Born Dec. 2, 1926, Gerald McWhirter began calling in 1948, and the following year began calling regularly for Silver Spurs of Oklahoma City, which he continued to do until his death on January 27, 2013. Gerald certainly made his mark in history by being entered in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest original caller for a square dance club.

He has also called for numerous other clubs both within and outside Central District, and in addition to Silver Spurs, Gerald called regularly for the Advancers (A1 & A2 level), and a C level group.

Gerald appeared on the program of many Central District and State functions, and served two terms as President of the Central District Callers Association. He served for many years as a staff member and director of Camp Clearfork, and was also a member of Callerlab.

Gerald and Sally owned and operated the J & M Roofing & Supply Co. (founded in 1957) and Gerald created the record label The Roofers as well as Cimarron.

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Obituary printed in the Oklahoman on Jan. 30, 2013:

Gerald McWhirter passed away peacefully January 27, 2013 with his loving family by his side. Gerald was a man of faith and high integrity who dearly loved and cared for the Lord, his family and a host of friends.

Gerald was a well-respected man in the community and his church. Gerald married his high school sweetheart and first love, Sally. They grew up in Sentinel, OK, residing in Oklahoma City for the majority of their lives. They were blessed with 65 years of marriage before Sally