In my opinion, he’s the only one who deserves any kind of help or donations. Looking back, they never should have been given money like that without some supervision. They aren’t capable of handling that amount of money
They ain't gonna care..they don't have to answer to him. If he don't want to give them money he don't have to... If he can't handle the way they are he should leave them alone.
And it seemed as though Ray and Timmy were the only one’s genuinely happy to see him, they were the only two who weren’t told anything clearly because the others weren’t as happy.
Timmy and Ray are the only ones who greeted him properly. Everyone else seems to know what's going on, which is strange considering they 'don't know' about Larry's 'funeral'.
Right I agree with u but I’m on the fence about if Kenny really knows anything or if he doesn’t it kinda seemed like he wanted to tell mark something in private but idk
Kenneth is ALWAYS trailing Mark. It's almost like he didn't want to be by the camera cuz he didn't want to get interviewed / questioned. All of it is a damn shame 😢
@@GordonGarvey you're right. I should have mentioned Lorraine, Timmy, Ray but I discounted them due to my perception that they aren't mentally able to be complicit in any scamming. That was messed up of me.
Aww that’s a shame… but I know Mark knows they don’t know any better way. Mark, you are a God send to this family❤ Bless you Mark for your caring heart, many rewards await you in heaven, I do believe. I have soooo much respect for you.
Ray is always so hospitable towards Mark, always offering a seat and pointing out things he finds interesting. Feel so sorry for him, Lorraine and Timmy! 😔
Made me cry Lorriane is never that verbal ... this must have been heartbreaking for Mark to sit with on the plane ride home - There should be a trust for those 3 and social media could do that - what are those 3 going to do in 5yrs when all of this over ? Since day 1 i have thought that ...or hoped for that ..everyone is sick here even Mark says BJ needs help ... this is tragic
I grew up in poverty and something my mother always said to me was “when you lend someone money, consider it a gift. There’s a good chance you aren’t getting it back and even more that they’ll use it for something else, so just do it for the sake of doing a good thing”. People in the comments are telling Mark not to give them money anymore, asking how he’s so calm knowing thousands of dollars were spent on drugs, this and that. But he reminds me of my mom and I believe he has heart of gold. Staying calm and being able to still talk with them also shows Mark’s maturity because remember, all of the people in this situation are disabled to some degree. Even BJ has stuff going on. Mark is treating them with respect by confronting the situation, but not outwardly being angry or aggressive. I personally think he and his team (partner? whoever else was with him) handled this fantastically.
Mark, you are better than most people. After Betty *BLATANTLY* lied on you, you still chose to come to their rescue. That speaks volumes of your character.
@@celticwarrior777Exactly! Also, in my opinion, being an enabler is NOT a kind thing to do. That doesn’t help others to grow, holding them accountable does.
Yeah she knows but she’s also very easily manipulated and a people pleaser. She will agree with anyone like that other TH-camd who got her to say that mark doesn’t give her any money. She may have a personality disorder or complex trauma
As someone who donated, it hurts my heart that BJ lied and took advantage of our kindness. Scammers are everywhere. If any more money is raised, it should be set up in a trust with an attorney who can distribute funds as needed for essentials. It's so sad that she took money from such a kind person. BJ needs rehab, Betty needs to stop giving their money away. So sad.
As one of the donors, I believed I was giving to provide this family with a decent home. I don’t blame you Mark but I’m sad that the money wasn’t set up in a trust with a local lawyer in charge of administering funds. The money should never go directly to Betty or anyone else in this family. They are simply not capable of making good decisions and never will be. Sad.
People have their own life to, no one has time to meet with lawyers n go thru the whole process of setting up trust funds and rules on how the money should be distributed. He’s not a babysitter, plus if he did do that then people would be commenting saying he’s trying to control them and their life blah blah blah
Mark: I've watched your channel for several years now, including your interviews with others, not just the Whitakers. I don't recall if I've ever left a comment, but despite my wrist being in a cast that makes it difficult to type, I felt the need to say the following: I was born in Southern West Virginia and reared there until the age of 17, when I left for college. I did not live in a situation even remotely close to the Whitakers, but I had classmates and friends who did. After moving to Nashville and Gatlinburg, TN, finishing nursing school, and finally settling in North Carolina, I had grown accustomed to not seeing such squalor and destitution as exists in Southern W.Va. When I went back to visit my Granny and Papaw over the years and would pass many homes and living conditions similar to the Whitakers along the way, I seriously had what was very similar to culture shock. Those who see this type of destitution every day, even if it's something far removed from their lifestyle in West Virginia (whether they were raised there and/or currently living there), do not realize just how repressed and depressed they are. If some of the many wonderful families really knew what was simply normal in other areas, they wouldn't be able to fathom just how far down the poverty line they really fall. I saw a comment below that said something akin to if the Whitakers got new everything, the house would look as bad as it does now in no time. On thinking about it, I think the comment was more correct than not; however, if someone who knew and understood the deep Appalachian way of life, who could teach the Whitakers, for lack of a better word, and guide them in better hygiene, how to, perhaps, make a chore chart so that those who are able can contribute to the home and yard maintenance, I believe the Whitakers could have life more assimilated to what every-day life looks like for country folk. I believe that Betty, as well as everyone else, would be shocked by how wonderful it feels to simply get to sleep in a clean bed with clean linens, even if they have trouble articulating it. I watched an episode once where you talked to them and came to the understanding that Ray, Loreen {sp?}, and the others whose speech was unintelligible DID understand what was said to them. Having something as elementary as a chore chart would be a rewarding system, as well, so that they know they contributed to the better state of the home. There are so many lovely people in West Virginia. My grandparents were reared in Wayne County, W.Va. and lived in Logan, West Virginia most of their lives. They were not well educated, as they were from an era that experienced the Depression, but everything they had was immaculate, and they raised 2 children, my mom being one of the 2, who are pillars of their community. When my grandparents died, they left a nice inheritance for their children, a paid-off home, and a car, truck, and boat that were paid off, as well. My grandpa was a coal miner, my uncle was an accountant for coal mines, and my Granny was a homemaker. They were country people and I thought the absolute world of them. So being poor, as they were as they were coming of age, doesn't have to be a generational problem. I do think they just need guidance on how to be different. That's just an opinion, and I don't know every intricacy regarding the Whitakers, of course, but it was just a thought. The family members who are drug users also need to be out of their lives. I understand what a huge conundrum that can be, as I went through it with one of my sons, successfully thank God, but I don't think the Whitakers have the emotional support or wherewithal to force someone to change their life, as well as their falling prey to a younger generation who manipulate them and, yes, probably frighten them if threats were involved. Again, just thinking aloud. Thank you for what you've done for all of your participants. You have a beautiful soul and are someone who can look past the concrete walls of addiction, molestation, deeply embedded street life, etc., things most people would never see in their lifetimes. Because of your channel, people can learn about different cultures and ways of life, as well as foster compassion and become others with malleable hearts while doing so. My apologies for such a long comment. I'm a freelance writer, so typographical errors are my Kryptonite. :-) If I may ever help you in any way, please let me know. I'd be gracious and happy to do so.
I agree, wholeheartedly with everything you said. My parents were raised in Varney WVa up Varney holler. My Pawpaw was a coal minor and my mom was the oldest of 10 kids. But they were the cleanest people I have ever known and it was taught and passed down to everyone in our family. I love to visit, but yes, you’re gonna drive past squalor and poor living conditions as well as the decent and nice homes/Trailors when driving through Matewan, Delbarton, Varney, Logan ect, ect… but either Larry or Betty said in one of the videos that their mommy and daddy‘s house was the same way. They grew up in it and were never taught any different so that’s the way they continued to live. It has to be taught and passed down. They are way too old now, and their bodies are not as capable anymore to clean up after that many people.
@@sherryvickery56 Nice to see someone from my "neck of the woods," as they say. I've been to all of the small towns you mentioned many times. I used to travel and sing with a gospel group, as did my grandparents and my mother. I know people from each of the towns you mentioned, as well, and have sung in Matewan several times too. It's too bad that the Whitakers don't have one single person out of the group who could/would help them get things straightened up so they could live better lives. If I woke up to that every day, I dare say I'd even want to. It seems that once someone learns they get a bit of money, family or not, the plot thickens (and sickens). I hope something good comes of everything Mark has done for them. As we both agree about cleanliness and, if nothing else, keeping things straight, being something one learns through generations, I hope something will register (or be demonstrated to them by visiting their home) to them, if capable. Again, it's very nice to see you, Sherry. My Granny and Papaw lived in Mitchell Heights in Logan, and I still have family in Justice Edition. Go Mountaineers! 😁
I didn’t trust Larry because he scammed that car out of Betty. Larry Told Betty I’m going to buy you a car & you asked if she could drive and after a few more questions he said “that cars mine”. Betty can’t say no to anyone.
@@IamKimsational I knew that guy was able to control Betty, he is the smartest besides Ray and he can’t talk. He knew what he was doing. They all came running when they found about Mark. They hadn’t been around for a while according to the first video. They ruined everything for Betty, Ray, Loren & Timmy.
BJ is not crying because she is ashamed of herself or sad that she betrayed Mark. She is crying because she got caught. The gig is up, gotta find a new way to get money for drugs
Giving BJ $2000 to 'get started" in NC would literally be funding her final overdose. She should not get a dime until she is in a clinic and discharged with a clean bill of health, THEN get receipts for every penny sent to the family
Am I the only one that thought giving them money was a bad idea from the start? Buying them food and clothes is one thing but giving them cash is just a bad idea.
Nope! Betty and Larry taking advantage of the donations was obvious for a very long time. People are just so desperate to virtue signal that they feel the need to equate disability with quality of character. People are people- there will always be good ones and bad ones. Mental deficiency doesn’t overwrite that, but usually exacerbates it.
Absolutely not! I knew that nothing good would come from it. After the first few times of them asking for it without making the repairs to the home as they said they would, I would have paid the contractors directly or found an executor to see over the funds. Especially when Betty is asking him for $5000 every couple of weeks. Mark helped them a lot. More than anyone would have.
Don't get me wrong, i think it's great mark helps them, unlike Tyler. But these people have been surviving without Mark's help long before he came into their lives. Cash in hand is not what these people need, systemic change is what they need. And any monetary help should be in the form of goods and services.
To quote Maya Angelou "When someone shows you who they are, believe them". Count your losses and walk away from them! You are such a kind, generous man and their deceitfulness does not take away from that. Shame on them!
It was inevitable. They are hooked on his money, as there is no where else they can get income. Without it, they are back where they were in the beginning.
Mark should have known better. He had to know he was going down a rabbit hole? I think he knew exactly what was going on, and he simply followed through on the exercise to prove another point? If he had simply called the so-called funeral home to tell them that he would pay associated fees for the funeral, then this abominable creature who calls herself his daughter would not have been able to pull off the scam on the one person in the world who took an interest in their family and has bettered their lives exponentially. I have met Mark Laita’s sister and kinder person and a the Laita’s are honorable people. One of the reasons Mark began this channel was because he wanted to try to help people in a small way, and in the effort of helping marginalized people, he wanted to shine a light on the circumstances that some people find themselves. It was a way to help people avoid making similar mistakes. Shame on this woman for doing this!
hard gansta love ❤i don't even think my parents would make that trip. notice they said the 'other guy' won't even answer his phone. grab clout + split. views are $$ don't waste 'em on sleezebags.
