1943
2018
RONALD CLIFTON WHITE Ronnie White went to heaven on Sunday, October 7th. He was 75. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him but surely happy in his new home. Born in Scotia, California, on June 2, 1943, Ronnie was a life long resident of Humboldt County. He was educated at St. Bernard's. He went on to become one of the finest auto body technicians in the area for decades. No wrecked car was too far gone, and every paint job showed the pride of a master craftsman. Everyone who knew Ronnie considered him a good man. He was quiet, spending much of his time in his beloved garage or watching the waves at the North Jetty. But, the truth is, he was just waiting for a conversation to break out. He was smart, and he was also wise. He loved the news, with hot morning coffee, and sharing a comic strip or a good joke. He loved a well-struck golf ball. And he loved to laugh. No one who ever heard his irresistible chuckle could help but be drawn into the goodness of it. Ronnie could fix anything. And he did. For just about anyone who knew him or a stranger. He gave selflessly to his family, friends, and acquaintances. Ronnie loved his wife of 53 years, Debbie White. He loved her cooking ("foooood") and smiled endlessly at the way she was in continual motion, perpetually hosting an entire neighborhood of children. He loved his two girls, Jill Schwake and Lindsay White. And he loved "the boy," his son, Keith White. His family meant everything to him, including his daughter's partners, Brad Schwake and Lance Rivas. He loved his brother, Daryl, sisters Darla and Janet, Janet's husband Kenny, nephew Greg, grandchildren, Jarred and wife Elisa, Blaine, Landon, and Oliver and great grandchildren Owen and Collin. An open house at the family home is scheduled this Saturday from 10:00-4:00, to include a memoriam beginning at 10:30. Attendees are encouraged to bring a written memory or a photo. Please sign the guestbook at www.times-standard.com
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Debbie, Jill, Lindsey, Keith and family:
We are very saddened to hear about Ronnie. I know that you are experiencing pain like no other and pray that God's grace, peace and love will surround you all. It was always fun to walk by the garage and stop to visit with Ronnie whenever we came down the alley to visit. Debbie, I have known you forever and I don't know a time when you weren't part of our family, from mom to Terry we all have loved you. We all have known the love that you have for Ronnie and your family. I know that there is nothing we can do to ease your sorrow except to pray that God will fill the hole in your hearts with love and loving memories of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. The Poletski families love and prayers are with you all. God bless you
Al and Donna Poletski
Donna Poletski
October 25, 2018
I am so sad hearing about this. Debbie, Jill, Lyndsey and Keith I grew up with your dad and I always loved him, I never missed a moment to hang out at your house. Even though he spent most of his time in the garage he always took care of us kids. I wish I could be there so I could give you all a big hug, just know that I'm thinking and praying for all of you right now
Yvonne Still (Graziose)
October 22, 2018
I absolutely have the fondest memories of this family, they were family. I'm so sorry Debbie, Jill, Lindsay and my buddy Keith. My heart breaks for you and your family. You all accepted me and my weird self Love you, Jessica Kelly
October 21, 2018
rina ellsworth
October 14, 2018
Love and miss you brother
Grandfather is waiting for you. Love Mary Lee
Mary Tolstoy
October 13, 2018
We will miss you Ron but we know you will always be with us in our hearts. Love never ends it's infinite. God's speed in peace! Love, Jane and Jeff
Jane Seely
October 12, 2018
Debbie and family:
So sorry to hear about Ron's passing. You and Ron are always in my Heart.
Much Love
Daniel Dillon
October 12, 2018
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