@@im_agine852🤣

[@dawnsky11]

Mark, thanks for the update and also for being so kind. The Whittakers are a special family. We are all rooting for them!

[@klippitykloppity]

I think this is the best shape I've ever seen Ray in. John seems nice. Hope everyone's recovery continues and improves.

[@Tonianne18]

@@klippitykloppity he's a child abuser

[@roman2227]

still whipin his dick out before getting to the bathroom

[@09cokeefe]

He is even thinner and arthritis seems worse, same poor hygiene, but his spirits do seem high

[@Bella-ht5jb9he3z]

@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.

[@joannsanders242]

That’s funny, I didn’t think Ray looked good. He was very quiet and stand offish. Not animated like he usually is.

[@lettyboone5829]

Thank you for not forgetting about this family. You're a good man, Mark.

[@VAHOSS]

Don't forget to support the family's gofundme

[@MaltedPuke]

Agreed

[@WaynesPokeWorld]

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!

[@CraigHolty]

❤

[@Thee_Baked_Bean]

Same tbh …

[@PaulLexton]

Yep I was also that person

[@lovelifelaugh2727]

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.

[@Brandanmayhew]

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

[@leeannafreeman2322]

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. ❤

[@vgoogleuser8136]

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.]

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 👍

[@donseiler1307]

They have aged.

[@BrianVincent-k6g]

They moved everything to the front porch

[@Xoxotaybabe]

😂😂​@@BrianVincent-k6g

[@lisaheltonhudson]

It looked dirtier and more cluttered than ever to me... but they're happy people in spite of it!

[@kwpp7]

​@@lisaheltonhudson I think they've accumulated so much more garbage from people sending them stuff.

[@TeresaBell-q5k]

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.

[@aussietime9778]

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 ❤

[@thewitchofbathnc]

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.

[@kimMccommons]

Warms my heart to see how Happy Ray and Larry were to see you Mark .They truly love you. God bless them all

[@kole0429]

i think you mean Timmy & Ray

[@kaylastephen16]

Not Timmy telling Lorraine to answer Mark 😂😂😂❤

[@bettywilliams9633]

That was cute

[@littlemisssunshine6272]

That was wholesome ❤

[@kwpp7]

I love Timmy's personality 😊

[@_18pack_]

😂

[@Shell_Bell420]

That made me laugh too😂❤

[@tracy9397]

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-r2h]

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...🌻

[@emilysager846]

Thanks for going back Mark. You never give up on anyone, it just isn’t you.

[@christinalock9937]

I think viewers need to know, the whittaker family has their challenges, forgiveness is a must.

[@teresanovotny2876]

Right on!! ❤❤

[@pamwilson3457]

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 .

[@RebeccaLihong]

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! ❣

[@deckywalsh1]

she is an absolute Parasite and her father is no different!

[@sparkythancztwise]

I wish you'd learned more from Mark than you demonstrate above.

[@kathleengold2417]

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-ok6re]

Ray is such a good man! He is so friendly and loving.

[@Mountainshark]

Not really. He's an inbred subhuman.

[@AxYelloWxHamster]

Funny to hear he was a hellraiser back in the day haha.

[@pocketsand76]

Yeh yeh yeh!

[@brookebowers1229]

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_dog]

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!

[@nataliemadrigal899]

BJ is still blaming everything on everyone. Telling everyone elses stories. She is still using. I can feel it.

[@texastwister6988]

Well hell yeah. Free methadone. She's high everyday..

[@listenlinda3249]

i think so to

[@tnolan3176]

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 !!

[@davidhavard1908]

For sure she is getting High

[@WeggieQueen2005]

She's an addict. It will always be everyone that is at fault. Never her.

[@ravensmoon1699]

Thank you Mark for updating us on the family. My heart is with them.

[@lmoore5264]

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.

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-hg2to]

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?"

[@franciscofranco5739]

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.

[@tamzenkarma]

He's a rare one this is for sure

[@Bella-ht5jb9he3z]

​@@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-ht5jb9he3z]

​@@franciscofranco5739Exactly 💯

[@BrodieElizabeth]

The love Ray has for you is incredible

[@christinalock9937]

I'm sure every viewer of marks channel has the same love for Ray.