Exactly. They have no financial literacy. No stewardship. Which was always evident. Mark enabled this as well. May people learn how to serve the highest good and not their own distortions.
I agree. They are using him. This family is a waste of time and money. It`s too bad people do this, cause it only hurts themselves. When somebody offers to help you out, you should be kind and appreciate. Not greedy and manipulative. They cannot be trusted. That`s the truth. Take your hard earned money, and give it to someone more deserving. There are families out there who need your help more than these leeches.
It gets tricky when drugs are involved. Addiction is a very self serving illness. People are willing to traffic their own children to avoid getting sick and withdrawing. Then sobering up and facing the damage that affects so many people. It’s a vicious cycle. I hope they get well.
He gives them the money that their docs have made. This video is going to make them more money. Amazon delivers anywhere. If they need something, it should just be ordered and sent to them.
First off it’s the other way around, he’s using them… i could even argue he’s exploiting them. Don’t bunch everybody in with one bad person, also keep in mind these people are mental they don’t make sound decisions. A mental person can get away with murder easy but being told to say “Larry is dead” because a family member told you to is too far? That makes perfect sense to her, everybody else seemed genuine of course the drug addicted lady isn’t… but that’s expected.
Those are the two of the worst drugs to get off of ,moving is not gonna do it. She needs in treatment for months . This ain’t going away anytime soon. They all think moving is going to do it . They either overdose end up in jail as a disease progresses. She needs in treatment. The only way I would help his family is if I purchased what they needed I would pay for treatment for her no more cash giving but that’s me.
Whittaker update: Betty had a heart attack & Timmy had to be in the hospital for a few days. Source: Paige's tikt0k , she said good news is they are both doing better & everyone else is doing good. Larry was arrested 06/12/24 charged with larceny-1 & conspiracy. Source: west virginia mugshots
Mark, rather than offering a drug addicted thief who scammed you a "couple thousand dollars to move away" you should have told her "get into detox today or I will be pressing charges for fraud and theft". If you want to help her, give her an ultimatum, not a reward of more money!
Forgive them guys, what would pressing charges against someone who aren't right in head will get us into. She should be taught rather punished. Let's be polite with people who need help,what fault is there's to get them all in this situation. What Timmy Ray and two sisters have to do with what they are.
@@sfss1918 It would scare her into detox rather than rewarding her for lying stealing and threats of arson unless she gets paid. She will spend every penny on her drugs elsewhere than return home to live w Larry continuing to intimidate threaten and strongarm Betty for cash.
Did Mark know that Larry wasn't dead though? Mark asked Betty and Betty said Larry had died. And Betty is Larry's sister, so I guess I would not believe that someone's SISTER would lie or not know that they died. Example, if my brother told me he found out that my sister had died and I contacted my mom and my mom ALSO confirmed that my sister had died. Then I would have no real reason not to believe that my sister had died. Even though my mom is shady and lies about things sometimes, you would have to be pretty evil to LIE about someone dying.
Stuff like this is why kindness in the world is dying. Too many people exploiting kindness until the kindness runs out, and the ones who need it rarely EVER get it.
What hurts my heart the most is knowing Timmy, ray and Lorraine are going without, because the other family is ruining the bond with Mark by taking advantage.
I’m hoping Mark is thinking carefully of them. It’s not their fault. A trustee should be appointee to manage their part of any money or maybe Mark will still be able to take them out.
If Mark truly and genuinely wanted to help this family he would get Adult Protective Services involved and get poor Ray, Timmy, and Loraine out of that disease infested, fire trap of a so called (home) ! They could be living in an assisted living facility and be taken care of properly. Not be exploited on TH-cam for views and money by their family members.
The title of the video had me heart broken. This was just sad , they are all getting older so it could happen at anytime. Thanx for sharing. We wish this family all the best. BT 🇨🇦
The sad part is Ray, Timmy, and Lorraine are the innocent ones and will suffer from the actions of the others. Mark, you're a good guy and it's easy to see you sincerely care.
He didnt take their money! You can see in the previous videos the new truck, the new shed-house the one guy had brought in.. and every other "need" they created with each request. He literally caught them in a friggin lie in this video, but yet he's the dishonest one? Accountability is a lost concept these days. Betty & BJ knew to lie to get money, but they totally didn't spend the donated monies. 👌@slapdoctor707
Dude, only $20 000 would've changed my family's life. And these people go burn 150grand on drugs!?! Not only disrespectful to everyone who donated but also to everyone who could've used that money for actual life changing purposes. Quit helping them
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Seriously! Even 10K would change my life. It would get me a working car. I can't really blame the Whittackers so much, though. Not enough cognitive ability there to really hold them accountable. Mark walks a strange road. He's learning and teaching all of us at the same time. This was a particularly expensive lesson.
$153,000 would be absolutely life-changing for any struggling lower, middle-class person of sound mind. Mark is a generous soul, but maybe the lesson here is to remember what the purpose of this project originally was: to show the world an anthropological snapshot of people suffering in America’s broken system. It was never meant to be one man’s burden to solve.
Yes, enabling others who take advantage and or use money like this for drugs is a hard lesson to learn and not repeat! Just as what happened with the Rebecca help that Mark repeatedly tried!
As a drug addict, hearing bj say “ i’ve been on 50 mg for a month they should be able to move me up to a higher dose” Y’all just don’t understand She is so far from ever quitting
The deepest sadness is Betty’s coldness upon Mark’s appearance. She was annoyed he found out. Caught in the lies. Not at all happy to see him. Mark….the person who improved the quality of their lives so much, loved them, cared for them. Not ok. Says it all. When people show you who they are, believe them. BJ’s on drugs…what is Betty’s excuse….what is Larry’s excuse? I did not see one shred of sincere remorse.
There is no excuse to give BJ and the grandson are rinsing Betty of all their money to fund drug habits and if they don’t get there way they kick off the grandson and bj kick of at Larry and then Larry kicks off at Betty Because he is getting it from bj and his grandson and so the cycle goes on xx
Right? For not knowing anything about what was going on, she sure looked guilty. Didn't give him a proper hello or anything! Even a stranger would have had a warmer greeting.
Nobody here in the comments seem to have had any dealings whatsoever with the intellectually challenged . She is retarded. Higher functioning but retarded just the same. The emotional spectrum is experienced differently if at all but the base emotions. Life is lived moment by moment with each moment having and leaving little impact or lasting impression on the experience. Expectations and judgement placed on Betty are ridiculous and pure folly as they are never going to be lived up to. Can the color black be green? Can an apple be an orange? No they cannot, no interference o manipulation will change them from what they are. Stop protecting she can know what is wrong from right but that knowledge has no forward impact as to the implications of what actions will affect outcomes.
This guy has pumped 100,000 dollars into this family and NOTHING has improved?!? I think it's time for Mark to fold his cards and call it a day on helping them to be honest.
The most grateful person in the family isn’t a person. It’s that dog you helped out with vet money to get that broken leg amputated. Edit: Yes, Timmy and Ray are also grateful and love Mark.
Looking at Mark from a spiritual perspective, he’s a real Christian seeing how he’s shining a light AND trying to help what most people would not even look at because they’d be considered the scum of the earth. Yet, Mark is there for them and seems to genuinely care and forgive them for their mistakes, understanding how these people are not in their right mind. @Mark, you’re truly filling your life with good karma. God bless you.
Mark, I'm at a loss for words seeing how you continue to give and search for ways to assist them, even after they've misled and deceived you. Your generous nature knows no bounds, but it's clear you're too trusting.
As a former drug addict, Mark please STOP 🛑 giving them money!! Betty is easily manipulated by the other family members that have drug issues and gives them money. If you want to help them just pay for the things they need, but NEVER give them any cash!!
I'm sorry but I don't believe Betty is being manipulated. All throughout it she told on herself for more than this one time and at times she admits to lying that has nothing to do with this situation.
YOU KNOW wat ur talking about, I HOPE he reads your comment, THAT would be a "game changer" for me, I'd be done. I don't like wen people lie. That's right down to the devil, because the devil IS the father of lies
You think he just gave them money cuz he was generous ? They made marks channel famous now he makes millions im sure. it’s really the least he can do ijs
Ill always help people, but I have had to set firm boundaries, because the majority of people who Ive helped/help are homeless and have been and probably always will be, because they show you, rather fast, why. They have almost certainly burned every bridge, thoroughly. It sucks and I still feel bad for them, but I have to make sure my home and family are safe before anything and I was, at one point, really putting myself out there, inviting people in my home, and unfortunately, Ive been screwed over, more often than not. God bless🙏❤️🙏🖖
He can't be trusted either. First video they run into him in Walmart and he hadn't seen them in forever. Then when money starts coming in he moves next door.
But not very smart, what did he think would happen giving this family $100K cash? Of course they were gonna get taken advantage of, it would be easy to talk them into anything and with kids who have learning disabilities obviously they know $100K is coming in they are gonna try to get their hands on it. You can't just give people like this who have never had anything for 70 years of living that kind of money all of a sudden, Mark should've(or his assistants) arrange purchase of furniture, construction on the house and things like that. Give em $1K walmart card for food and things like that every now and then. You can't really blame people with mental retardation for blowing $100K, you blame the guy who fooled his viewers into giving that money and him just handing it over without any precautions in place. You also know they didn't pay taxes on that money either, so now they will probably end up losing their property to the Govt. They probably now owe $30K+ in taxes
@@bennypit4411 Mark has stated that it’s their own money people donate to and he can’t really tell them no to their own money. And also how he pays the taxes cause if it were up to them the irs would be all up on them
@@kdeloris2225The problem is BJ and Brandon and unfortunately Larry and Betty have to deal with family that are addicts and instead of putting their foot down they end up caving in. Many families with addicts go through the same ordeal. Where people could easily point fingers and Betty and Larry I have sympathy for them as I know first hand how it is with a family member you love is addicted and the constant battle of saying no and caving in to the addicts demand for money to buy drugs especially with opioids and the sickness. It’s only something you can truly understand when it effects you personally
Betty lied to mark on the phone then told him she never said that Larry was dead. Yet she really did. She pretends to play dumb yet shes been giving two people drug money the whole time and hiding it.
I think if mark wanted to help this family he should’ve done the work with the money himself, and paid contractors to do the jobs that needed done. Giving people who have the mental capacity of small children more money than their entire bloodline has ever seen was a massive mistake. How could they know what to do with it. This was so sad
Am I the only one... who would’ve absolutely LOVED to see them set up a fake funeral service on Facebook live? That sounds like the greatest video of all time 😂. “What can we say about dear Larry?” Betty: “I DONT KNOW”
He was leaving them alone! BJ contacted him! And usually when someone dies a lot of people will set aside their differences to go to a funeral. Which is respectful!
@@SilverToes756EXACTLY!!!! This shit is past it's expiration Date😂😂 So sad & pathetic!!!! And Betty always acting like she doesn't know WTF is going on is the Cherry on top😂😂😅 I'll keep watching though....
