Michael E White

Michael E White obituary

Michael E White

Michael White Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Murphy-Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. - McSherrystown on Aug. 19, 2025.

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Michael E. White, 61 years suddenly passed away at his residence August 15, 2025. Michael was born and raised in York to the late Paul E. and Dawn E (Wagner) White. He was educated in the York Suburban School District and graduated in 1981. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving his country proudly.

Michael was employed as a truck driver for several companies. He enjoyed golfing and bowling and was a little league baseball coach and he also coached soccer. Michael enjoyed watching various sports and was a Nascar fan. He also like paintball.

Left to cherish his memory are his son Ryan M. White, currently stationed at Camp Pendleton serving in the United States Marine Corps, his daughter Kayla Gach (Mike), 2 sisters; Karen Daniels (Howard) and Patti Ness (Jeff), and his longtime friend and golfing buddy, Todd Bevans. He is also survived by 2 granchildren, 3 nieces and 2 nephews.

Family and friends are invited to visit with his family Thursday, August 21, 2025, 3pm until 4pm. At 4pm Pastor Bonnie Whittier will officiate services and there will be a time of sharing and remembrances of Michael, at Murphy Beck Funeral Home and Cremation Service 501 Ridge Ave McSherrystown PA 17344. Burial will be private. Condolences maybe left at www.beckfunerals.com.

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