Denise White

Denise White obituary, Okeechobee, FL

Denise White

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Denise White Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home and Crematory on Feb. 12, 2026.
Denise White, 79

Denise White died February 10, 2026. She was born June 21, 1946 in Chesterfield, England. A resident of Okeechobee for 30 years, she enjoyed painting and gardening. She was a retired warden for the State of Florida Department of Corrections. She was a veteran of the United States Navy, and a beloved Mother, Gram, and Gigi.

Mrs. White was preceded in death by her father, Albert Gregory; and mother, Doreen Gregory.

She is survived by Samantha White (Michael), of Okeechobee; granddaughter, Cameron Virto (Pablo), of Okeechobee; two granddaughters, Quinn Virto and Lillian Virto.

No services will be held.

Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may sign the register book at, www.OkeechobeeFuneralHome.com

All arrangements are entrusted to the direction and care of the Buxton Okeechobee Funeral Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida, 34972.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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