😲OH HELL NO!! $150,000? I can't hold back my own tears. 71 yrs old. Worked since I was 16. No spouse, no children. Chronic lung disease & no living relatives. Barely surviving on $900 a month. What I wouldn't give for a benefactor like Mark. I'm literally sick to my stomach.😭
I Know I am nearly 66 My hubby Jim 70. Trying to make it lost our meals on Wheels .struggling living on plastic. This is Sad. I would have given, anything to had someone help us. Mark your A Good Man. Lucky People to to Have you Mark .
Recap: Mark gave the Whittaker’s $153,000 cash. Majority of this money was donated by Mark’s TH-cam viewers with the intent to improve the Whittaker’s lives and improve their home/buy them a new home. Mark gave the money to Betty. The daughter BJ and her son Brandon obtained the money from Betty (likely by threatening her) and spent it all on drugs. Most recently, the daughter BJ told Mark that the father Larry died and asked him for money so Mark showed up for the funeral and uncovered the truth. The dad was alive and well. Their house has not been improved at all, as the money was intended for, they still live in absolute squalor. Ray, Timmy and Lorraine suffer as a result.
Don't forget the part about the snake Tyler coming in and making Mark out the be this nasty dude who didn't donate the money. That piece of work has a whole lot to answer for.
This angers me. You witnessed the living conditions. You knew daughter had drug issues. All the signs were there. But you asked TH-camrs to give money. Wow you are the biggest idiot. You exposed the poor just to get ratings. Wow
Mark, it sounds like you know a bit about addiction. You sound quite composed, congratulations!! I'm in recovery and I know the road to recovery can be quite challenging. I was blindsided by this because I just started watching and felt the sadness. In recovery it is said that geographical changes don't work and wherever you go there you are.
Thank you for doing what you do, Mark (and everyone behind the scenes). Sorry you felt a burn from this family. I think we all did as well. Keep shining your light on all of those people who need it ❤
@@barbaralong5209htf is he making money off them? He showed receipts recently of all the money he sent Betty and Larry. All the money was suppose to be for a new house. He's even spent his own money on them. All the GoFundMe money is depleted
@@barbaralong5209I would doubt that Mark has a net profit at all. Most of his videos are demonetized (which is extremely prevalent in this genre and many others). TH-cam advertisement payout rates in this genre, when not demonetized, are very low. He has paid out thousands on top of thousands to this clan, in addition to the GoFundMe monies that me and thousands of others sent in.
Even after being confronted by Mark, the two of them were still hinting about needing gas money. Time to just walk away Mark. It was a really nice thing you did for them, I'm sure your heart is broken.
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I know mark was the first but how many people swing by they’re place now? I seen atleast two other content creators “visit the whittakers” now and it probably started off as a kind gesture offering afew bucks for the stuff at Walmart and groceries, but more people stop by now and they must realize people post this stuff and make a buck off it so they probably see it as “paying they’re dues” since they’re recording us. 100 thousand dollar flushed down the drain though, mark should of used the money to hire contractors and the like, rather then just leaving them alone with it. It’s like he set them up to “stop by and check in, since they can’t manage money themselves” like what did he expect sending them money and leaving all those donations with them.
@christianweayour therbroadcasti3491 your wrong putting your faith in Jesus does not save. KJV For God so loved the world he gave his only begotten that whosoever BELIEVETH IN HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. BELIEVE THE KEY WORD!
Larry was in on it too. It’s obvious the way he reacted when he got out of the truck and Mark said “is that the way to dress for your funeral “. Larry says calmly “I don’t know nothin about that”. A normal response from someone not knowing anything would be like what the hell are you even talking about and being surprised and not understanding the question. Larry’s been in on it. He didn’t even live across the road from them until Mark starting coming around and helping the others. I didn’t trust him or the rest of his clan when the first started showing up. Kevin is the most trustworthy person in the family other than Timmy, Loraine and Ray who are just kind souls who are clearly clueless about money and drama
@@JLKDOOM Larry’s side of the family is the ones who’ve been getting all or most of the money. I wouldn’t be surprised if he hasn’t gotten a huge cut and has thousands of dollars buried out there somewhere. There’s no way they’ve burned up 150,000 dollars in just drugs in that short amount of time. Larry has a stash I bet.
Yep Larry knew. He acted defensively saying “I don’t know anything about that” when Mark first asked him about the funeral. That is not what a person says, if he truly didn’t know anything he would have confused and amused by the funeral comment
God Larry telling us about his wife was the most beautiful heartbreaking clip. You can see the pain he carries from not only losing the woman he's in love with, but also from seeing the consequences of her death in his daughter's addiction/behavior. The advice he was giving her is wise- just suffer through it. He didn't say that it is easy, he admitted how difficult it is to actually get through something painful. But then it ends up being okay. My heart goes out to Larry cause I don't think BJ will actually get the help.
@@Blessedishisname and you sound like an idiot for assuming that this is something I would take a side on as if we were watching some sort of sporting event, you rube. Only a simpleton like you would view a situation like this through the optics of there being a “side.” Open your eyes and do a little thinking. This isn’t about taking a damn side, these are real people, whom all combined, still probably have an IQ lower than room temperature. These people are so mentally compromised I highly doubt a single one of them would be considered legally competent enough to stand try over a parking ticket….how is any of this ethical if they can’t even comprehend or have the capacity to consent to any of this? The Whittakers should be in the care of the state, they can’t make decisions for themselves.
Well she needs help.. people are pretty quick to judge drug addicts when they do fucked up stuff but... You're not yourself when youre withdrawing .... You'll do just about anything to get more stuff.... It sucks and it's not right but look at the life these people live.... Id probly get high too.....
2:57 Mark "I asked you about Larry dying, you said "he's dead". 2:59 Betty "BJ told me to tell you that, I didn't know you were gonna give her no money."?! Betty knew BJ was scamming Mark for money but lied right to Marks face because she was afraid felt threatened and intimidated by BJ Larry and Brandon. BJ needs to face consequences for elder abuse and have a restraining order against her Brandon and maybe Larry. How depressing and sad to betray Mark's kindness w lies.
The only money he should be offering is for her to get into treatment if she wants it. Otherwise she shouldn't be getting a penny. She should be working anyhow. She seems extremely capable.
Yeah, when Larry got out the truck and didn't acknowledge Mark like he doesn't see him tells all. In other videos he is one of the first to acknowledge Mark
yeah he knew what was up 100%. and taking $100k from someone, spending it on drugs, then locking yourself in the trailer without even a 'hello' is world-beating cowardice
I have a soft spot for Kenneth. Gotta love Timmy & Ray as well. But Kenneth is a hard-working, honest man who provides more for the family than anyone (other than Mark financially) despite the cards he's been dealt. I have nothing but respect for Kenneth. I hope life treats him well..
Much agreed! You know what was telltale of the liars and the one's telling the truth? The liars were straight faced, rude, and nasty when they saw Mark, not so much as a hello. The one's who greeted Mark with a smile are as honest as the day is long! Well, that sure was the biggest slice of humble pie I've ever seen an entire family eat!!!
Hate to say it but just change your number and just move on in life it’s just going to keep happening till something bad happens just watch bet I pry I’m wrong
Ray pointing to the price is right on TV seems more than coincidence. I think he understands quite a bit he's non-verbal and without services to assist with communication. I remember when he showed Mark where a relative was buried when Mark asked about him.
I'm saddened to say that I now see Betty a bit differently. BJ telling her to tell Mark that Larry is dead, and she does it, is inexcusable. Betty is nowhere near stupid.
She's mentally handicapped. And Mark goes and so does the donation. Family is forever. She has to wake up in the morning and spend all day with these family.
It's shameful how this family has taken advantage of Mark to the point where he can no longer be generous with people. There are families a lot more honest and deserving of this money who will never get a chance. It's despicable.
Yeah, I’m a single mom and that money would change me and my daughters life. I don’t drink or do drugs. All I do is work and try to better our lives but my whole paycheck goes to bills and I’m never able to save any money. This really frustrates me.
@@_help_me_reach_1k$150,000 over 3 years could've changed 80% of people's lives in the right hands. Unfortunately, there was no way this family could've managed that amount of money in their situation without a trust or a guardianship or something. This was almost inevitable when this was the way the money was allocated.
People are people, everyone is like this... out of 10 million people there is maybe 1 among them that will never take advantage of a good person, and that's MAYBE.
I never doubted Mark for even a minute. Mark is a good soul who was only trying to help. My suspicions about the Whittakers are 100% confirmed. Sad and disappointed.
@@MzAnzuMy s.o has a cousin who had a job and was perfectly fine and not homeless or anything but him and his dad would go pan handle on their days off in their worst clothes..I stopped giving money to pan handlers after that, can't trust alot of people
My grandmother always said that no good deed goes unpunished. I admire the undertaking, Mark. Unfortunately, this is what happens whenever a very poor family comes into money. All of the ailments of poverty will still exist. Poor choices will continue to be made. Money helps, but it never really solves anything. Still, it is good to help)
He has made tons of money off their videos. He also made them sign papers saying they could only do content with him. He also started 2 just fund mes for them that have got a lot of money in them. You should watch the video the other youtuber made. I think it's called the poorest city in America or something like that.
@@Shellybelly778let just go and give them all that money and see what they do with it, and you think them not doing content with anyone is a bad thing, if you think mark is bad just imagine what others would have done. Soft white underbelly isn’t a saint but it’s sure better than people are making it seem.
they've legit gotten all the money, besides the taxes that were paid. He showed receipts. And yea, imagine letting others exploit a vulnerable family unit because you shed light on their life. Totally ethical right?@@Shellybelly778
Did you see where they where when he first started interviewing them they had nothing he did so much for them if you cant see that you must be blind @Shellybelly778
I think Lorraine was trying to tell Mark all she has seen on the household scams (involving BJ and Betty). I think she wanted Mark to know she was not involved in the lies.
I hate to break it to you, but your teacher didn't come up with that saying. Everyone's been saying it since the beginning of time. Rihanna even says it in her song 'Take A Bow'..
This is so unbelievably frustrating to watch. I’ve been following the whittakers since you started chronicling them. I was a bit behind in watching so I viewed the state fair video and then this one. It’s only because you have interviewed so many people with addiction that you can have any insight as to the lengths people will go for their addiction. I’m 15 years sober from alcohol and I didn’t do a lot of things that that I hear people talking about, BUT those things are only a matter of time if I go back out and it’s no different for anyone with addictions. I knew you helped them out here and there but over 100k??? I would not give her a dime. Not because she faked her father’s death but because she will always have someone to fall back on and will be robbed from the gift of desperation. Thanks for all you do. Good luck.
I can almost guarantee BJ isn't moving to North Carolina. Where would she go? She has no plans. I think she just wants Mark to fork over some more money and leave. Giving her $2000 will only go to buying more drugs. It's sad but what this family needs most is someone to manage their money and work to help them clean up their living conditions. Just throwing more money at them is not the answer.
Exactly.. When she said, she doesn’t know anyone there and won’t be able to find drugs, I knew it was bs.. A drug addict could find drugs on the moon if there..What a mess this turned into..
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Betty isn’t as clueless as she’d like everyone to believe.
