Dr. Stephen Taylor White

1945 - 2020

Dr.  Stephen Taylor White obituary, 1945-2020, Dallas, TX

Dr. Stephen Taylor White

1945 - 2020

BORN

1945

DIED

2020

Stephen White Obituary

Published by Dallas Morning News on May 3, 2020.
WHITE, Dr. Stephen Taylor Dr. Stephen Taylor White born August 3, 1945, left this earth on April 26, 2020, due to the effects of the Covid-19 virus. Steve was born in Dallas to Georgia and Raymond White. He spent his formative years in East Dallas attending Robert E. Lee Elementary, J. L. Long Junior High, and Woodrow Wilson High School, and as a member of Munger Place United Methodist Church. Steve met the love of his life, Kay Jarvis, on Orientation Day of their freshman year at East Texas State University in Commerce. "I just liked the way she walked," he would often say. They married on April 18, 1964, and recently celebrated 56 years of marriage and partnership. Three children were soon added to the mix - Allison, Valerie and Taylor. Transferring to Austin College in Sherman in 1965, Steve pursued a Biology degree while balancing two jobs and a growing family. After graduation in 1968, he started the next chapter of his life at the Baylor College of Dentistry. He completed dental school in 1974 with a specialty in pediatric dentistry while again working two jobs and serving as President of his class. The family moved to Austin in 1974 where Steve launched his dental practice, a career that spanned more than 41 years. He was a trusted favorite of many Austin children and parents alike through the years. His devoted staff was like a second family to him. Steve was a member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church from 1974 to present. He and Kay raised their children in the church, serving on the Vestry and in multiple fellowship groups, forging many friendships in the church community which was and remains at the center of their lives. His faith and trust in God sustained him throughout his life and at the end. Alongside work and church, Steve had many avocations and passions. He dedicated his time to various charities, namely Christina's Smile, the Texas Mission of Mercy, Seal-Out-Decay and Theo's Van. Certainly, his greatest passion was golf. Once he discovered the sport at age 41 he was hooked, playing as often as possible at his beloved Great Hills Country Club and Alto Country Club in Alto, New Mexico. The competition and comradery of the sport provided hours of pleasure and helped to round out his already full life. He traveled far and wide to play, mostly enjoying time on the course with son Taylor and son-in-law Joe. Being a grandfather for the last 25 years of his life to five wonderful children, now young adults, was the joy of Steve's life. Steve packed as much activity and joy into his life as possible, determined to get the most out of each day lived. In retirement, in the last few years, he shifted to woodworking, gardening and of course, more golf. He and Kay enjoyed their time in the mountains of Alto, New Mexico and the many friendships developed there through the years. They cherished the time they could spend in New Mexico and immediately felt less stress as soon as they reached the mountains. His gusto for life and connection made his end that much more traumatic and heartbreaking. We would like to thank his many caregivers, Dr. James Marroquin, Dr. Jeff Kocurek, Dr. Jeff Yorio and the critical care staff of Seton Hospital. Additionally, we are indebted to the caring Seton nursing staff, including Lizzy Estes whose compassion allowed us to visit with Dad virtually when we could not see him in person. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia and Raymond White, his brothers, Michael and Don White, brother-in-law Thomas Jarvis and sister-in-law Jerri Jarvis. He is survived by his wife, Kay, daughters Allison Sullivan (Joe), Valerie Armstrong, and son Taylor (Michelle), five grandchildren, Victoria and Madeline Sullivan, Graham Armstrong, and Stephen and Caroline White, sister Margaret Reddy (A Kaye), brothers Phillip White, Tom White (Geniene), sister-in-law Martha Box(Steve), brothers-in-law Bill Jarvis (Joyce) and Don Jarvis (Sue) and many nieces and nephews. Services are pending the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions. At that point there will be a Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to either St. Matthews Episcopal Church in Austin, the Central Texas Food Bank or the Lincoln County Food Bank (Ruidoso, NM) Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, Austin, Texas (512) 452-8811. Remembrances may be shared at www.wcfish.com.

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April 23, 2021

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Marilyn, Matt, David, and Caroline Willson

May 20, 2020

Dr. Whites kindness and grace will always be remembered. Our kids do not fear going to the dentist because of Dr. White. This is a lifelong gift and his legacy to all of his patients. Thinking of you all and lifting you up in prayers at this time.

James Glenn

May 10, 2020

I started my practice two years before Steve in Austin, and did refer children patients to him. I was very impressed with the positive comments of his handling/treatment of the kids. May the memories of the fun and good times with Steve help his family's hearts heal in the days ahead. He was a special man and dentist, and glad I knew him.

Andie Beck

May 9, 2020

Dear Kay
Steve and I crossed paths often. I met him in 1973 when I was working for Dr Billy K Thomson.
We shared a love a love for dentistry while we watched Austin grow. The idea of the City having 2 pedodontists was only a dream.
Then as we served on many events at St Matthews, we had a shared dream of serving Northwest hills while many new families were moving to Austin.
As you lived across the street from Tommy and Dianne, he always waved as I was visiting them. Being in Ruidoso in the snow brought out many Austin families.
I along with many in the dental field will miss him very much.
And yes, Steve was right. You have a really cool walk.
God Bess,
Andie Beck

Stephanie jenkins

May 7, 2020

Taylor, My condolences to you and your family. Your dad was loved and respected by all. May the peace of the Lord be with.

Anne Parker

May 6, 2020

Dr. White was such a kind and gentle soul. I worked with him during Christina's Smiles season and the Theo project. Sincere condolences to his family, colleagues and friends that knew him. May the Lord rest your soul, Dr. White

Cynthia Shaw

May 4, 2020

Dr. White was especially helpful with my son's front baby tooth which was knocked out damaging the permanent tooth. We spent years working on it until it was finally replaced permanently when my son was 21.

What a sad tragedy to have lost Dr. White!
My sympathies,
Cynthia Shaw

James T. Shoptaw,D.D.S.

May 4, 2020

Steve and I first met as dental students at
Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas.In fact,
he did a lot of my own dental work during that time.He then completed his Pediatric Dentistry
residency at Baylor and I followed him two years later.

Over the years,Steve and I had a lot of great times together playing golf,discussing challenges
in our practices and overall,just enjoying each others company.
I was heartbroken to learn of the loss of my
friend and colleague.May God bless his family
and comfort them in this indescribable time of
sorrow.

[email protected] Craddock

May 4, 2020

Condolences to the family of Dr White. I had the privilege of working with him at Bailey Square for many years and my children went to their practice but saw Dr Hale. Thought a lot of the 3 original dentists in the group, Dr. Tate, Hale, and White. Peace of Christ be with you all.

Carol Earle

May 3, 2020

We got to know Steve and Kay when my husband Art couched Taylors youth soccer team. We enjoyed Steves wonderful sense of humor and Kays kind heart for several years as the kids grew into teenagers We are so very sorry for your loss and know Steve is smiling down at all his many friends and family. Much love and God be with you through this difficult time. Carol Earle

Donna stubbs valdez, RN

May 3, 2020

Always kind. Will remember that characteristic of Dr White. Helped my son navigate a jaw growth deformity that developed 3 months before he went to college in California. Did a cavity, put bubbles in my 3 year old daughters little tooth and she came out smiling with enough prizes to float a battleship. Referred many patients from the Austin Childrens Clinic through the years. All of the nurses there thought he was a huge dreamboat of a guy. Cried when I learned this news- am so sorry for his family. He was one of the very best, he will be missed by many - May it give you some measure of comfort to know how much his patients and colleagues cared

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