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Thomas White Obituary
of Bath, N.Y.
formerly from Endicott, N.Y.
Thomas F. White entered heaven's gates unexpectedly on September 27, 2008. His parents, William and Winifred White; stepmother, Ruthanne White; and his brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Alice White, predeceased him. He is survived by brothers, William (Dorothy) White, Dr. Richard (Rory) White, John (Linda) White, Terrence (Sue) White, and Robert (Betty) White; sisters, Barbara White and Mary K. Smith. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Thomas was a decorated Marine Corps Veteran. Serving in Vietnam, he earned a Purple Heart. He resided at the Bath VA Nursing Home. He was past Chaplain for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Chaplain of the Marine Corps Liege. Tom was a lifelong member of the Marine Corps Liege, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. He was an avid Bills fan. The family wishes to give a special thank you to the staff on the third floor and all others that made the past six years Tommy's best.
A Memorial Mass will be offered at the Bath VA Union Chapel, Bath, N.Y., on Thursday, October 2, at 1:00. The family will receive friends from 11:00 until time of the service. Burial with Honor Guard will follow. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Thomas may be made to Volunteer Services, Bath VA Medical Center, 76 Veterans Ave., Bath, N.Y. 14810.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas White
Phyllis Closson
October 5, 2008
To the White family,
We are so sorry to hear about Tommy's death and will keep you in our prayers. It was an honor to be his cousin as he served our country well. Our sympathies to you all at this difficult time.
Phyllis & John Closson
FRANCIS COYLE
October 4, 2008
Tom, you were an old friend. I'll miss you.
Margaret Reitz
October 2, 2008
Dear White Cousins,
We were saddened to hear of Tommy's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you cope with your loss. This again reminded us of how much you White boys all gave by your service to our country. Thank you to Tommy and all of you for your service.
Your cousin,
Margaret Anne McGregor Reitz
Martha McGregor Dumas
October 1, 2008
Hi there to the extended White Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of Tom's death. I have many memories of you folks visiting us at the McGregor farm. As an adult, I regret that we didn't get together more as cousins when we were growing up. Tom and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Tom's service to our country is very much appreciated. My love to all of you, Martha McGregor Dumas
Joan (Green) Sacco
September 30, 2008
To All The Family:Our Heartfelt Sympathy Goes Along With Our
Thoughts Of All Of You Children
Growing Up.Your Mom And Dad,
And Uncle, Tom Will Greet Him
with Open Arms.Love To You All.
Joan(Green)And Frank
Sacco
PS I Can Still See Our Mothers Talking Over The Fence.The Good Thoughts Stay With You Forever
Gerry Corwin
September 30, 2008
I don't like hearing a UE classmate has passed away, especially one I knew very well. I'll remember Tom as he was at UE when times were a lot different. To Tom's family and friends, I am sorry for your loss.
Your Tiger friends at Union Endicott
September 30, 2008
Tee White...we will always remember you!!!!!!!You were a gentle man with a big heart.God bless you..
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