Bobby Lee McWhorter was a 58-year-old Black male resident of Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on August 6, 2013. Born on January 6, 1955, in Atoka, Tennessee, to Emma and Henry Shaw, he moved to Detroit as an infant in September 1955 with his mother and sister. He was later adopted and raised by his father, Lester A. McWhorter. A product of the Detroit Public Schools system, McWhorter spent his life deeply embedded in the local community, known to friends and family for his engaging personality and dedication to his loved ones.
Professionally, McWhorter had a history of work in the automotive and construction industries. He was employed with Chrysler during the 1970s and later worked for Leidal & Hart Construction Company, where he was employed at the time of his death. He was described as a "jack of all trades" who was always willing to assist others with various tasks. Beyond his work, he was a devoted family man, married to Sharron Solomon since 1983, and the father of three sons: Avery, Jason, and Matthew. He was also a cherished grandfather, brother, and uncle who took pride in maintaining family connections, often serving as the family "historian" who kept everyone updated on news and events.
McWhorter was particularly fond of the 8 Mile community in Detroit, a passion he celebrated annually at the 8 Mile Reunion Picnic held at Beaubien Junior High. His presence was a staple at these gatherings, where his humor and catchphrases, such as "Kadink-a-dink" and "Ole' Lord," were well-known among attendees. His sudden death in 2013 left a void in both his immediate family and the wider network of friends and neighbors he had cultivated over decades in the city.
While specific details regarding the circumstances of his death, including any arrests or named suspects, have not been widely publicized in available media reports, McWhorter's name has been included in local crime solver databases that track missing persons, homicides, and other significant cases in the Detroit area. Despite this listing suggesting a potential investigation, public records do not currently provide information on charges, trials, or convictions related to his death.