No she's not, I've said that in the beginning! So now we know what happened to all that money 😢
She’s being taken advantage of obviously… they’re telling her to lie and she doesn’t have the skills or intelligence to stand up for herself.
Boy that's so true! I'd be running for the hills if I was mark.
I agree sadly.
They aren't good liars.
Also Timmy being super excited to see Mark was wholesome
bet he thinks of watermelon every time he sees Mark 🍉😍
That was honestly so heartwarming
Timmy is such a genuine person ❤❤❤
In my opinion, he’s the only one who deserves any kind of help or donations. Looking back, they never should have been given money like that without some supervision. They aren’t capable of handling that amount of money
Aww, Sweet Timmy and Ray 💙💙 GOD BLESS YOU MARK
That’s baller to hop on a red eye flight to fly across country to call somebody out on their BS! Well done, Mark! Had to be done!
He pulled up like a gangster
They ain't gonna care..they don't have to answer to him.
If he don't want to give them money he don't have to...
If he can't handle the way they are he should leave them alone.
Agreed
@@CanMoose You sound a little Odd, WV yourself. 😂😂😂
@@CanMoose You have no clue about the situation
And it seemed as though Ray and Timmy were the only one’s genuinely happy to see him, they were the only two who weren’t told anything clearly because the others weren’t as happy.
Ray goes around with 💩 stained pants because he literally 💩 s and pisses himself all day,he and Timmy wouldn’t know anything
Because the others aren't retarded
Timmy and Ray are the only ones who greeted him properly. Everyone else seems to know what's going on, which is strange considering they 'don't know' about Larry's 'funeral'.
Right I agree with u but I’m on the fence about if Kenny really knows anything or if he doesn’t it kinda seemed like he wanted to tell mark something in private but idk
I'm sure Lorraine isn't in on it though lol, she's always been the quiet one.
Absolutely
Kenneth is ALWAYS trailing Mark. It's almost like he didn't want to be by the camera cuz he didn't want to get interviewed / questioned. All of it is a damn shame 😢
@@GordonGarvey you're right. I should have mentioned Lorraine, Timmy, Ray but I discounted them due to my perception that they aren't mentally able to be complicit in any scamming. That was messed up of me.
Faking Larry's death to scam money is just.... disgusting 😟
Nah fr like WTF ... 😒😒
So are you?
Drug addiction has absolutely no moral code. It’s an absolute soul destroyer.
Aww that’s a shame… but I know Mark knows they don’t know any better way.
Mark, you are a God send to this family❤ Bless you Mark for your caring heart, many rewards await you in heaven, I do believe. I have soooo much respect for you.
@@BAKER22-l4uwhat does that mean? That's an honest question, I'm genuinely curious
Ray is always so hospitable towards Mark, always offering a seat and pointing out things he finds interesting. Feel so sorry for him, Lorraine and Timmy! 😔
Made me cry Lorriane is never that verbal ... this must have been heartbreaking for Mark to sit with on the plane ride home - There should be a trust for those 3 and social media could do that - what are those 3 going to do in 5yrs when all of this over ? Since day 1 i have thought that ...or hoped for that ..everyone is sick here even Mark says BJ needs help ... this is tragic
We love ray
Agreed
So ❤Ray ❤❤❤
They deserve better than their living conditions for sure. They need to be stay together tho
I grew up in poverty and something my mother always said to me was “when you lend someone money, consider it a gift. There’s a good chance you aren’t getting it back and even more that they’ll use it for something else, so just do it for the sake of doing a good thing”. People in the comments are telling Mark not to give them money anymore, asking how he’s so calm knowing thousands of dollars were spent on drugs, this and that. But he reminds me of my mom and I believe he has heart of gold. Staying calm and being able to still talk with them also shows Mark’s maturity because remember, all of the people in this situation are disabled to some degree. Even BJ has stuff going on. Mark is treating them with respect by confronting the situation, but not outwardly being angry or aggressive. I personally think he and his team (partner? whoever else was with him) handled this fantastically.
Absolutely you're right Kat
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He should not be giving them anything at all-just a bunch of drug addicted people.
Mark, you are better than most people. After Betty *BLATANTLY* lied on you, you still chose to come to their rescue. That speaks volumes of your character.
You should be ashamed of yourself, Mark is an awesome man. @@VintageVegans
Enabling ?@@VintageVegans
I love mark but he IS an enabler
Well said!! Xxx 💖 🌸
@@celticwarrior777Exactly! Also, in my opinion, being an enabler is NOT a kind thing to do. That doesn’t help others to grow, holding them accountable does.
Notice how Betty had that "uh-oh" look on her face when Mark rolled in? She knew exactly what was up
Agree
Unfortunately
Yeah I think so to
Exactly. BUSTED
Couldn't even pretend to be warm and hospitable or happy to see him. A stranger would have been treated better.
The look on Betty's face when Mark showed up. Priceless. She knows more than she claims.
Personally I believe she knows exactly what’s happening. Everyone that said “I don’t know nothin’ about this” knows everything about it.
Oh my god I read the comments before I saw that and wow your right. Her face entirely says “Oh fuckk”
Yeah she knows but she’s also very easily manipulated and a people pleaser. She will agree with anyone like that other TH-camd who got her to say that mark doesn’t give her any money. She may have a personality disorder or complex trauma
Betty an OG scammer
She definitely knows
As someone who donated, it hurts my heart that BJ lied and took advantage of our kindness. Scammers are everywhere. If any more money is raised, it should be set up in a trust with an attorney who can distribute funds as needed for essentials. It's so sad that she took money from such a kind person. BJ needs rehab, Betty needs to stop giving their money away. So sad.
Drug addiction makes you do some crazy things, things against your own morals. But yes it’s bad
@@bewarethenight6749 mark lied
BJ is not sorry that she lied, but she’s damn sorry that she got caught.
That’s the best comment on here
Most definitely she not going to change now she thinks she get money to move she bullied them to get the money vile
That near made me throw up @@Dustypa66
Exactly
Indeed
As one of the donors, I believed I was giving to provide this family with a decent home. I don’t blame you Mark but I’m sad that the money wasn’t set up in a trust with a local lawyer in charge of administering funds. The money should never go directly to Betty or anyone else in this family. They are simply not capable of making good decisions and never will be. Sad.
Absolutely
everyone needs that donated to them tell Mark stop giving your money for drugs
People have their own life to, no one has time to meet with lawyers n go thru the whole process of setting up trust funds and rules on how the money should be distributed. He’s not a babysitter, plus if he did do that then people would be commenting saying he’s trying to control them and their life blah blah blah
Yes❤
These aren't the first people that mark helped fund their addiction through donations. His intentions are good atleast.
It’s amazing how Mark doesn’t absolutely lose his sh*t.
Yeahhh if I were him they might actually need clothes for a funeral or two 😅
That's because this is all about content
I would have gone crazy🤯
@@pepperwestwoodhahaha no doubt!!!
he is a everything Tyler wants to be, but never will.
the timing though , wow.
Mark: I've watched your channel for several years now, including your interviews with others, not just the Whitakers. I don't recall if I've ever left a comment, but despite my wrist being in a cast that makes it difficult to type, I felt the need to say the following:
I was born in Southern West Virginia and reared there until the age of 17, when I left for college. I did not live in a situation even remotely close to the Whitakers, but I had classmates and friends who did. After moving to Nashville and Gatlinburg, TN, finishing nursing school, and finally settling in North Carolina, I had grown accustomed to not seeing such squalor and destitution as exists in Southern W.Va. When I went back to visit my Granny and Papaw over the years and would pass many homes and living conditions similar to the Whitakers along the way, I seriously had what was very similar to culture shock. Those who see this type of destitution every day, even if it's something far removed from their lifestyle in West Virginia (whether they were raised there and/or currently living there), do not realize just how repressed and depressed they are. If some of the many wonderful families really knew what was simply normal in other areas, they wouldn't be able to fathom just how far down the poverty line they really fall.
I saw a comment below that said something akin to if the Whitakers got new everything, the house would look as bad as it does now in no time. On thinking about it, I think the comment was more correct than not; however, if someone who knew and understood the deep Appalachian way of life, who could teach the Whitakers, for lack of a better word, and guide them in better hygiene, how to, perhaps, make a chore chart so that those who are able can contribute to the home and yard maintenance, I believe the Whitakers could have life more assimilated to what every-day life looks like for country folk. I believe that Betty, as well as everyone else, would be shocked by how wonderful it feels to simply get to sleep in a clean bed with clean linens, even if they have trouble articulating it. I watched an episode once where you talked to them and came to the understanding that Ray, Loreen {sp?}, and the others whose speech was unintelligible DID understand what was said to them. Having something as elementary as a chore chart would be a rewarding system, as well, so that they know they contributed to the better state of the home.
There are so many lovely people in West Virginia. My grandparents were reared in Wayne County, W.Va. and lived in Logan, West Virginia most of their lives. They were not well educated, as they were from an era that experienced the Depression, but everything they had was immaculate, and they raised 2 children, my mom being one of the 2, who are pillars of their community. When my grandparents died, they left a nice inheritance for their children, a paid-off home, and a car, truck, and boat that were paid off, as well. My grandpa was a coal miner, my uncle was an accountant for coal mines, and my Granny was a homemaker. They were country people and I thought the absolute world of them. So being poor, as they were as they were coming of age, doesn't have to be a generational problem. I do think they just need guidance on how to be different. That's just an opinion, and I don't know every intricacy regarding the Whitakers, of course, but it was just a thought. The family members who are drug users also need to be out of their lives. I understand what a huge conundrum that can be, as I went through it with one of my sons, successfully thank God, but I don't think the Whitakers have the emotional support or wherewithal to force someone to change their life, as well as their falling prey to a younger generation who manipulate them and, yes, probably frighten them if threats were involved. Again, just thinking aloud.
Thank you for what you've done for all of your participants. You have a beautiful soul and are someone who can look past the concrete walls of addiction, molestation, deeply embedded street life, etc., things most people would never see in their lifetimes. Because of your channel, people can learn about different cultures and ways of life, as well as foster compassion and become others with malleable hearts while doing so.
My apologies for such a long comment. I'm a freelance writer, so typographical errors are my Kryptonite. :-) If I may ever help you in any way, please let me know. I'd be gracious and happy to do so.
I agree, wholeheartedly with everything you said. My parents were raised in Varney WVa up Varney holler. My Pawpaw was a coal minor and my mom was the oldest of 10 kids. But they were the cleanest people I have ever known and it was taught and passed down to everyone in our family. I love to visit, but yes, you’re gonna drive past squalor and poor living conditions as well as the decent and nice homes/Trailors when driving through Matewan, Delbarton, Varney, Logan ect, ect… but either Larry or Betty said in one of the videos that their mommy and daddy‘s house was the same way. They grew up in it and were never taught any different so that’s the way they continued to live. It has to be taught and passed down. They are way too old now, and their bodies are not as capable anymore to clean up after that many people.
@@sherryvickery56 Nice to see someone from my "neck of the woods," as they say. I've been to all of the small towns you mentioned many times. I used to travel and sing with a gospel group, as did my grandparents and my mother. I know people from each of the towns you mentioned, as well, and have sung in Matewan several times too.
