GEORGE ROWLAND WHITE Ph.D.
GEORGE ROWLAND WHITE Ph.D.
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On Saturday, January 14, 2012. Beloved husband of Kathleen M. White; brother of Caroline W. Shogren (Robert) and the late Florence R. Moe; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. George was a former Vice President for the Xerox Corporation and the University of Pittsburgh and was a major benefactor to the arts and education communities of Pittsburgh. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Thursday in the chapel of Homewood Cemetery 11 a.m. Remembrances may be made to the Opera Theater of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Opera or Point Park University.
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Larry Dunn, former Allegheny County Commissioner
January 20, 2012
Kathy,
I was very sorry to read that George had passed away.
For the past 15 years, I have had the privilege of serving with George on the Board of the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation, where I assisted him on the Transportation Committee. His brilliance was matched by his kindness and generosity, and each and every Board Member will miss him greatly.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Victoria Temiz
January 18, 2012
George was a great supporter of the arts in Pittsburgh, PA. He will be greatly missed among all of us in the arts community, whether near or far. I will always remember him as a part of Opera Theater. My heart goes out to his wife, Kathy.
Shirley Barasch
January 16, 2012
Dear Kathy,
My heart goes out to you. You have lost a wonderful partner and your best friend. George had a major artistic impact within and on our educational and performing arts community. He will always be remembered fondly by those who respected and admired him.
Shirley Barasch, Mount Lebanon
Nancy Zelonka
January 16, 2012
George was a warm and charismatic individual, and a generous supporter of Point Park University--one who played a most significant role in enabling the institution to grow and achieve prominence in the academic worlds of arts, science, and business. He was a true polymath who drew from his impressive background and professional accomplishments to impact on Point Park as not only a Trustee, but in his presence, along with his wife Kathy, in numerous University functions and activities. He will be dearly missed, but always remembered.
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Michelina Fato
January 16, 2012
George was such an ardent supporter of Opera Theater Pittsburgh. He was wonderful to have on our board. He will be missed.
George Bromall
January 16, 2012
Kathy,
Please accept my condolences on your loss. George was a special friend to Point Park University for the past 20 years and we will miss him and his guidance. I will always remember my meetings with George. He will be greatly missed.
George Bromall
Point Park University
January 16, 2012
George was always a stalwart supporter of Pittsburgh's theatre scene and his opinions were always informed and worthwhile. He will be sorely missed in the audience. John Shepard
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