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James White Obituary
Mr. White was a life long member of First Pentecostal Church in Pensacola. He was retired from Monsanto after many years of service.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Christine; children, Dale (Karen), Michael (Cindy) and Keith (Patricia); grandchildren, Charla (Andrew), Justin (Sarah), Suzanne (Chris), Crystal (Mike), and Bryan; great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Trey, Avery, Romand, and Brody; sister, Betty Vickery; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at First Pentecostal Church with Rev. Paul Welch and Rev. Bryan Kinsey officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at Pensacola Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank Andy, Chrissy, and all the staff of Covenant Hospice for their kindness and care to Dad.
PENSACOLA MEMORIAL GARDENS AND FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.
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Deborah Patton
August 2, 2010
Christine, Tami-Roger's daughter-called me yesterday to tell me about James Ray. I was so sorry to hear the news. I have not seen any of your family in a lot of years but I still remember all of you. I can remember everytime I would see you'll when I was growing up James Ray always had to give me a big hug and he always told me how pretty I was and also how pretty my hair was. I do hope all your family is doing well. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Your cousin, Deborah Boutwell Patton
July 29, 2010
Mike,God bless you and your family.
Pall Pensacola Friends
Sherry Dye
July 28, 2010
I have so many wonderful memories of Bro. White...his smile, his wit, and his hugs. His voice is in my head as clearly as though I had spoken to him only yesterday. He made a lasting imprint on my life that will never fade. My heart and prayers are with you all, Sis. Christine, Dale, Michael, and Keith (as well as the extended family.)
July 28, 2010
Bro James Ray was a faithful member of our church and was always there when a helping hand was needed. He will be missed by his family, but they have comfort in their hearts that he is with the Lord and out of pain.
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Darlene Isbell
July 28, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences to Sis. White, Dale, Michael, Keith and their families during this time of loss. Thinking of you today especially and in the days ahead as you remember and celebrate your father. We know that you will miss him and pray that you will get strength from the God who has brought you this far and from each other. What a blessed hope we have of one day meeting again with Bro. James in Glory! Blessings, love and prayers, Jerry and Darlene (Grant) Isbell
Donna Cooper
July 28, 2010
My Mama has another friend in heaven. Your family has always been so special to me and I know you all will miss Bro. James. I loved his hugs and words of encouragement. You have our love and prayers.
Robert & Jodi Richardson
July 28, 2010
Sis. Christine, Keith, Michael, Dale & families- No need to tell you how wonderful James Ray was. Everyone who knew him loved him. Every time he passed me he'd always say, "how's my Samantha" doing.... and then the Samantha stories would start. There was sincere kindness in those baby blue's. Robert loved talking to him and we will both miss him. Rest knowing that he is in heaven and surrounded by complete love! I will pray for your family as you do what needs to be done. Love you all.
J. Toler
July 28, 2010
James,
Thank you for all of the fond memories of years past, and all of the fun vacations our families took together.
Keith and I grew up like brother and sister,
and you were always a second dad to me. There was never a time
that I did not see you smile or acting goofy with my dad. You
always told me that I was the daughter you never had and that
will stay close to my heart always. I know you were one of the
closest friends my dad had and the love our families shared, growing up together,
is something to be cherished forever. You will be dearly missed.
The last time you talked to my parents and asked about me, I only
wish that my husband and I would have been able to make it to down
to Florida to see you and Christine and get the hug and kiss you always had for me.
My love and prayers
always to Christine , Keith , Micheal and Dale. Your loss is ours as well.
Carol Hardy
July 28, 2010
What can u say to three boys who lost their father except to say you will see him soon and to stay close to their mother for she will need you even more now. when we lost our father the only way I knew to make him proud was to try and help my mother. James was such a good friend and always made me laugh he made me feel like I was always part of his family, thank you james for having a heart big enough for our family. I will always miss you
Carol Hardy (Adams)
Cheryl McIntyre
July 27, 2010
My Guardian Angel that watched over me for many years across the street will now be watching over me from above...He will be missed so much..My prayers are with Mrs. White and the family...
Doris Dunphy (Adams)
July 27, 2010
I was saddened but not distraught to learn of James' passing. Then I was provided this website and memories came rushing back.
Of James' glee in "torturing" the three Adams girls. Then of his demand that we consider him as a father figure when we lost our own "Daddy" so unexpectedly.
I also remember seeing his huge grin, and equally huge voice, as he saw us entering through the church doors.
Although we can not possibly miss him as much as Christine and his boys, we will dearly miss "Our James".
Patricia White
July 27, 2010
James Ray White/Papaw/Daddy - what can you say about a man who loved his family so much. He was the only grandfather to our children, Justin and Suzanne and he loved them and their children with all of his heart. He would have done anything for them and you better NOT mess with them...or else! James, you never asked to take my Dad's place when he died, but for the last 28 years, that is what you have been to me. I could not have asked for anyone else to have taken his place in my heart, but YOU did. i can't wait to walk alongside you in Heaven, God-willing....and you have to know Keith is missing your presence so much when "the boys" get together in your home. We love you so much and letting you go was so hard, but we know you are with the One who loves you more, Patricia
O.W. Adams
July 27, 2010
To Christine , Keith, Micheal and Dale,
Our hearts and prayers are with you this day. James will always be remembered as he was and the memories of all our family vacations and the fun our families shared down through the years!
Love always, The Adams (Oliver, Jeannine and kids)
July 27, 2010
Papaw we will love and miss you. We know you are in a better place now (not to much better cause Memaw took great care for you).
Chris,Suzanne,Romand,Broderick
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