It's too bad that the Whitakers don't have one single person out of the group who could/would help them get things straightened up so they could live better lives. If I woke up to that every day, I dare say I'd even want to. It seems that once someone learns they get a bit of money, family or not, the plot thickens (and sickens).
I hope something good comes of everything Mark has done for them. As we both agree about cleanliness and, if nothing else, keeping things straight, being something one learns through generations, I hope something will register (or be demonstrated to them by visiting their home) to them, if capable.
Again, it's very nice to see you, Sherry. My Granny and Papaw lived in Mitchell Heights in Logan, and I still have family in Justice Edition. Go Mountaineers! 😁
I didn’t trust Larry because he scammed that car out of Betty. Larry Told Betty I’m going to buy you a car & you asked if she could drive and after a few more questions he said “that cars mine”. Betty can’t say no to anyone.
@@BonnieBumgartner That bothered me instantly too, Bonnie.
@@IamKimsational I knew that guy was able to control Betty, he is the smartest besides Ray and he can’t talk. He knew what he was doing. They all came running when they found about Mark. They hadn’t been around for a while according to the first video. They ruined everything for Betty, Ray, Loren & Timmy.
BJ is not crying because she is ashamed of herself or sad that she betrayed Mark. She is crying because she got caught. The gig is up, gotta find a new way to get money for drugs
The hustle never stops. Until something stops your hustle.
Lol, Just when you thought you've seen and heard It all.
I agree. Crying wolf 😢
I definitely agree with you!! She’s busted now lol it’s just sad
Indeed
Giving BJ $2000 to 'get started" in NC would literally be funding her final overdose. She should not get a dime until she is in a clinic and discharged with a clean bill of health, THEN get receipts for every penny sent to the family
Good let her go.
Yes, giving money to a drug addict is always a mistake. Pay for a place at detox and rehab sure, but someone would have to make sure she went.
💯 facts
Daddy don't give his hoes CASH but he buys them the Things they Need .
Not a bad formula in some cases
Mark never gets this
Am I the only one that thought giving them money was a bad idea from the start? Buying them food and clothes is one thing but giving them cash is just a bad idea.
Nope! Betty and Larry taking advantage of the donations was obvious for a very long time. People are just so desperate to virtue signal that they feel the need to equate disability with quality of character. People are people- there will always be good ones and bad ones. Mental deficiency doesn’t overwrite that, but usually exacerbates it.
Notice how the extended friends and family came out of the woodworks. Even this guy that moved in next door is taking a slice.
Absolutely not! I knew that nothing good would come from it. After the first few times of them asking for it without making the repairs to the home as they said they would, I would have paid the contractors directly or found an executor to see over the funds. Especially when Betty is asking him for $5000 every couple of weeks. Mark helped them a lot. More than anyone would have.
He never should have he asked for money for the house. That’s ALL it should EVeR have gone for, they always have some sob story
Don't get me wrong, i think it's great mark helps them, unlike Tyler. But these people have been surviving without Mark's help long before he came into their lives. Cash in hand is not what these people need, systemic change is what they need. And any monetary help should be in the form of goods and services.
To quote Maya Angelou "When someone shows you who they are, believe them". Count your losses and walk away from them! You are such a kind, generous man and their deceitfulness does not take away from that. Shame on them!
Getting scammed by the Whitakers is the plot I never saw coming !
Same 😂
lmfao!!
It was inevitable. They are hooked on his money, as there is no where else they can get income. Without it, they are back where they were in the beginning.
I did. Quite a few poor mountain people are GREAT at scamming the system. They're smart in all the right ways. Sad, but true.
You know that 😂
Creators accusing MARK as a scammer???! Watch THIS!!!!!!! No, never. He is genuinely trying to help them. Look at this!
man people really are gullible arent they lol
Ha… and look what they did to him.
Exactly! There are youtubers trying to spin it so that Mark looks like the bad guy. They have it all wrong!!!!
💀 yall act as if scammers can't get scammed
Well thats wait and see what Tyler will do. I bet he goes into hiding. He's a bully coward.
FROM DAY ONE: You NEVER include money. Fundraise, fix their roof, buy their needs at Walmart but NEVER SEND MONEY. EVER
You are 100% right!
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Mark should have known better. He had to know he was going down a rabbit hole? I think he knew exactly what was going on, and he simply followed through on the exercise to prove another point? If he had simply called the so-called funeral home to tell them that he would pay associated fees for the funeral, then this abominable creature who calls herself his daughter would not have been able to pull off the scam on the one person in the world who took an interest in their family and has bettered their lives exponentially. I have met Mark Laita’s sister and kinder person and a the Laita’s are honorable people. One of the reasons Mark began this channel was because he wanted to try to help people in a small way, and in the effort of helping marginalized people, he wanted to shine a light on the circumstances that some people find themselves. It was a way to help people avoid making similar mistakes. Shame on this woman for doing this!
Agreed 💯
Right!? Britney Spears and Bam Margera need a conservatorship yet let's just give the Whittaker's 150k cash; they'll budget it wisely!
That little itty-bitty puppy is so adorable
Pouncing up and down barking at Mark
How cute
So precious! 🐶😍
I'm sure some of the money goes to that.
When you're that poor, shiny objects have more reality and appeal than big dreams that seem impossible.
The fact that this man flew across the country at the drop of a hat to bust her for lying to him is gangster af😂
AF!
Savage on business 😂 (respectfully)
hard gansta love ❤i don't even think my parents would make that trip.
notice they said the 'other guy' won't even answer his phone. grab clout + split. views are $$ don't waste 'em on sleezebags.
WORD!
He holds her accountable yet remains so kind and patient. ❤
NOOO BETTY SHOULD NOT BE GETTING THE MONEY. They need a conservator
Ya' think!? If anyone with a brain was actually trying to help, they wouldn't just hand money to people who can't even care for themselves.
Exactly. They have no financial literacy. No stewardship. Which was always evident. Mark enabled this as well. May people learn how to serve the highest good and not their own distortions.
DISCERNMENT
Amen!!
so right.
As soon as Mark said he forgave her, she instantly stopped crying and got chatty.😔 I wouldn’t trust any of them moving forward.
I agree. They are using him. This family is a waste of time and money. It`s too bad people do this, cause it only hurts themselves. When somebody offers to help you out, you should be kind and appreciate. Not greedy and manipulative. They cannot be trusted. That`s the truth. Take your hard earned money, and give it to someone more deserving. There are families out there who need your help more than these leeches.
It gets tricky when drugs are involved. Addiction is a very self serving illness. People are willing to traffic their own children to avoid getting sick and withdrawing. Then sobering up and facing the damage that affects so many people. It’s a vicious cycle. I hope they get well.
He gives them the money that their docs have made. This video is going to make them more money. Amazon delivers anywhere. If they need something, it should just be ordered and sent to them.
First off it’s the other way around, he’s using them… i could even argue he’s exploiting them. Don’t bunch everybody in with one bad person, also keep in mind these people are mental they don’t make sound decisions. A mental person can get away with murder easy but being told to say “Larry is dead” because a family member told you to is too far? That makes perfect sense to her, everybody else seemed genuine of course the drug addicted lady isn’t… but that’s expected.
Those are the two of the worst drugs to get off of ,moving is not gonna do it. She needs in treatment for months . This ain’t going away anytime soon. They all think moving is going to do it . They either overdose end up in jail as a disease progresses. She needs in treatment. The only way I would help his family is if I purchased what they needed I would pay for treatment for her no more cash giving but that’s me.
Whittaker update:
Betty had a heart attack & Timmy had to be in the hospital for a few days.
Source: Paige's tikt0k , she said good news is they are both doing better & everyone else is doing good.
Larry was arrested 06/12/24 charged with larceny-1 & conspiracy.
Source: west virginia mugshots
What a mess.
Mark, rather than offering a drug addicted thief who scammed you a "couple thousand dollars to move away" you should have told her "get into detox today or I will be pressing charges for fraud and theft". If you want to help her, give her an ultimatum, not a reward of more money!
100% BJ should be charged with obtaining funds by deception
Forgive them guys, what would pressing charges against someone who aren't right in head will get us into. She should be taught rather punished. Let's be polite with people who need help,what fault is there's to get them all in this situation. What Timmy Ray and two sisters have to do with what they are.
Use your brain
She isn't well enough to have a couple thousand dollars
@@sfss1918 It would scare her into detox rather than rewarding her for lying stealing and threats of arson unless she gets paid. She will spend every penny on her drugs elsewhere than return home to live w Larry continuing to intimidate threaten and strongarm Betty for cash.
Imagine that, these people could have had a new house, but 2 drug addicts used up all of the money that was given to them in good faith. Just tragic.
Heartbreaking
🛑⚠️🚨 The small town is corrupt, jealous of their fame, EXTORTING the family. They’re scared now!! 😢
No way that's what happened
Yes way. Drugs are expensive over a few years .@@leighleigh747
Shakespeare
Mark is the man, he showed up knowing Larry wasn’t dead. I truly love this channel.
Did Mark know that Larry wasn't dead though? Mark asked Betty and Betty said Larry had died. And Betty is Larry's sister, so I guess I would not believe that someone's SISTER would lie or not know that they died.
Example, if my brother told me he found out that my sister had died and I contacted my mom and my mom ALSO confirmed that my sister had died. Then I would have no real reason not to believe that my sister had died. Even though my mom is shady and lies about things sometimes, you would have to be pretty evil to LIE about someone dying.
Mark is a good guy
Haha. Yes, Mark had to at least suspect a scam.
It’s easy views tho
It makes for good content. It also makes this whole situation seem like a game they're all playing, Mark included.
Larry knows all about this. If one of my kids said I was dead,and I wasn't, I'd be kicking ass
Stuff like this is why kindness in the world is dying. Too many people exploiting kindness until the kindness runs out, and the ones who need it rarely EVER get it.
Exactly.
Sometimes, you give people a hand, and they take your whole arm. 🫤🫤🫤
It’s nothing new. Don’t be naive.
Exactly. It’s really sad.
💯🎯 Sad.
What hurts my heart the most is knowing Timmy, ray and Lorraine are going without, because the other family is ruining the bond with Mark by taking advantage.
Exactly. When mark said he didn’t know if he could trust any of them I was thinking … ray and Lorraine and Timmy are so pure.
I’m hoping Mark is thinking carefully of them. It’s not their fault. A trustee should be appointee to manage their part of any money or maybe Mark will still be able to take them out.
If Mark truly and genuinely wanted to help this family he would get Adult Protective Services involved and get poor Ray, Timmy, and Loraine out of that disease infested, fire trap of a so called (home) ! They could be living in an assisted living facility and be taken care of properly. Not be exploited on TH-cam for views and money by their family members.
Mark is socialist. Its his job to take care of others. Some people love to be doormats.
I am hopeful for Timmy & Loraine…Ray is another story…there is known violence and SA in his history. He would never make it in a facility…
Ray and Timmy are the two that love to see Mark. Most genuine.
And Kenneth too, it seems. He seems like a stand up guy.
