Della Gwen White

Della Gwen White, age 83, returned to her Heavenly Father on December 19, 2025, in Washington Terrace, Utah. She was born on June 22, 1942, to Edward Arthur Silvester and Della Marie Hess Silvester.

Throughout her life, Della lived in Tremonton and Brigham City, Utah. She proudly graduated from Bear River High School and Utah State University. She later served her country in the Army Reserves, achieving the rank of E5.

Della married Nyle Bywater and later divorced. She married Anthony Trombley and later divorced. She married Warren White and later divorced.

Della had a fulfilling career at Thiokol in Promontory, retiring in 1995. She also opened her heart and home as a foster parent, providing care and support to many children.

An accomplished rodeo queen and champion barrel racer, Della had a passion for the outdoors. She also enjoyed creative pursuits such as crocheting, sewing, and embroidery. Most importantly, she cherished the time spent with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, forming lasting memories that brought joy to her life.

Della was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

She is survived by her children: Stanley Jay Bywater, Jerry and Mylene Bywater, Daneille and Doug Gunderson, and Melanie Bywater, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who will carry on her legacy of love.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Edward Silvester and Della Marie Silvester, and her son, Timothy Bywater.

Funeral services to honor Della's life will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Noon at the Tremonton South Stake Center, located at 1150 S Tremont Street. Viewings will take place on Friday, December 26, from 5-7 PM at Rudd Funeral Home-Tremonton (111 N 100 E- Tremonton) and prior to the service at the church from 10:30-11:30 AM. Interment will follow at the Plymouth Cemetery.

The service will be livestreamed and can be accessed below.

Della will be remembered for her vibrant spirit and the love she shared with all who were fortunate enough to know her.

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