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Carolyn Mundy
February 19, 2010
Melba
I never had the privilege of meeting Donald so I only knew him through you. In my mind I saw him as a very caring, happy, smiling, generous good natured man who loved his family and loved God. The condolences from the people who did know him personally confirm my image of him.
You and your children are very blessed to love and be loved by someone so special.
I will pray for the strength that you and your children will need in the future.
Kathy Jackson
February 5, 2010
Melba, Meridith, &Brandon,
I have just learned of Donald's passing. He is praising God,dancing in the spirit, meeting all the ones gone before, and no more pain. Words cannot even begin to express...however you all are in my prayers.
Shela Ecobiza
February 5, 2010
Mrs. White and Family,
It was been a pleasure taking care of Mr White. I will always remember him during our birthday.
My God bless you and the family with more strength and joy knowing he is in a better place.
My deep sympathy to all of you.
Shela Ecobiza, RN 11T St. Lukes
Paige McClendon-Seidenberger
February 4, 2010
Dear Melba & Family, I was so saddened to hear about Donald's passing. Stay strong in your faith.
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Norman & Carol Albert
February 4, 2010
Dear Melba,
We were so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. We hope that your sweet memories will help you through this time.
February 4, 2010
Dear Melba,
Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved husband, Donald. May god give you and your family the strength to endure this great loss.
Dar & Coleen Ghara
February 3, 2010
Dear family, Michael and I just heard of Donald's passing. We are so terribly saddened by this news. We are sorry for your loss. God now has another Angel by his side. He was truly one of the finest men we have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow. Love to you, Jenny & Michael Yakovsky, Birmingham AL
Lucy
February 3, 2010
Melba and family I want you all to know you will be in my Prayers,Donald was the most Pleasant always smiling no matter what.He was an Inspiration to me as what all Christians should be...I love you all, you are very special..GOD gives us peace beyond all understanding...I will keep you all in my prayers!!
Christina Mettlen
February 3, 2010
We will miss you soooo much! Our family will never be the same without you. I have lots of aunts and uncles but you were by far the one with the most sweetest heart. We love u.
Jimmy and Michelle Mettlen (Lufkin, Tx)
February 3, 2010
We will miss you soooo much! Our family will never be the same without you. I have lots of aunts and uncles but you were by far the one with the most sweetest heart. We love u.
Jimmy and Michelle Mettlen (Lufkin, Tx)
February 3, 2010
Melba,
I just learned of Don's passing today. Tim and I are so very sorry for your loss. Don was a wonderful christian man and he will be greatly missed. You are all in our prayers.
Nancy and Tim Bazar
February 2, 2010
Dear White family, you are in our prayers. never did i see Donald with out a smile or kind word for everyone. He walked each day as a walking billboard for what christ wants us to be, love,understanding and kindness for each other. what a wonderful legacy to leave us with. britt, beth,chris,alex and karlye Fleniken
Debbie Mann
February 2, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and will be for a long time to come.
Love and Prayers,
Debbie Roberts Mann
Jody Perritte
February 2, 2010
Melba, Meridith, and Brandon I am sorry to hear of your loss. Donald and Melba were the last couple along with Andy and Kathy to stay with my Family when my Mom passed. I will never forget that. I know it's not easy to lose a parent at a young age much less a devoted husband with a great attitude and outlook on life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do in return the please let me know.
David, Becky & Jaden Brock
February 2, 2010
Melba, Meridith, and Brandon: We have so many great memories of Donald. He was always quick to give encouragement and I know he touched more lives than he, or any one of us, could ever realize. We'll see him again where there will never be any sickness or pain! We love you guys...let us know if you need anything!
Buddy Flowers
February 2, 2010
Melba, and family, we loved Donald so much. I remember Donald became a prayer partner to Buddy back when we were in Austin.. And we needed prayer so bad. We love you guys so much and we respected Donald so much, what a Godly man... He leaves a great legacy for his family. Our prayers are with you all.
Love Buddy, Vickie, Misty and Amy Flowers
Cody & Martina Slaten
February 2, 2010
White Family:
You all were like second set of parents and sibilings to me growing up. Everytime I was around Donald I felt the presents of GOD around him and he always made me laugh and so full of life. I wish my wife would have got to meet him. He was a really great man. I will have you all in my prayers for the comfort during you hard time and there after. I love you guys.
John & Tracy Long
February 2, 2010
Melba and Family,
What a joy Donald has been to us all over the years. Lots of wonderful memories will forever be in my heart and mind. We are praying for you and your family.
Love,
Brandi Strait
February 2, 2010
I remember when Donald and Melba were youth leaders at First Assembly when I first started going to church. I still seen him in town through the years. Donald always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He was truely a man of God and encouraged everyone he came into contact with. We can take comfort in memories and knowing this is just our temporary home. We will see you when we get there Donald. Melba...I love you.