Don’t forget Lorraine
@dave93x yea I like Kenneth
Yes genuine hearts
FEMALES CAN BE VERY DEVIOUS, I CAN SAY THIS, I AM ONE, FEMALE THAT IS
The title of the video had me heart broken. This was just sad , they are all getting older so it could happen at anytime. Thanx for sharing. We wish this family all the best. BT 🇨🇦
The sad part is Ray, Timmy, and Lorraine are the innocent ones and will suffer from the actions of the others. Mark, you're a good guy and it's easy to see you sincerely care.
Timmy and Ray were beyond excited to see Mark
Kenneth dosnt cause any problems
I felt Lorraine was itching to speak about it but couldn't.....they all understand but the three of them cannot speak....
They are not innocent 😂 everyone is on scamming you brainless viewers.
@@nevillerobert318 I feel the exact same way. Poor thing.
What an absolute insult to anyone who has financially contributed to the family
What about the fact mark has raised more than enough to buy them a home but still hasn't got them a new home
I agree Mark needs to own up and pay everyone back. Thst donated money but he won't it's disgusting.
@@bigmac5859Mark posted a different video breaking down all of the funds from their online fundraising.
He didnt take their money! You can see in the previous videos the new truck, the new shed-house the one guy had brought in.. and every other "need" they created with each request. He literally caught them in a friggin lie in this video, but yet he's the dishonest one? Accountability is a lost concept these days. Betty & BJ knew to lie to get money, but they totally didn't spend the donated monies. 👌@slapdoctor707
The FBI needs to check into this.
Dude, only $20 000 would've changed my family's life. And these people go burn 150grand on drugs!?! Not only disrespectful to everyone who donated but also to everyone who could've used that money for actual life changing purposes. Quit helping them
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Romans 6:23
John 3:16❤😊❤😊😊
Exactly 💯
Seriously! Even 10K would change my life. It would get me a working car. I can't really blame the Whittackers so much, though. Not enough cognitive ability there to really hold them accountable. Mark walks a strange road. He's learning and teaching all of us at the same time. This was a particularly expensive lesson.
Man I feel that. I pray everyday and just wish I could come into 5 or 10k. It would change the trajectory of my life for so many years
stop it, this is youtube not fucking church!!!!
@@christianweatherbroadcasting
I just love your genuineness Mark. God Bless you. I’ve grown up with a very dysfunctional family. But you truly have a compassion beyond measure. ☺️
Ray is the only one that makes sense now
LMAO is that the one who barks??
@@jasonolinger7585 “barks” is crazyy🤣, but yes him.
LMAO! Yea he makes the most sense lol@@theesirniqueb.
@@theesirniqueb.right lol
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$153,000 would be absolutely life-changing for any struggling lower, middle-class person of sound mind. Mark is a generous soul, but maybe the lesson here is to remember what the purpose of this project originally was: to show the world an anthropological snapshot of people suffering in America’s broken system. It was never meant to be one man’s burden to solve.
Yes, enabling others who take advantage and or use money like this for drugs is a hard lesson to learn and not repeat! Just as what happened with the Rebecca help that Mark repeatedly tried!
@@janetarmstrong7010I’m almost 100% certain mark and “Rebecca” were lovers
That’s a damn shame
lIFe cHaNgInG!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@@FrannieMaeB5150no tf they aren’t
I feel like Ray is trying to show you all the ways you've made his life better. The TV, his shoes, the puppy, the oven. ❤
😢😢❤❤
He’s the best
And he always does! Love Ray!
The dogs look healthy ❤
@@ellenadams7354my thoughts exactly
As a drug addict, hearing bj say
“ i’ve been on 50 mg for a month they should be able to move me up to a higher dose”
Y’all just don’t understand
She is so far from ever quitting
Exactly what I was thinking.
Methadone?
@@krystalkasprzyk1789yes
I am sorry, what does that mean? I have no clue about substitution and stuff.
@@Kloetenhenne she needs to decrease the dose not increase it, he doesn t even understand the concept of it apparently
The deepest sadness is Betty’s coldness upon Mark’s appearance. She was annoyed he found out. Caught in the lies. Not at all happy to see him. Mark….the person who improved the quality of their lives so much, loved them, cared for them. Not ok. Says it all. When people show you who they are, believe them. BJ’s on drugs…what is Betty’s excuse….what is Larry’s excuse? I did not see one shred of sincere remorse.
Exactly!
There is no excuse to give BJ and the grandson are rinsing Betty of all their money to fund drug habits and if they don’t get there way they kick off the grandson and bj kick of at Larry and then Larry kicks off at Betty Because he is getting it from bj and his grandson and so the cycle goes on xx
Right? For not knowing anything about what was going on, she sure looked guilty. Didn't give him a proper hello or anything! Even a stranger would have had a warmer greeting.
Nobody here in the comments seem to have had any dealings whatsoever with the intellectually challenged . She is retarded. Higher functioning but retarded just the same. The emotional spectrum is experienced differently if at all but the base emotions. Life is lived moment by moment with each moment having and leaving little impact or lasting impression on the experience.
Expectations and judgement placed on Betty are ridiculous and pure folly as they are never going to be lived up to. Can the color black be green? Can an apple be an orange? No they cannot, no interference o manipulation will change them from what they are. Stop protecting she can know what is wrong from right but that knowledge has no forward impact as to the implications of what actions will affect outcomes.
Poor Mark, after all his support he now has to do as all us victims have to do...
Make a Dignified End to the Story somehow
This guy has pumped 100,000 dollars into this family and NOTHING has improved?!? I think it's time for Mark to fold his cards and call it a day on helping them to be honest.
He did.
It was actually more than $150,000!
Wasn't it a GoFundMe set up because i remember something was said about how it's gone or almost all gone because they constantly ask for money
I guarantee you he has made a lot more money off of them than he spent on them
WRONG he makes money off them and gives other peoples money away. (viewers)
Timmy’s happy reaction to seeing Mark made me smile.
His innocent and beautiful happiness is something I wish we could all share together.
Totally agree.
Awesome hello from Timmy.
Ofc hes going to be, he has no mental capacity
@@slaydog5102 timmy graduated high school so he has some mental capacity. Unlike the miserable shit for brains you working with
He has the capacity to love..
In dealing with those who are developmentally disabled, the money should have been put in some kind of guardianship for the family.
Kenneth was 100% embarrassed by his family
He sure was
Kenneth should be afforded some of the $, he's the only honest one.
Need to get Kenneth out of that environment and get him section 8 housing his own apartment
Kenneth is a good fella.
Isn’t he the one still working?
Sad part is that when Mark started doing these videos, there were like 5 Whittakers, each new video more people would show up, begging for money.
Yeah I never trusted Larry and his clan when they showed up. They were all 💰👀
all lazy deadbeats
Agreed!
I think a lot of them were there, only not as interesting for the channel, or didn't care to participate and potentially be made fun of online.
Yup the more he got them help the more that came around
The most grateful person in the family isn’t a person. It’s that dog you helped out with vet money to get that broken leg amputated.
Edit: Yes, Timmy and Ray are also grateful and love Mark.
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Yes, you are right about that. Such a shame all that money was wasted. They didn't even clean up the house. This is beyond sad.
This is bizarre. Mark has done soo much. Timmy is with who ???
@@crimeshaveconsequences4268Timmy is Lorraine's son. She was SA and gave birth to Timmy.
100%
Looking at Mark from a spiritual perspective, he’s a real Christian seeing how he’s shining a light AND trying to help what most people would not even look at because they’d be considered the scum of the earth. Yet, Mark is there for them and seems to genuinely care and forgive them for their mistakes, understanding how these people are not in their right mind. @Mark, you’re truly filling your life with good karma. God bless you.
Well said ❤ that comment God Bless you. It's that BJ one who is the problem
She is the bad Apple who will rot the rest of the bunch if she's not removed so remove her so the rest of the family can live in peace
It's quite obvious they didn't put $100,000.00 in that house. Mark needs too tell them the well is dried up. Don't keep feeding the problem.
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Either that or something needs to be implemented where the money collected actually goes towards their needs and not withdrawn.
Mark, I'm at a loss for words seeing how you continue to give and search for ways to assist them, even after they've misled and deceived you. Your generous nature knows no bounds, but it's clear you're too trusting.
Exactly t?y
It's another version of Rebecca - demanding and not appreciating.
Exactly
As a former drug addict, Mark please STOP 🛑 giving them money!! Betty is easily manipulated by the other family members that have drug issues and gives them money. If you want to help them just pay for the things they need, but NEVER give them any cash!!
Depending what he pays for drugies will sell things to get money
Not sure if she is manipulated or bullied unfortunately 😢
I'm sorry but I don't believe Betty is being manipulated. All throughout it she told on herself for more than this one time and at times she admits to lying that has nothing to do with this situation.
YOU KNOW wat ur talking about, I HOPE he reads your comment, THAT would be a "game changer" for me, I'd be done. I don't like wen people lie. That's right down to the devil, because the devil IS the father of lies
You are an amazing man sir
It is this type of behavior that makes generous people think twice about giving.
That's for sure,
Sad thing even the people that are indeed can see the weakness of the ability to say NO why sometimes it’s better not to do anything
You think he just gave them money cuz he was generous ? They made marks channel famous now he makes millions im sure. it’s really the least he can do ijs
Ill always help people, but I have had to set firm boundaries, because the majority of people who Ive helped/help are homeless and have been and probably always will be, because they show you, rather fast, why. They have almost certainly burned every bridge, thoroughly. It sucks and I still feel bad for them, but I have to make sure my home and family are safe before anything and I was, at one point, really putting myself out there, inviting people in my home, and unfortunately, Ive been screwed over, more often than not. God bless🙏❤️🙏🖖
Agreed @@Bfsm8012345
Mark just has the biggest heart, it's beyond comprehension.
Timmy getting excited to see Mark was so sweet .
He can't be trusted either. First video they run into him in Walmart and he hadn't seen them in forever. Then when money starts coming in he moves next door.
I think this point is so true and probably the only reason Mark cannot let go and walk away. Timmy is amazing.
Timmy is just so innocent in his own world! He genuinely loves Mark!
@@tray4978the above comment is about Timmy not Larry
I'd be excited to see the money man too!
The way Mark was frustrated but he never raised his voice shows how good of a human he is
But not very smart, what did he think would happen giving this family $100K cash? Of course they were gonna get taken advantage of, it would be easy to talk them into anything and with kids who have learning disabilities obviously they know $100K is coming in they are gonna try to get their hands on it. You can't just give people like this who have never had anything for 70 years of living that kind of money all of a sudden, Mark should've(or his assistants) arrange purchase of furniture, construction on the house and things like that. Give em $1K walmart card for food and things like that every now and then. You can't really blame people with mental retardation for blowing $100K, you blame the guy who fooled his viewers into giving that money and him just handing it over without any precautions in place.
You also know they didn't pay taxes on that money either, so now they will probably end up losing their property to the Govt. They probably now owe $30K+ in taxes
New Bathroom new toilet😮😮😮😮
He's on camera, and has also made a lot of money off these people
@@bennypit4411 Mark has stated that it’s their own money people donate to and he can’t really tell them no to their own money. And also how he pays the taxes cause if it were up to them the irs would be all up on them
Why would he be frustrated? He probably made thousands of dollars of content about them alone
You could see the horror on Betty's face when Mark turned up.
