Here Lies a Satisfied Woman

WHITMAN, Meredith Hampton, 82, of Richmond, Va., died in her home surrounded by family on Thursday, October 28, 2064. Her husband of 50 years, Paul, preceded her in death by only two days. She is survived by two children, Dr. Oliver Whitman (Kerry) and Daphne Jones (Fred), and four grandchildren, all of Richmond, Va. Whitman grew up in Oklahoma but spent her adult years living in various places along the east coast. She wasted no time making her way to the ocean after graduating from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor's degree in English. She spent most of her career writing feature stories for "Vanity Fair" magazine, interviewing such creative notables as Wes Anderson, Diablo Cody and Ben Folds . After she and Paul married in 2014, they spent two years in Nicaragua with the Peace Corps promoting sustainable agriculture. Whitman considered this her greatest contribution to the world and continued to volunteer in local food sharing and farming groups throughout her life. Friends may offer condolences to the family from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 31, at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Whitman, 2605 E. Franklin St., Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.