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Franklin Ellsworth White Jr.

1921 - 2010

BORN

1921

DIED

2010

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Kern River Family Mortuary

1900 N. Chester Avenue

Bakersfield, California

Franklin White Obituary

Franklin Ellsworth White Jr. February 23, 1921 - December 1, 2010 Frank was born in Fallon, Nevada and went to be with the Lord. He retired from Schlumberger after 35 years of service. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 36 years, Louise Octavia White, his sister, Bonnie Jean Sept, and son Franklin "Buddy" White. He is survived by his sister, Faydean Orsel. He raised seven children, Norma Jean White, Lee Elaine Coenen (husband Walter Coenen); Lin Herron (husband Donald Herron); David Kisbey (wife Karen Kisbey); Della Wilson, Tammy Tackett, Pamela James. He has 19 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. You were a wonderful son, husband, daddy, and grandpa. We love and miss you with all our hearts and know you will be with us always. A graveside funeral service will be held on Monday December 6th at 11:00 am. At Hillcrest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family request that any donations be made to Hoffmann Hospice. We appreciate the help and support given us by their staff. Kern River Family Mortuary www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Dec. 3, 2010.

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Vickey Aschacher

December 5, 2010

With deepest love and gratitude to Grandpa Frank for having given us childhood memories to remember and cherish. No act of kindness is too small or ever goes unnoticed. God bless!

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