3:00 Kenneth was in total disbelive... first thing he said was "Larry isnt dead"
When Mark said hi I'm here for Larry's funeral, it's at 3 o'clock!!!!! They knew they were caught red handed.
These people are not slow. They know how to scam.
@@kdeloris2225The problem is BJ and Brandon and unfortunately Larry and Betty have to deal with family that are addicts and instead of putting their foot down they end up caving in. Many families with addicts go through the same ordeal. Where people could easily point fingers and Betty and Larry I have sympathy for them as I know first hand how it is with a family member you love is addicted and the constant battle of saying no and caving in to the addicts demand for money to buy drugs especially with opioids and the sickness. It’s only something you can truly understand when it effects you personally
Betty lied to mark on the phone then told him she never said that Larry was dead. Yet she really did. She pretends to play dumb yet shes been giving two people drug money the whole time and hiding it.
I think if mark wanted to help this family he should’ve done the work with the money himself, and paid contractors to do the jobs that needed done. Giving people who have the mental capacity of small children more money than their entire bloodline has ever seen was a massive mistake. How could they know what to do with it. This was so sad
I'm sure that would become a job in itself. Mark doesn't have time to be contractor, social worker and finance manager for this family.
It sells a lot of likes and comments though, funded by the donors.
Maybe Mark's the biggest scammer of all of them.
Unbelievable how they said Larry was dead in order to get more money. Glad you confronted this issue with them, Mark. You are a good man, Mark.
Am I the only one... who would’ve absolutely LOVED to see them set up a fake funeral service on Facebook live? That sounds like the greatest video of all time 😂.
“What can we say about dear Larry?”
Betty: “I DONT KNOW”
Yea doing all that for 150 bucks!! Absolutely pathetic!
That’s taking it too far.
Yikes
@@BlondeRockChick They took 1,000 for the funeral aka the new TV but the 150 probably was just actually gas money.
@@AParticularlyConcernedCitizen I wouldn’t doubt it a bit. Car doesn’t even hold that much but way they are their car could hahaha!!
The betrayal must be painful. No good deed goes unpunished.
He needs to just leave them alone like he said he would.
He was leaving them alone! BJ contacted him!
And usually when someone dies a lot of people will set aside their differences to go to a funeral. Which is respectful!
@@SilverToes756EXACTLY!!!! This shit is past it's expiration Date😂😂 So sad & pathetic!!!! And Betty always acting like she doesn't know WTF is going on is the Cherry on top😂😂😅
I'll keep watching though....
@@rebeccarebecca7094 not his business not his family
@@rebeccarebecca7094 he did this for content
😲OH HELL NO!! $150,000? I can't hold back my own tears. 71 yrs old. Worked since I was 16. No spouse, no children. Chronic lung disease & no living relatives. Barely surviving on $900 a month.
What I wouldn't give for a benefactor like Mark. I'm literally sick to my stomach.😭
Same here... $900 doesn't go very far, does it?
Me too ! I'm behind on my taxes and POV , insurance is due in a couple months. Not sure what to do . If I didn't own my home I would be homeless. 😢
It sickens me also!!
I Know I am nearly 66 My hubby Jim 70. Trying to make it lost our meals on Wheels .struggling living on plastic. This is Sad. I would have given, anything to had someone help us. Mark your A Good Man. Lucky People to to Have you Mark .
Is there hope? Can't fix this but only do what you do...I think Betty knows more than she wants you to know.
She won’t go to rehab. Don’t ever give them anymore money. They cannot responsibly care for themselves much less money
I hope that youtuber that dragged Mark for no good reason apologizes to Mark
he wrote some half @ssed pinned comment. He should take down the video bu God forbid he loses some views.
That would be Tyler Olivera.
@@reneelibby4885 he probably still has it up because he still wants the clicks and views
I agree Tyler definitely owes Mark an apology.
And turnes over whatever gofundme raised for them. Including his 10k he said he donated
Complaining that she can't get the same amount of money as Brandon does. Absolutely shameful.
The money was intended for Betty , Ray Loraine and Timmy ! NOT the scamming extended family !! This is sickening and needs to be legally delt with !
@@deb933Betty chosen as the guardian of tens of thousands of dollars is insane to me. Is anyone watching this surprised? 🤔
@tlmorris6399 my family comes from WV, it's not just there for sure.
So sorry Mark, you tried to do what’s right and got scammed
Wow Mark this is Scary .God Bless you Mark!!🤗🤗💖💖😎😎
bro Ray showing mark the TV and trying to get him to sit and watch was honestly really endearing, shame that family is all that Ray has.
Shame man and he was watching adverts.
Yeah, Ray deserves better.
I thought he was hinting around for a washer and dryer 😅
He was also showing him shoes and a new stove i think.
Ray has MARK as a FRIEND, that's important to RAY I'm sure.
I’m new to this channel and I can tell Mark really has a fondness for this family. He genuinely cares for them.
On a lighter note, I've never seen Lorraine so verbal and interactive. Its good to see😊
I saw that too. That’s the most I’ve ever heard her speak! 😍
Came here to say this. ❤
@@marisaortiz5819😮😮😮
The three who need the most help, Ray, Timmy and Lorraine seem to have benefited a lot from Mark's involvement which is good.
Specifically since she died in a car accident before Christmas.
Recap: Mark gave the Whittaker’s $153,000 cash. Majority of this money was donated by Mark’s TH-cam viewers with the intent to improve the Whittaker’s lives and improve their home/buy them a new home. Mark gave the money to Betty. The daughter BJ and her son Brandon obtained the money from Betty (likely by threatening her) and spent it all on drugs. Most recently, the daughter BJ told Mark that the father Larry died and asked him for money so Mark showed up for the funeral and uncovered the truth. The dad was alive and well. Their house has not been improved at all, as the money was intended for, they still live in absolute squalor. Ray, Timmy and Lorraine suffer as a result.
I always feel bad for Ray … he is innocent in all of this 😕
Don't forget the part about the snake Tyler coming in and making Mark out the be this nasty dude who didn't donate the money.
That piece of work has a whole lot to answer for.
Super grateful for an explanation. That's kind of the gist I got. I was lost for a minute there. Thank you!
Why would Mark continue to give money to Betty when he was never seeing improvements on the house?
This angers me. You witnessed the living conditions. You knew daughter had drug issues. All the signs were there. But you asked TH-camrs to give money. Wow you are the biggest idiot. You exposed the poor just to get ratings. Wow
Mark: “If you don’t take responsibility for everything it’s all just gonna keep repeating”
Ray: “AAAAAAAAAAAA!!!”
Mark: “That’s right, Ray”
Finally, a voice of reason!
I love how he interacts and communicates with Ray! It’s the best
And Ray loves Mark visiting as well as Timmy!
Lmfao ....lol
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Mark, it sounds like you know a bit about addiction. You sound quite composed, congratulations!!
I'm in recovery and I know the road to recovery can be quite challenging. I was blindsided by this because I just started watching and felt the sadness.
In recovery it is said that geographical changes don't work and wherever you go there you are.
Larry making an appearance in his own death announcement video is the most Whittaker thing I've ever seen 🤣
Indeed!
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😂😅🤣😅🤣🤣
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Just there chillin’
out of all this mess, I’m struck with how much Ray and Timmy love Mark. That speaks volumes about how mark treats this family.
Please continue to help Timmy Betty and Ray maybe just buy the clothes for them and stuff for the house pay the light bill in person etc
Fuck Betty Timmy Ray and the dogs are the only ones deserving help
@@kathyking5372And Lorraine
Truly feel sorry for all of them. I would send some to help. But trying to scam this good man is going to far.
Mark,
Move on. You have went above and beyond for this family. Enough is enough 😢
Same situation with rebecca. Can't help folks who don't want to help themselves! Been there done that!
Yep.
He's getting a lot out of these videos and the money the content makes him.
Thank you for doing what you do, Mark (and everyone behind the scenes). Sorry you felt a burn from this family. I think we all did as well. Keep shining your light on all of those people who need it ❤
I think its time to report them to the authorities and rescue Ray, Timmy & Lorraine and the poor animals too. Please. Its beyond time. 😢
It really has been past time. They’re inbred 😭😭
Mark isn't going to do that he's making too much money off them.
@@barbaralong5209htf is he making money off them? He showed receipts recently of all the money he sent Betty and Larry. All the money was suppose to be for a new house. He's even spent his own money on them. All the GoFundMe money is depleted
@@barbaralong5209I would doubt that Mark has a net profit at all. Most of his videos are demonetized (which is extremely prevalent in this genre and many others). TH-cam advertisement payout rates in this genre, when not demonetized, are very low. He has paid out thousands on top of thousands to this clan, in addition to the GoFundMe monies that me and thousands of others sent in.
WHY has this not happened? Mark did not want to end his saga and profits from displaying this family.
Even after being confronted by Mark, the two of them were still hinting about needing gas money. Time to just walk away Mark. It was a really nice thing you did for them, I'm sure your heart is broken.
All our hearts are broken . 💔 sorry mark
Repent and trust in Jesus. We all deserve Hell for our sins, such as lying lusting coveting and more. We can't save ourselves, but Jesus can save us. He died on the cross to save us for our sins and rose from the grave defeating death and Hell. You must put your faith in him only. He is the only way to Heaven. Repent and trust in Jesus.
Romans 6:23
John 3:16❤❤❤😊
@@christianweatherbroadcasting33 comments already spamming the same thing. You're parasitic scum.
I know mark was the first but how many people swing by they’re place now? I seen atleast two other content creators “visit the whittakers” now and it probably started off as a kind gesture offering afew bucks for the stuff at Walmart and groceries, but more people stop by now and they must realize people post this stuff and make a buck off it so they probably see it as “paying they’re dues” since they’re recording us. 100 thousand dollar flushed down the drain though, mark should of used the money to hire contractors and the like, rather then just leaving them alone with it. It’s like he set them up to “stop by and check in, since they can’t manage money themselves” like what did he expect sending them money and leaving all those donations with them.
@christianweayour therbroadcasti3491 your wrong putting your faith in Jesus does not save. KJV For God so loved the world he gave his only begotten that whosoever BELIEVETH IN HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. BELIEVE THE KEY WORD!
Larry looks super guilty the way he avoided saying hello and he didn’t even look at you, he immediately knew he was fucked
I believe Larry took her around to buy drugs, They know exactly what she does how much did she get $1000 are $2000
No he was ashamed that his daughter did that
Larry was in on it too. It’s obvious the way he reacted when he got out of the truck and Mark said “is that the way to dress for your funeral “. Larry says calmly “I don’t know nothin about that”. A normal response from someone not knowing anything would be like what the hell are you even talking about and being surprised and not understanding the question. Larry’s been in on it. He didn’t even live across the road from them until Mark starting coming around and helping the others. I didn’t trust him or the rest of his clan when the first started showing up. Kevin is the most trustworthy person in the family other than Timmy, Loraine and Ray who are just kind souls who are clearly clueless about money and drama
@@JLKDOOM Larry’s side of the family is the ones who’ve been getting all or most of the money. I wouldn’t be surprised if he hasn’t gotten a huge cut and has thousands of dollars buried out there somewhere. There’s no way they’ve burned up 150,000 dollars in just drugs in that short amount of time. Larry has a stash I bet.
