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Roland White Obituary
He was preceded in death by his father, Morris F. White Sr.
Surviving are his wife, Grace M. White; a daughter, Krystal White; a son, Noah White; mother, Alma L. White; brother, Morris F. White Jr. (Bernice); eight nieces; two nephews; father and mother-in-law, James and Grace Thomas; two sisters-in-law, Viola Pope (Kenneth) and Thelma Brown (Julian); brother-in-law, James Thomas Jr.; host of other relatives and friends.
Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held noon on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009, at Woodville Presbyterian Church, 1728 N. 28th St., the Rev. Jerome Bennett officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roland White
Terri Stith
November 5, 2009
May the peace of God comfort and keep you and the memories of Roland sustain you. Blessings!!
Wendy Real
September 29, 2009
I just learned of Roland's passing, today. Words cannot express the sadness I feel for his family and friends. I worked with Roland at TV-8. He was and will always be one of my favorite people there. Roland always had a big smile on his face and a big laugh. He spread sunshine into all of our lives. I pray that God's hand is on Roland's loved ones. I know he is in a better place, blessing others with his laughter and smile. May God be with you all.
Kirk Jones
September 17, 2009
It is with great sadness that I learned of Roland’s passing. He will be greatly missed. All my love to his family.
Ivy Adams
September 16, 2009
To the White family and Khamar,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I only met Roland once or twice. He was very personable!
I'm praying that you find comfort in your memories of him and that your healing is in God's time.
Sarah T Smith
September 10, 2009
Alma,I hardly know how to express my deep sympathy to you and Morris Jr.,his family and Roland's wife and children.I remember so vividly the years we spent together when our children were at John F Kennedy High School and we were there to support them in every way we could.How you and Morris raised such wonderful young men
that you loved so dearly.My prayer is that you will be comforted by knowing
God's love is so near and is holding your baby in his arms.My deepest condolences!!!
Cynthia Campbell
September 10, 2009
Grace,
You've been the pillar of strength, through all of this. You and the kids are in my prayers and you know where I am, should you need anything - anything at all. Love you all.
Pam (Magee) Goheen
September 10, 2009
As a former TV8 co-worker of Roland's, I will always have warm thoughts and a smile when I think of him. A trusted colleague and friend, he seemed to always know the right thing to say or do times were tough. He enjoyed life and the camaraderie of co-workers. We were all graced by knowing him. Peace be with you.
Debby Stagg
September 10, 2009
Morris,
Eddie and I send you our love and our prayers. We are so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. The bond between brothers is a very special one and you will miss him very much. Please take comfort in knowing he is in a much better place and providing the smiles and energy that heaven needs.
With all our love,
Debby and Eddie Stagg
Ken & Debbie Newman
September 10, 2009
To Morris and the Larger White Family,
so sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Ken & Debbie Newman
Howard Johnson
September 10, 2009
What a friend you were from grade school through college. We enjoyed many great days. Rest in peace 'ROCK STAR'. HJ
Wyatt Austin
September 9, 2009
Rest in peace, my brother. My condolences to the White family. May the peace of God be with you. Battery Park was my second home. I remember seeing Roland on the tennis courts. We knew each other, but didn't "know" each other, at least not until I got to Hampton. A great friend and frat brother. He will truly be missed.
Wyatt "Doozie" Austin
HI Class of 84'
Kappa Alpha Psi Frat., Inc.
September 9, 2009
Remembering Roland and keeping all of the White family in my thoughts and prayers.
Felicia Mason
HI, Class of '84
Valerie Allen
September 9, 2009
I extend my deepest sympathy to the White family. I attended Hampton with Roland and shared many classes with him as we had the same major. I have fond memories of him there--in the band and on "the block" doing his Kappa thang! May your memories keep him close always. Peace and prayers.
September 9, 2009
Please accept my sincerest condolences. I remember Roland as a pleasant, easy going guy who always had a warm smile to share with you.
Alfonso L. Holloman-New Rochelle, NY
Hampton Class of 80
September 9, 2009
Roland, I'm sorry that i lost touch with you over the years. We used to have some good tennis matches down at battery park!! You will be missed my brother!!
Brian Gordon
Willie Jones
September 9, 2009
To the White family;
Roland, Morris Jr. my brother and I were childhood friends. Going to miss you. Peace always be with you.
Willie C
September 9, 2009
Roland,
Thank you for everything you did for me when I went to WRIC. You were the best.
