Sarah White, former DRE and longtime dedicated member of our congregation, unexpectedly lost her father, David White, last Sunday. The visitation (5-7 p.m.) and service (7 p.m.) take place Friday, May 5, at Ridgeview Baptist Church, 234 Hurd Rd, in Church Hill. Sarah would appreciate HVUUC support.
The Caring Team has organized a meal train for Sarah, Eren, and Eli. In addition to delivered meals, folx can send Door Dash gift cards to them via the site.
David and Lynn White
David was born in Acushnet, Massachusetts in 1957. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member at Ridgeview Baptist Church. He was very active in the church and served as a deacon for many years He was also a Sunday school teacher, leader of the prayer team, and mowed yards for the widows in the congregation. He also enjoyed singing his old gospel hymns for the seniors at The Village at Allandale on Sundays.
David was a firefighter for over 27 years in Massachusetts and was very proud of his job. He enjoyed fishing, ice fishing, and was avid outdoorsman; anything and everything outdoors he loved. He owned Northeast Wood Products and was an incredible woodworker.
David was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather and enjoyed living his life to the fullest and was always there when someone needed help. He will forever live on in the hearts, minds, and memories of all those who loved him.
David is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lynn Stetson White; daughter, Sarah White (William); sons, Richmond White (Kim), Benjamin White (Savannah); grandchildren, Eren, Eli, Ella, Zachary, and Grayson; mother, Barbara Morse White; father, Desmond White; brothers, Randy White (Janice), and Matt White; sisters, Brenda Smith (Jeff), and Barbara White; as well as many extended family members, his church family, and many dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in David’s name.