Yep Larry knew. He acted defensively saying “I don’t know anything about that” when Mark first asked him about the funeral. That is not what a person says, if he truly didn’t know anything he would have confused and amused by the funeral comment
God Larry telling us about his wife was the most beautiful heartbreaking clip. You can see the pain he carries from not only losing the woman he's in love with, but also from seeing the consequences of her death in his daughter's addiction/behavior. The advice he was giving her is wise- just suffer through it. He didn't say that it is easy, he admitted how difficult it is to actually get through something painful. But then it ends up being okay. My heart goes out to Larry cause I don't think BJ will actually get the help.
Everyone wants mark's money and ray just wants him to hangout and watch tv.
Bless man ❤
***Mark’s viewer’s money***
@@franciscofranco5739 you sound like Tyler’s fan club bots
@@Blessedishisname and you sound like an idiot for assuming that this is something I would take a side on as if we were watching some sort of sporting event, you rube. Only a simpleton like you would view a situation like this through the optics of there being a “side.” Open your eyes and do a little thinking. This isn’t about taking a damn side, these are real people, whom all combined, still probably have an IQ lower than room temperature. These people are so mentally compromised I highly doubt a single one of them would be considered legally competent enough to stand try over a parking ticket….how is any of this ethical if they can’t even comprehend or have the capacity to consent to any of this? The Whittakers should be in the care of the state, they can’t make decisions for themselves.
@@Blessedishisname He's right
Mark, you’ve done enough. You need to walk away. This is so sick to lie about him dying
The others didn’t do anything
Agree
I totally agree walk away
Well she needs help.. people are pretty quick to judge drug addicts when they do fucked up stuff but... You're not yourself when youre withdrawing .... You'll do just about anything to get more stuff.... It sucks and it's not right but look at the life these people live.... Id probly get high too.....
Walk away
2:57 Mark "I asked you about Larry dying, you said "he's dead".
2:59 Betty "BJ told me to tell you that, I didn't know you were gonna give her no money."?!
Betty knew BJ was scamming Mark for money but lied right to Marks face because she was afraid felt threatened and intimidated by BJ Larry and Brandon. BJ needs to face consequences for elder abuse and have a restraining order against her Brandon and maybe Larry. How depressing and sad to betray Mark's kindness w lies.
I got a funny feeling Betty doesn't have much say ..I bet everyone gets Betty to do all the asking and then stands over her for what they want..
@@7star7storm7I agree. I have a feeling intimidation is the biggest factor
I wouldn’t give them another dime!
Betty and those other two are big "cons" and they don't appreciate anything Mark did, facts show. It's really disgusting.
There's a good chance she's being threatened if she doesn't
You are such a calm man, with mature decisions. This family is so friendly and full of positive energy, most of them.
As a former donator to this family I am disgusted & Mark offering to give BJ more money makes me ill! She’s only sorry that she got caught! 😢
I couldn’t believe how quickly he offered her 2000 dollars more right after getting scammed. I’m starting to question his reasoning skills
I feel the same way . Only I didn’t give money to them . But if I did give money to them I would have to call the police myself.
Muy Lokos. Their all fried up like chet
The only money he should be offering is for her to get into treatment if she wants it. Otherwise she shouldn't be getting a penny. She should be working anyhow. She seems extremely capable.
@pj123xyz I wonder about that too. Something is off with Mark
I know one thing, when someone announces “I don’t know anything about it” that means they know EVERYTHING
YUP
That's exactly what my husband said as soon as it came out his mouth!!
IKR. When they say "let me be clear", they're fixin to lie.
Yeah, when Larry got out the truck and didn't acknowledge Mark like he doesn't see him tells all. In other videos he is one of the first to acknowledge Mark
Exactly 💯 💯 💯 when I seen him say that I knew he was guilty
Immediately guilty when he gets out of the truck and doesn't even say hello to Mark.
yeah he knew what was up 100%. and taking $100k from someone, spending it on drugs, then locking yourself in the trailer without even a 'hello' is world-beating cowardice
Typical MAGA lowlifes.
Ya I thought the exact same thing. He knew exactly what was going on and he was as shocked as BJ to see Mark.
Larry was asking for money, we know where it went.
First thing he said when he got out of the truck was I don't know nothing bout it.
Ray, Timmy and Lorraine need rescued from that situation because Betty is absolutely not taking care of them. She was 100% involved.
I have a soft spot for Kenneth. Gotta love Timmy & Ray as well. But Kenneth is a hard-working, honest man who provides more for the family than anyone (other than Mark financially) despite the cards he's been dealt. I have nothing but respect for Kenneth. I hope life treats him well..
Agreed, he is a good honest man.
Much agreed! You know what was telltale of the liars and the one's telling the truth? The liars were straight faced, rude, and nasty when they saw Mark, not so much as a hello. The one's who greeted Mark with a smile are as honest as the day is long! Well, that sure was the biggest slice of humble pie I've ever seen an entire family eat!!!
True & he tries to stay out of the BS they have going on.
I wonder if they have taken advantage of Kenneth as well.
Hate to say it but just change your number and just move on in life it’s just going to keep happening till something bad happens just watch bet I pry I’m wrong
Imagine if Ray could communicate more effectively then Mark would really know what was going on
Lorraine too
@@hswifey247 Lorraine would spill the tea 😭😭
And Timmy
Ray pointing to the price is right on TV seems more than coincidence. I think he understands quite a bit he's non-verbal and without services to assist with communication.
I remember when he showed Mark where a relative was buried when Mark asked about him.
Exactly
I'm saddened to say that I now see Betty a bit differently. BJ telling her to tell Mark that Larry is dead, and she does it, is inexcusable. Betty is nowhere near stupid.
Agree!
Shes an elderly woman! It's elder abuse! who knows if its physical not only financial!
Inbreed family what u expect🙄
She's mentally handicapped. And Mark goes and so does the donation. Family is forever. She has to wake up in the morning and spend all day with these family.
Have you ever dealt with not 1 but 3 drug addicts in a family shaking you down poor Betty
It's shameful how this family has taken advantage of Mark to the point where he can no longer be generous with people. There are families a lot more honest and deserving of this money who will never get a chance. It's despicable.
Yeah, I’m a single mom and that money would change me and my daughters life. I don’t drink or do drugs. All I do is work and try to better our lives but my whole paycheck goes to bills and I’m never able to save any money. This really frustrates me.
@@_help_me_reach_1k$150,000 over 3 years could've changed 80% of people's lives in the right hands. Unfortunately, there was no way this family could've managed that amount of money in their situation without a trust or a guardianship or something. This was almost inevitable when this was the way the money was allocated.
@@_help_me_reach_1k I feel that. This really is a slap in the face to someone in a situation like yours.
People are people, everyone is like this... out of 10 million people there is maybe 1 among them that will never take advantage of a good person, and that's MAYBE.
It really is ashame......
I never doubted Mark for even a minute. Mark is a good soul who was only trying to help. My suspicions about the Whittakers are 100% confirmed. Sad and disappointed.
that´s why I prefer to help animals in need rather than people; people are sneaky and you never know if that´s the truth of the situation or not😒
@@MzAnzuMy s.o has a cousin who had a job and was perfectly fine and not homeless or anything but him and his dad would go pan handle on their days off in their worst clothes..I stopped giving money to pan handlers after that, can't trust alot of people
How these people function and not burn their house down every day is beyond me.
Devine intervention?🤷🏻♀️
@@beckyadams1128 *Divine
Seeing that wood heater I though the exact same thing lol
I feel bad for the dogs
@@JustDatBoiI was just gonna say the same thing I wonder how they treat those poor babies it makes me sad
My grandmother always said that no good deed goes unpunished. I admire the undertaking, Mark. Unfortunately, this is what happens whenever a very poor family comes into money. All of the ailments of poverty will still exist. Poor choices will continue to be made. Money helps, but it never really solves anything. Still, it is good to help)
Considering the situation, I find it truly remarkable how kind and understanding you are, Mark. You really are a gentle soul.
He has made tons of money off their videos. He also made them sign papers saying they could only do content with him. He also started 2 just fund mes for them that have got a lot of money in them. You should watch the video the other youtuber made. I think it's called the poorest city in America or something like that.
@@Shellybelly778let just go and give them all that money and see what they do with it, and you think them not doing content with anyone is a bad thing, if you think mark is bad just imagine what others would have done. Soft white underbelly isn’t a saint but it’s sure better than people are making it seem.
they've legit gotten all the money, besides the taxes that were paid. He showed receipts. And yea, imagine letting others exploit a vulnerable family unit because you shed light on their life. Totally ethical right?@@Shellybelly778
sorry, all the money and more.@@Shellybelly778
Did you see where they where when he first started interviewing them they had nothing he did so much for them if you cant see that you must be blind @Shellybelly778
Lorraine is more vocal then I have ever seen her. Shows the comfort she has with Mark.
Definitely. ❤
I think Lorraine was trying to tell Mark all she has seen on the household scams (involving BJ and Betty). I think she wanted Mark to know she was not involved in the lies.
She sounds just like Timmy
Lorraine is saying "Say I'm Sorry"
Naw Lorraine knows what the hello going on
An old teacher had a saying ‘You’re not sorry you did it, you’re sorry you got caught’. That sums it up.
I hate to break it to you, but your teacher didn't come up with that saying. Everyone's been saying it since the beginning of time. Rihanna even says it in her song 'Take A Bow'..
I just said that 2 my partner
Your teacher is a Phony. A big ole phony
@@marygregory2624What happened?
@@Tami_L96the comment didn’t say my teacher. It said A TEACHER. Take your time reading next time and you might catch the clues!
This is so unbelievably frustrating to watch. I’ve been following the whittakers since you started chronicling them. I was a bit behind in watching so I viewed the state fair video and then this one. It’s only because you have interviewed so many people with addiction that you can have any insight as to the lengths people will go for their addiction.
I’m 15 years sober from alcohol and I didn’t do a lot of things that that I hear people talking about, BUT those things are only a matter of time if I go back out and it’s no different for anyone with addictions.
I knew you helped them out here and there but over 100k??? I would not give her a dime. Not because she faked her father’s death but because she will always have someone to fall back on and will be robbed from the gift of desperation.
Thanks for all you do. Good luck.
I can almost guarantee BJ isn't moving to North Carolina. Where would she go? She has no plans. I think she just wants Mark to fork over some more money and leave. Giving her $2000 will only go to buying more drugs. It's sad but what this family needs most is someone to manage their money and work to help them clean up their living conditions. Just throwing more money at them is not the answer.
True
She Claims Her Brother Lives There..Did You Hear Betty ??? LMFAO She Says "She Ain't Gonna Go Down There" Poor Betty.
BJ isn't going anywhere!! she lied about her dad's death so how can Mark trust her?
As soon as she heard him say, Im gonna give u more money, she ran w it
Exactly.. When she said, she doesn’t know anyone there and won’t be able to find drugs, I knew it was bs.. A drug addict could find drugs on the moon if there..What a mess this turned into..