Greg
Megan O'Donnell
September 9, 2009
To the White family,
My deepest sympathy! I worked with Roland for 5 years at WRIC and he was one of my favorites for sure! That great laugh and relaxed demeanor were so comforting in the sometimes stressful and always hurried pace of TV..He will be remembered always!
Dorothy Bunn-Webster
September 9, 2009
To Mrs. Alma, Morris, Jr. and family. You probably don't remember us but we remember you. Roland and Morris Jr.'s grandmother Mrs. Edna or as we so fondly remember her as "Momma Liggons" used to keep my sisters and me. I remember when Roland was born. Our hearts go out to you. We do extend our deepest sypathies.
Paula Conyers Walker
September 9, 2009
I attended Hampton Institute (University) with Roland. As soon as I received the email about his passing, his face and his terrific smile came to mind. I haven't seen or spoken to him in almost 28 year, and his smile and personality have stuck with me. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
MACEO VENABLE
September 9, 2009
Morris, GOD be with you and your family.Sheryl and I will miss Roland.I will never foreget the basketball games we had in your back yard.I always thought Roland would be the next Arthur Ashe, he taught me how to play tennis. A good Brother that will be missed, my Sr.Class President (1977).
Howard Smith
September 9, 2009
Roland White was one of the many inspirational brothers at Hampton University (Institute when we attended...smile) that I was privileged to know and, to ultimately join in the bond of Fraternity in Kappa Alpha Psi. God rest his soul. He is at peace. I will keep him and his family in prayer.
Ricky Johnson
September 9, 2009
To: The White Family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Roland over thirty-two years ago. I attended John F. Kennedy for my senior year. Roland was one of the very first classmates that made me feel welcome, as I was new to the class of 77. Roland had a humble spirit and kept a pleasant smile all of the time. I knew that he had a relationship with the Lord even then.
I know that you will miss him, but remember that his spirit will reside in you. May God comfort you and keep you during these difficult times.
Ricky L. Johnson
September 9, 2009
To the White Family:
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the peace of God be with you.
Angela Brown, Richmond, VA
John F Coleman
September 9, 2009
You are in my prayers and in the Lords care.
Lisa Beasley
September 9, 2009
To the White Family, you will be in my deepest prayers in such a difficult time.
Carol Stanfield
September 9, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Roland was one of my favorite people at WRIC - always ready to greet me with a wide smile to put my day back on track. I wish you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Johnnie Blackwell
September 9, 2009
Love you, Nupe.
Sabine Ramdohr Stanley
September 9, 2009
My deepest sympathies and most hearfelt condolences go to all members of Roland's circle of family and friends. I knew him in high school and always fondly remember his easy smile and wonderful laugh. May he rest in peace...my thoughts and prayers are with you all. JFK - Class of '77
Lynette Hawkins
September 9, 2009
To the White Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I went to Hampton with Roland and we were both from Richmond. May your faith strengthen you during this time.
Dave Miller
September 9, 2009
To Roland's family,
The world will miss a real good guy. Roland and I worked togather at TV 8. He was always "there" when needed.
Sincerely,
Dave Miller
From the Staff of Scott's Funeral Home
September 9, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Timothy Alston
September 8, 2009
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my classmate, frat brother and friend. May God comfort the entire family during these difficult times.
James V Lyons
September 8, 2009
To the White Family,
My sincerest condolences to you during this difficult time. Roland and I were freshmen roommates at Hampton Institute(University). I will always remember his laugh, Clark Kent(Superman) typewriter, and rock and roll music(especially KISS band). May God bless the White family.
September 8, 2009
My deepest sympathies and prayers to Mrs. Alma White, Morris, Jr. and Roland's wife and children.
Lawrencine Smith
September 8, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darrell Cheney
September 8, 2009
Roland and I worked for almost 22 years together at TV8 to become close friends and colleages. I, as many of his coworkers, will miss him dearly. Roland always had a smile for everyone and his loss is truely great. He fought and battled his illness for a year and at times I thought he had beat it but God decided that it was his time to go to a better place to end his pain and suffering.
David Dickerson
September 8, 2009
For The White Family
My sincerest condolences to you during this difficult time. I met and attended Hampton with Roland. I'll always his ever present smile and his ability to find the good in everything. May God Bless and strengthen your Family.
Alberta Anderson
September 8, 2009
Grace know that your family is here for you if there is anything you need just call or get word to us and you know that we will be there for you. God gives us stengths that we don't know we have at the times we need them and when you feel you can't go on he will carry you the rest of the way as long as you believe in the power of God.
