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BORN
1940
DIED
2020
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1144 George Washington Highway N
Chesapeake, Virginia
Mercer White Obituary
Born September 28, 1940, in North Carolina, he leaves behind his best friend and loving wife of 40 years, Sandra J. White; a special sister-in-law, Marsha Fran Rich (Hollis); two children, Troy D. White and Cindi A. Rogers (Ken); two siblings, Connie A. Ferguson and James F. White, III (Mable); a special granddaughter, Rio Kara Herbik (Mike); three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a step-grandson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James F. White, II and Martha M White and a sister, JoAnn C. White.
Doug served in the Army National Guard and retired as an Electrician from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He coached recreational football in Deep Creek for 20 years. He was a longtime pigeon flyer of the Hampton Roads Virginia Racing Pigeon Club.
Viewing will be available at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Hwy. Chapel on Tuesday, April 28, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The family will be present from 3 to 5 p.m. to receive friends with no more than 10 individuals in attendance at a time. A private family graveside service will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or your favorite charity.
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April 28, 2020
Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time. Johnny and I are so very sorry about Doug's passing. Will always think of him when I go to Lawrence Pharmacy.
God Bless Sandy and Family. Cindy Tew
Mary. Baker
April 27, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all.Doug and I had a strange way of talking to each other, we were either laughing or sort of let's say disagreeing.Miss all of our times at the Pharmacy .
Love to the family for you all.
Rio Herbik
April 27, 2020
When I think about my Papaw, the first thing that comes to mind is a passionate heart. He put his heart into all that he did. Everything was 110% or nothing at all. He had the heart of a champion with a determination and grit like no one I've ever seen. He strived to be a mentor, coach, and friend to many. If he loved something or someone, he made sure everyone knew it! He was proud, honorable, and trustworthy. I will miss our laughs, his encouragement, and his wisdom. I'm honored to have shared so many wonderful memories with someone who was more than a grandfather, but a best friend. My papaw will be missed by so many, and even though he can't be here with us in a physical sense, I know he's still with us every step of the way because a love like his never fades.
Stephen White
April 26, 2020
Rebecca, Abigail, and I are very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My favorite memories of Doug are from the times he, me, and my Dad would go fishing. Good times. I know he's at peace now, but I know you will miss him greatly. I pray that God will provide you with peace and comfort during this time. We send you all our love.
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Snellings Funeral Home & Crematory - George Washington Highway Chapel1144 George Washington Highway N , Chesapeake, VA 23323
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