February 2, 2010
May God be with you in the coming days, providing peace and comfort as only he can. We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and your family.
Randy and Sheila Durham
The Eddings Family
February 2, 2010
Melba, I can't even imagine the loss you must feel. Donald is such testmony in himself from the health situations from the time he was young to the way he lived. After speaking with Margaret I forwarded somethings she shared with me to my children, to remind all of us we are not home yet. Thank you, Donald.
Beverly Smith
February 2, 2010
I only knew Donald from the times he visited Margaret at the tearoom. Margaret and Lawrence talked so highly of what a great man he was. I pray God will be with you and comfort you in this time of grief as I have been praying for you during his illness.
Molly Ray-Colbert
February 2, 2010
Melba, I remember Donald as being so kind, & so friendly. I also remember the fun things about him as a teenager. He & a group of kids wrapped my house one Saturday night. I watched them & as they finished I started turning on all my lights. They ran so fast. I got as much fun out of it as they did. They wanted to clean it up but I had it done before church on Sunday morning. It is such a good memory for me. I know the Lord is comforting all of you in your great loss.
Leslie Friday
February 1, 2010
White family. Don was a wonderful and kind man, always with a smile and an encouraging word. Always at the ready to help someone in need. I worked with Don at Memorial in Lufkin. I am so sorry for your loss. God will give you strength during this difficult time. You can be comforted knowing that he is in heaven and he'll be waiting for you there.
Shirley Kirk
February 1, 2010
Melba, what can I say that hasn't been said in the other comments. As I told you at the funeral home,I feel that other than my Daddy, Donald was the best, most Godly man God ever put on the face of this earth. He always put his feelings and concerns aside to make sure others were met. He put everyone ahead of himself. His love for God, You and His Kids always showed through in our conversations. I never saw him upset or concerned about tomorrow. I know it had to be hard for him to leave you and the kids, but now he is at rest and waiting for our great reunion. Want that be grand! He will always be right beside you, only a whisper away.
February 1, 2010
May your memories bring you comfort. God Bless.
Barbara Gilbreath Dinger
Karry and Jan Luce
February 1, 2010
Melba and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy and a brother in Christ, He will be greatly missed.
Cindy & Tony Murray
February 1, 2010
Melba,and family: When Tony and I thought of Donald, it always brought a smile to us.If we could leave just a third of the love he has left on this earth, our cup would run over. A truly remarkable man of God.
LIsa Beauchamp Owen
February 1, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Donald was always such a blessing to us. with his warm smiles and kind words. It was an honor to have known him. We will be praying for your family to find peace and comfort in our Savior, Jesus Christ.
The Beauchamp family
Scott/Dawn Bailey
February 1, 2010
Melba,and family, Sorry to hear about Donald. He was a great example to all of us. Our hearts go out to your whole family. May GOD comfort you in this time. We will keep all of you in our prayers! GOD BLESS! May the PEACE of GOD surround you.
LORI ARCHAMBEAU
February 1, 2010
To the Family of Don White: He was a great person. He loved God and his precious family. He was a great friend of mine. We worked together at Memorial Hospital.
He and I , along with Allie, would have some great discussions.
He was a wonderful person, always calm and friendly. He will be greatly missed!
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Love, Lori Archambeau
RHONDA LAMBERT
February 1, 2010
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Donald. I knew he had been sick, but didnt know he was in hospice. I am so sorry for your loss, Donald was always so pleasant and kind. I will always remember him and all of his family coming to dads store (Lancewood Mini Mart) in Hudson and seeing them. You are all a very loving family. I will keep you in my pyayers and I know God will bring you comfort and peace. Rhonda Oates Lambert
Kyran & Norman Davis
February 1, 2010
Melba, Meridith & Brandon,
Just heard the news and want to let you know that we will be praying for you all. We will pray for God to fill you with His power to walk through this very difficult time. We love you.
Billy Jack and Cindy Durham
February 1, 2010
Melba, Meridith and Brandon,God loves you and as time goes by you'll understand why this has happened at this time in your lives. Donald has run the race . Now he has the peace he deserves. He is with so many of our church friends Joe, Mike,Charles, your dad what a ballgame they must be playing just waiting for us all to get there. He will be missed. He had a kind heart. God bless you during this time. Remember it's not goodbye it's see you later.
February 1, 2010
Dear Melba and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Donald. Although it's been many years since I have seen all of you, I just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray that in the days ahead beautiful memories and the love of those around you will bring you comfort. He was a wonderful man and was loved by so many. With deepest sympathy.
Alicia Owens
Karen Horton
February 1, 2010
My heart goes out to you all. Nothing but kind and encouraging words can be said of Donald...what a wonderful testimony of his life. May God bless and comfort you all.
Love always,
Karen
Jackie Uhlin
February 1, 2010
Melba and Family: As the days and weeks pass, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Know that Donald is always with you, in your heart and through your children. With love and prayers...
