John Edward "Chick" White, Jr.

John "Chick" Edward White, Jr., a veteran of the U.S. Army who proudly served his country during the Korean War, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at the age of 87. He was the beloved father of John E. White, III (Edie), Richard L. White, Sr., Darrell A. White (Kristie), Donna W. Loescher (Henry) and the late Gaynell M. White. Son of the late John Edward White, Sr., and Ester Bayle White. Proud grandfather of Henry M. Loescher, III (Jennifer), Kassie White, Larry Mangerchine, Jr., Jennifer Concepcion (Jeff), Lacey Mangerchine, Michelle White, Richard L. White, Jr., Christina Martin (Glenn), William "Benji" Montelius (Cydnie), Brooke Lataxes and Perry Bellow. Brother of the late Mildred W. Bilich. Former husband of the late Mary Alcorn Guglielmo. He is also survived and fondly remembered by his 18 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild (1 late great grandchild) along with many relatives, cousins and dear friends. John was born in New Orleans and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Mandeville. He retired from Domino Sugar Refinery after 34 years of service. John truly enjoyed life through his simple pleasures of hunting, gambling at the casino and just hanging out with his friends and family. His love of telling jokes was surpassed only by the love for his grandchildren. He will always be remembered for his dedication to his family, his laughter, and spoiling the grandchildren. He was a wonderful example of what it means to care for others and will be deeply missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Friday, December 20th from 9 AM – 11 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass beginning at 11 AM. He will be laid to rest in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.