Jack White Obituary

White, Jack
Jack passed away peacefully on July 28, 2011 at the age of 84. Jack was born on June 5, 1927 in Vera, Texas to Carl M. White and Mary Tiny Walker. The family moved to Arizona in 1929. Jack attended Phoenix Union High School and following that he joined the Navy where he served as a Seabee and was honorably discharged. Soon after, he became employed by Safeway Stores, Inc. and managed their meat, frozen foods and variety warehouses. He retired from Safeway in 1986 after 40 years of service. Jack was preceded in death by his first wife, Frankie Virginia White and brother, Donald. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Cora Ann Miller White, brother John (Margaret) White, daughters, Saundra M. Verduin (Douglas), Virginia (Jinny) Purselley (George) and Jacqueline K. Fiori (Cooney) and stepchildren Brian N. Miller (Lennie), Christina A. Carey and Teresa K. Johnson (Erick), 11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild as well as many nieces and nephews who all loved him and will miss him very much. Contributions may be made in his memory to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014 or Carmona Care Homes, 10607 N. 33rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85029. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Hospice of the Valley; Andres Fernandez and his staff for the love and care they showed to Jack and his family. Graveside services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 6 at Resthaven Park Cemetery, 6450 W. Northern Ave., Glendale. A reception will follow at a family residence and details will be announced at the services. Condolences may be offered at www.westresthavenfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 31, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Jack White

13 Entries

September 18, 2011

Dad
We just needed and wanted to say
"DO YOU TOO!"
you are loved and missed by us everyday
your girls,
Sandy, Jinny and Jacque

August 21, 2011

Dad,
I miss you so much. I miss hearing your voice on my answering machine, when you would always say " This is your Father" like I don't know who you are.My relationship with you as a girl is priceless, I have special memories with you that noone else does. I will always cherish these. I love you Daddy and I will always be your baby daughter and your favorite. (I won't tell the others.)I love you and I will see you and Mom when I return home.
Love you always,
Jacque

Charlie Fleck

August 6, 2011

I worked for Jack as a supervisor in the meat warehouse. He was such a pleasure to work for and I had the utmost respect for him. I would like to send my sympathy and prayers to the family.

Brian Miller

August 5, 2011

Jack, What a hell of a deer hunter you were for shooting all of those deer, with so few shots on our Kaibab trips. You'll be missed, but rememberd on all of our future hunts, it will not be the same without you. Jack, Thanks for being there for the Miller family when you didn't have to be. It took a big and kind man to do what you have done for myself and my family over all the past years. You will never be forgotten. Thanks again for every thing.

August 5, 2011

To Ann and all of Jack's family: Jack was a very special person and he will be missed by all of his friends and never forgotton. Love and prayers to you all.
Mary Smith

Russell Medigovich

August 4, 2011

Jack, Every fishing trip to the White Mountians and hunting trips to Kiabab, you will always be in our memories and alot of our stories. You were always a good camp host and will be missed by all of us who were on those trips. Adios my friend.

Dayla Sveom

August 1, 2011

Hi Grandpa, how's Heaven? Did you see Grandma Virgina and Vince? I'm sure they we waiting for you and couldn't wait to hug you. Things down here on Earth are different but I saw Grandma today, she looked good. I promise to always make sure she is okay. It's hard to believe that you are gone, but I know you are in a much better place. I sure am going to miss you Grandpa. I love you! I know.... "Do you too". :)

Barbara Matthews

August 1, 2011

Ann & Family, please accept my condolences on the loss of Jack. He was a kind man and a gentleman. I am glad I was able to know him. You are in my prayers as is Jack.

Nicole C. Johnson

July 31, 2011

Jack- It was a pleasure to have known you. I will always remember your smile and contagious laugh. Give Gracie a kiss for me.

Wesley Miller

July 29, 2011

Jack-- I know you will be fishing for the big ones in Heaven. I promise I will never break another bottle of Wild Turkey on any of our fishing trips. You will be greatly missed by everyone.

Michael Johnson

July 29, 2011

Grandpa, I can't tell you how much the void in my heart hurts right now. I know you will always be watching over me and helping me make the right choices, like you did for the 32 years we were together. You are the best grandfather and man I could have ever asked to have known. You will never be forgotten and everything I do will be in honor of you. I love you and save a place for me by your side.

Tereas Johnson

July 29, 2011

Jack, words cannot express how much you are already missed and how you changed my life. You were my 2nd father and took such good care of me when I needed you the most. You will always have a special place in my heart and you will never be forgotten. Please say hello to my dad for me.

Erick Johnson

July 29, 2011

Jack White was a kind and gentle man who dearly loved his family, his country and his Diamondbacks. He always set a good example and he never let life get him down. If you needed help, he was there and he wouldn't leave your side until the job was done. So rest in peace Jack. Your work here on earth is done and you can be proud of what you accomplished. We were honored and privileged to have you in our lives and we will never forget you.

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