Robert V. "Bob" White Jr.

Robert V. "Bob" White Jr. obituary, Sweetwater, TN

Robert V. "Bob" White Jr.

Robert White Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kyker Funeral Homes - Sweetwater on Feb. 12, 2026.
Robert (Bob) V. White Jr., born April 13, 1940, passed away on February 11, 2026. Bob was a well-known businessman in Sweetwater and the surrounding areas for many years.

Bob is survived by his son, Scott White (Paige); his former wife, Brenda White; two grandchildren, Jackson White and Kaylee Jordan (Kyle); and one great-grandson, Keaton Jordan. He is also survived by his cousins, Tommy Anderson (Betty), Tori Nance (Joe B.), Dorothy Reed (James), and Marsha Standridge (Steve).

In his free time, Bob enjoyed playing golf with his Senior Golf groups, East Tennessee Seniors and The Early Birds out of Seminole, Florida. He leaves behind many dear golf friends. Bob also cherished spending quality time with his beloved dog, Bella. These simple joys brought him happiness and peace.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Vance White and Dorcas Dyer White, and his brother, James Dyer White.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 2:00P.M. to 4:00P.M. at Kyker Funeral Homes in Sweetwater.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to First United Methodist Church of Sweetwater.

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