[@tiff7880]

​@@christinalock9937Absolutely ❤

[@samanthafield2453]

Isn't it. Just so genuine. Just because he can't articulate, his eyes and smile say everything x

[@SnakeCIA1]

14:23 good to see Ray well fed! 👃 👆 Yum! 😋

[@tammyC1971]

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.

[@rubencv210]

The happiness i felt when i got notified about a new Whittakers video was so much. Thanks Mark for everything you do.

[@SippinOnSumSweetTeaa]

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.

[@Toonces666]

Me too. Mark is such a good human being.

[@Kellden]

Me too 😊

[@kayjenkins4262]

Thank you so much Mark for forgiving the Wittakers, I have genuinely missed them. You are a genuinely great human being ❤

[@chrisstewart5992]

Send them some money.

[@braveorslave]

'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.

[@SarahCarrizales]

Well it might not be nice but it’s honest.

[@Declined469]

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…

[@ghostsamongus3370]

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

[@alexgorki]

It's very nice to say "I miss you" to someone, especially to him.

[@AA-ur2tx]

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.❤

[@auglazeallday5335]

What happened? Why is he forgiving them?

[@AA-ur2tx]

@@auglazeallday5335 Because he has a huge, understanding, empathetic heart and is always willing to give multiple chances.

[@auglazeallday5335]

@@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?

[@janetmariededick6061]

@@auglazeallday5335go look back at the older videos you’ll can find out what happened.

[@vhondasorganizedchaos]

It's nice to see everyone is doing ok. Proceed with caution. Bless their hearts and bless you Mark.

[@purpleprose1315]

Everyone is not ok. There are kids in foster care being traumatized by strangers

[@kwpp7]

​@@purpleprose1315...and collectively, their health is ailing tremendously.

[@OkieDokie680]

Mark always treats them with so much respect and kindness. I hope they realize how blessed they are to have him in their life.

[@devyncrump6289]

Thank you for not giving up on them. You’re a good man, Mark. ❤️

[@sharonfreemanpace1011]

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-buckell5398]

What's a pocketbook?

[@beverlyharward9631]

​@@juliestoker-buckell5398a wallet or purse - but you already know this

[@wvgirl7264]

​@@juliestoker-buckell5398Really?

[@Unknown.User420]

​@@juliestoker-buckell5398it's a billfold

[@bennypit4411]

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.

[@MNMMOMMA2]

I Love to see Ray's face light up when he sees Mark. You can see the genuine Love that he has for him ❤

[@connorbracey3030]

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!

[@christinekowalski6132]

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.

[@PorchHonkey]

Without love, we're just wasting time.

[@kenyoung4610]

Hope BJ doesn’t bring anymore grief and heartache to such a vulnerable family. They all need the love and support of each other!

[@carolwilder2289]

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. 💕🙏💕

[@kenyoung4610]

@@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.

[@kole0429]

shes trash and only there for the $$ when theyre gone

[@Rudymk-ph2xb]

​@@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.

[@RightDucman]

@@Rudymk-ph2xb Truth - it's all a show to restart the money train

[@elainefletcher7787]

So happy to see they are all still alive, heard so many rumours of them passing away. Absolutely love this family. ❤

[@MNMMOMMA2]

Someone from Asia was posting fake videos about that. What a horrible thing to post, just for clicks.

[@jessicabraswell671]

I am so glad you decided to go back to them. I didn’t want their story to be over. I love them all.

[@Darkbluedevil]

Mark could give a million dollars to these folks,come back a year later and they would be sitting on the porch.

[@ChannelControl-l3z]

Omg a million BJ would have a blast 😂😂😂

[@BerryBerry1465]

I think he did😂

[@libragirl4471]

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

[@mikesprigg5495]

💉💉💉

[@ValouQc]

Can’t help thinking of the smell.

[@ReneeB5]

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_patience]

Sorry for your lost.

[@OttoByOgraffey]

​@absurd_patience, sorry for your *loss.

[@Tamar.a.a]

@@OttoByOgraffeygenuinely curious…why correct someone’s grammar and/or spelling on a comment?

[@sfletch3042]

​@@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.

[@VirginiaPossum101]

Mark, I love your channel and the respect you show everyone no matter their faults. Your photography is top notch.