Alice Armstrong
February 1, 2010
Melba and Family: I worked with Donald at Wesco Floral Center back in 1987-1989 here in Lufkin..his love for God and his Family was evident in his daily life. His presence was a blessing to all that knew him, my heart goes out to your family at this time and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
JoVina Harris
February 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley & Josh Hankins
February 1, 2010
White Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Every time I spoke with Donald I walked away feeling uplifted and wanting to encourage others around me. I just wanted you to know that he has left a wonderful legacy!
Stanley New
February 1, 2010
Melba and family,
Donald was one of the kindest men I have ever known. I always loved the times I had to visit with him. He always smiled, regardless the circumstances and always had kind words to speak of everyone. He loved you much.
Even though you know he is in heaven I know you are hurting and we are praying for you, for God's peace now and going forward.
Stanley
Teresa Anderson
February 1, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of Donald's illness and my heart is with you in thought and prayers as he has been delivered from earth to heaven.
Nelda & Kenneth Johnson
February 1, 2010
Melba, I was not aware of Donald being ill again and was looking for you at church yesterday. I am so very sorry for the loss of the love of your life, but know that he is where we all want to be someday. We love you and pray for strength for each day ahead.
JoAnn Mullins
February 1, 2010
Thinking and praying for your family daily. He was a true inspiration to me and to all of the St. Luke’s 11 Tower staff. His humbleness and selflessness will always remain in our memories. He touched our lives in just the short time that we knew him. All of St. Luke's 11 Tower would like to send our love and prayers to the White family during this difficult time.
“No tears in heaven, no sorrows given, All will be glory in that land; There’ll be no sadness, all will be gladness, When we shall join that happy band. No tears, no tears up there, Sorrow and pain will all have flown; No tears, no tears up there, No tears in heaven will be known.” ~Robert S. Arnold~
Our Love,
JoAnn Mullins and St. Luke's 11 Tower staff
Mary Horn-Venator
February 1, 2010
Melba,
Donald was a great guy! Always kind. My heart breaks for you and the kids. I will always have fond memories of choir and church league volleyball!! I know you will miss him, but what a glad reunion day is soon to come!! I love you girl! keep singing!!
Mary Horn Venator
February 1, 2010
Melba and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Donald will be missed. He was such a blessing. In Christ, Todd and Jennifer Stephenson and girls
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Tom, Jackie and Misty Boggs
Linda Koplovitz
February 1, 2010
Dear Melba, Meridith & Brandon,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Adrianne Bentley
February 1, 2010
Melba, Meridith, Brandon and the rest of the family,
Donald was such a wonderful, kind man. It was an honor to have known him. God bless all of you at this most difficult time.
Adrianne Bentley
Shemeka Yarbrough
February 1, 2010
To the White family: I'm sorry to hear about your great loss. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
Shemeka Yarbrough
Ginni Terrazas
February 1, 2010
Melba, I have had Donald, you, and your family in my prayers for two years and God has finally taken him home to rest. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers to help you through this very difficult time. I know you will keep him in your heart always, and through your children, you will keep him in sight and around you! With much love and sincere sympathy.......Ginni Terrazas (Houston, TX)
Michelle Dinsmore
February 1, 2010
Melba and Family- I am praying for all of you at this time that God will take care of your beautiful hearts. I never had the pleasure of meeting Donald, but just from knowing you, Melba, I know he must have been a great man. I am so happy for your family that all of you were able to have so much fullfillment in your lives together and know that you will one day be reunited in heaven.
Blessings, Michelle
February 1, 2010
I was very sorry to hear about Donald. I will be praying for your family.
May the love of God, friends and family carry you through your grief.
God bless,
Celesta, Kevin & Corey Martin
David & Diane Blanton
February 1, 2010
Melba: My heart goes out to you and your family. There are no exact words to express but just to say I am so sorry and you continue to be in my prayers. May God's blessings continue to give you strength and courage for the days ahead.
Faith Bollier
February 1, 2010
Dear Melba and Family - I'm thinking of you at this time and praying the Lord comfort you and give you peace.
Becky Rowley
February 1, 2010
Melba - What a Blessing you and Donald have been to our Family. He played a huge roll in showing Patrick the True Love of Christ. We appreciate the love, prayers and support you have shown to us over the years. Donald will be missed. Please know that we will be praying for you and look forward to the day that we can rejoice with him in heaven.
Glenda & PeeWee Lane
February 1, 2010
Melba we are praying for you and your family.. so sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort at this difficult time in your life.
Kyle Parish
February 1, 2010
Melba & family. Your dad was a very special man, and a very powerful man of God. I will miss him dearly and I hope and pray that peace and joy will fill your lives as you remember that wonderful person. Ask God for strength and He will deliver it to you.
Love always,
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