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He was born Feb. 4, 1958 in Fresno, Calif., to Dale and Audrey White.
A major participant in the family business, Dale White Motors, he graduated from Elko High School and was a member of the Band of Indians. He and his bandmates marched in the parade for President Richard Nixon's inauguration in Washington, D.C., in 1972.
He became an Eagle Scout in 1975. He studied computer technology and obtained an associate of accounting degree from the Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls. Afterwards, he returned to the family business and managed the Avis Rent-a-car for several years.
He earned his pilot's license in 1983 and joined the Civil Air Patrol the following year. Following in his father's and grandfather's footsteps, he earned the rank of lieutenant colonel and remained active until his passing.
He loved trains, cars, and NASCAR and competed in races at Summit Raceway, serving as president of the Northern Nevada Motor Sports Association in 1994 and was named as the group's Sportsman of the Year the same year.
An energetic member of the community, he served as the Elko Area Chamber of Commerce vice president in 1998 and president in 1999, a post his father also held.
He was a partner in the family business, where he was the comptroller and customer relations manager, an aspect of the job he particularly enjoyed.
He was preceded in death by a nephew, Aaron White, and niece, Amanda Irene Christensen.
He is survived by his wife, Amber White; son, Alexzander Duncan White; stepdaughter Kathryn Peak; parents, Dale and Audrey White; brothers Dennis (Lori) White and Jerry (Robi) White, all of Elko; aunts Velma Weber and Laura Lindegren of Fresno, Calif.; and Marilyn Shallue of Tucson, Ariz.; Marjorie and Earl Wahl; J.W. and Trista Wilden; Shane and Alyssa Christensen; Damon and Natalie Wahl; Benjamine, Theron and Melinda Wahl; Madisen, Ahren and Kieran Wahl; several nieces and nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Civil Air Patrol, 820 Murray Way, Elko, NV 89801
Memories and Condolences
for David White
Alan & Robbin Hyde
May 23, 2021
Dale, Audrey and Jerry, We are so very sorry for your loss of David. May he Rest In Peace forever.....
Alan & Robbin Hyde
May 23, 2021
David you will be missed. May you Rest In Peace forever......
Edna Torres
June 20, 2007
To the White Family,
Im very sorry about your loss, I just seen the Obituaries of Elko.
Our family was close to the White family, because of our brother Sonny. Hes was really good friends with Dales son.
Sorry Again about your loss...
Diane Stamey
June 19, 2007
Dale & Audrey:
I have just learned of David's passing. I am so sorry. I had talked with him many times on the phone over the years as secretary at Michael Clay Constructors.
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Gary Meng
June 17, 2007
Dear Dale and Audrey,
So sorry to learn about the passing of David. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. I too suffered the passing of my wife in June 2005 so I can relate. God Bless.
Alan and Robbin Hyde
June 8, 2007
Dale, Audry, Jerry, and Dennis
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of David. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Bill and Enid Gardner
June 5, 2007
Dear Dale and Audry, We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Enid and I also lost a son last fall and know how difficult the loss can be. Sincerely,
"CC" Swafford
June 1, 2007
Dale & Audry, I am so sorry about David's death. I could not believe it when I heard it. He was just at our Business After Hours and we were so glad to present him and his crew with the Customer Service Award.
My prayers are with you and your family and I know God will give you the strength needed to keep you strong through this ordeal.
God Bless and Keep You all.
In Christ,
"CC"
Dolores McLane
May 31, 2007
Audry and Dale
We have known you since you moved here and Bob enjoyed his visits with Audry a few years ago. Remember what his hope was for the future even for those we have lost in death. My heart goes out to your family at this loss.
Kevin and Chris Baker
May 31, 2007
To the White family:
We are saddened and touched deeply by your loss. We have you in our prayers and we are sorry you have to go through this difficult time. His photo reminds us of better times and the laughter that we shared. Let's remember the happier times with David. With our sincere love!
Shirley Alen
May 31, 2007
Dale, Audrey, Amber, You and your family are in my prayers. Born and raised in Elko we all seem like family in a small way. A loss of a child and spouse at any age is difficult but when they are young it is even harder. God Bless to all of you and Audrey your article in the paper touched my heart. You are such a loving mother. Be strong and know you have many people praying for you.
Todd & Brenda Caruso
May 31, 2007
Amber, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Alexzander & Kathryn. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Antonio Cortes
May 30, 2007
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your friends always, Salvador and Antonio Cortes
Don Timmerman
May 29, 2007
Sorry for your loss, we are praying for you.
Sharon Dunn
May 29, 2007
Amber, I am so sorry for your loss and rest assured I know just how you're feeling. My thoughts and prayer are with you and Alexander as you move through this time of sorrow. Please know you are not alone in your sorrow. I will always treasure the time we chatted with David and later you over the garden. Cling to the good times and know that as hard as everything is today as time passes and your heart mends those good times will be the place you go as you remember your love for David. Remember you and I now have our own "Special Angels" to protect us.
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