Love you, your cousin
Tee
Michele Bolling
September 8, 2009
I worked with Roland for a very long time at Channel 8 and we would often see each other at dinner time in the break room. We talked about everything. I can still hear his laugh. My heart goes out to your family.
Acacia Hendricks
September 8, 2009
Grace, Krystal, and Noah,
My deepest sympathy to your family during this difficult time. If there is anything that I can do to help you during this time of grief I am only a phone call away.
Louise/Ella Pryor-Lee (Bunn)
September 7, 2009
TO Alma and son Morris. Alma,Dottie, Mom and I send our sincere sympathy. Mom had just spoken of you two weeks ago. Morris Jr., in case you do not remember, we are Louise and Dottie. Hazel's daughters whom your Mom and grandmother took care of when we were little girls.Jan is no longer with us. Alma, Mom sends her love and if you need us contact me at [email protected](804) 306-8529 Love, Louise
Allen Washington
September 7, 2009
Morris, my deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
JEFFERY WASHINGTON
September 7, 2009
TO THE WHITE FAMILY
I WAS VERY SADDENED TOO HEAR ABOUT THE PASTING OF A GREAT AND LIFE LONG FRIEND
ROLAND AND HIS BROTHER MORRIS WERE GOOD PEOPLE
TOO HIS FAMILY I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND ALWAYS HOLD THEM CLOSE TO YOUR HEART
HE WILL NEVER BE OUT OF YOUR LIVES
MAY GOD BLESS THE WHITE FAMILY
JEFF WASHINGTON 77
ALAN MERRIAMEM 76
EDWARD SMITH 76
MALLORY SIMPSON 75
EUGENE BAUGH 75
RONALD DOBY 77
RONALD BAUGH 77
THE 23RD ST. GANG J.F.K.
Cathy Stokes
September 7, 2009
Morris,
I'm sorry to hear about the lost of your brother. My prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy Stokes
Brenda Lewis
September 7, 2009
To the White family
Take comfort in knowing that Roland is in a better place. May his soul rest in peace. We rememeber Roland's great smile and wonderful personality.
Marseille Pride, Brenda Lewis and Andrea Ogunumwi (the Miles' sisters)
September 7, 2009
To the White family,
I can remember one of Roland's favorite songs..."I can only imagine". This let's me know that he was prepared in his heart for his journey. Although I am not able to quote the words of the song here, I encourage you to listen to them as they comfort you during this time. I've known Roland almost 30 years. What a kind, gental spirit. I was blessed to have met him. My heart aches knowing that he has transitioned, but I'm comforted in knowing that we shall all see him again. No more pain or suffering. His life has had an impact on all that knew him.
Theelema B. Mines
September 5, 2009
To the White Family,
My brothers and I,Theelema Brown Mines, grew up with Roland, our playmate and friend. We smile at the remembers we have and cry for the friend we will miss. Our love and prayers are that you endure this time. We can smile at thought we will see him again in paradise during the thing he loved.(John 5:28-29;Psalm 37:11)
Morris Jr and Ms Alma, we love you too.
Yolanda Guthrie
September 5, 2009
Dear Grace, krystal and Noah
I'm sorry for your loss. I know this has been a very hard year for you all. To say goodbye to some one you love is very hard. To watch them suffer is even harder. God loves you all and is always there for you. I'm just across the street if I can do any thing. Love you all,Yolanda
Christopher Monroe
September 5, 2009
I worked with Roland for 7 years and he was never without a smile and his trademark laugh. I will miss his humour, his stories and his style for life. My deepest sympathies go to his family. He will be deeply missed and always remembered.
Joan Clarke
September 5, 2009
Grace, I was sure devastated to hear about Roland Friday afternoon. You and the children have my deepest sympathy. I will never forget what he did for my birthday by getting the whole news team from Channel 8 to autograph a picture for me. Every time I look at it I remember how special you all are. God bless and keep you all.
Love, Joan Clarke
Ken Jordan
September 5, 2009
Roland was a favorite coworker of mine. I enjoyed his company, his stories, and his readiness to laugh at work and in my home. Roland will not be forgotten (or his ever-present Oakland Raiders jerseys). All of my best wishes to his family during this most difficult of times.
THOMAS JOHNS CANCER CENTER
September 4, 2009
WE SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY.MR.WHITE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY ALL OF US.WE ENJOYED TAKING CARE OF HIM,AND WE WILL TRULY MISS HIS SMILE.
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