Thomas Shannon White

Thomas Shannon White, 51, of Hertford, NC passed away peacefully in his home Saturday, October 11, 2025. Shannon was raised in Hertford, NC and was the son of the late Guy Thomas “Big Tom” White and Janet Faye Stallings Crosland of Edenton. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his sister Rita Dawn Layton, grandfather and grandmother, Timothy Martin Stallings and Lula Marie Trueblood Stallings, and his uncle, Lester Martin Stallings.

He is survived by His mother Janet Faye Stallings Crosland, sister Donna Faye Gaskin, brother Timothy David Layton and his beloved son Thomas Joseph “TJ” White.

Thomas Shannon White brought joy, celebration, laughter and full bellies to all that surrounded him. He created recipes that one could simply not get enough of. He played guitar and entertained his friends and family providing a toe tapping good time as he strummed and sang along. His jokes would make you laugh until you cried. His personality was as huge as his heart and everyone that encountered him felt the love that he had to share. His world revolved around his family, as he was a natural caretaker. But most of all he lived for his son TJ whom he loved more than life and in a way that only a father can love a son.

A Memorial service will be held at New Hope Christian Fellowship 1363 US Highway 17 S, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 at 2pm on Sunday October 18, 2025 with Pastor Greg Brinson officiating. Following the service family and friends are invited to a reception to celebrate the life of Thomas Shannon White on site with food and drinks provided.

Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral Home & Crematory, 1125 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, NC is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.