WHITE, Carlton "Corky"
Carlton "Corky" White, 80, passed away April 14, 2013 from complications of heart surgery and strokes. He was
surrounded by loved ones and passed peacefully. Corky was born January 26, 1933, was a Glendora native, and lived in San Dimas for 32 years before
moving to La Verne 12 years ago. He loved all types of sports, and was a regular in his "living room recliner" watching horse racing, the Lakers, and L.A. Dodgers. Preceded in death by his mother and father Elsie and Verdie White, brother Derrell, and son Carlton, Corky is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol, and four children, daughter Jan Gaylord (Steve) of La Quinta, son Steve (Debbie) of Tucson, daughter Tracy Walsh (Dan) of San Dimas, son Jack of Alhambra, and sister Sandra Dooley of Glendora. He also has many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews whom he deeply loved. His sense of humor will be greatly missed by all family and friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 10th, 3:00 p.m. at Oakdale Memorial Park Mortuary, 1401 S. Grand Ave., Glendora, CA.
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It's been three months and it still does not seem like you aren't coming through the door. Sammy and I are keeping watch. Love you and miss you so much.
Carol White
July 18, 2013
I miss you everyday.
Tracy Walsh
June 17, 2013
My condolences, Kevin. :(
Renee Romero
May 10, 2013
I had not seen Corky in about 20 years but still have fond memories of playing Kick-the-Can in the ally behind Joann & Joyce Hutching's house. I have missed playing the "ponies" with you.
Poke Beauchamp
May 9, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Corky,s death my sympathy is with his family and friends I grew up on the same block as the White family in glendora I was one of the Torres kids.but I remember the whole family.
Petra Torres Kelley
April 22, 2013
I will miss you greatly, You always made me smile and laugh. Give my grandma a big hug. Love you and I will miss you lots
Stacy Lopez
April 22, 2013
I love you Grampa,you will be missed and i will never forget the STORE and the Martinelli's apple juice
Kevin D White
April 21, 2013
The passing of a loved one brings great sadness to those that are left here on earth, but please remember that we are only given those we love by our creator to help guide us. We will again be with them in a wonderful place. God Bless White family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this hour of sadness.
Cathy Hofstetter
April 21, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Sheri Lubin
April 21, 2013
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