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Douglas C. White

Douglas White Obituary

WHITE, DOUGLAS C., 61, of Red Chimney Drive, died peacefully Tuesday at his home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Barbara A. (Capuccio) White. They had been married for 37 years.

He was born in Boston, MA and had lived in Warwick for the past 34 years. Mr. White had been the anchorman at WJAR Channel 10 news for the past 28 years. He began his Rhode Island broadcasting career in 1972. He received countless awards and accolades for his broadcasting accomplishments. He was a former member of the Massachusetts National Guard, and a former member of the United States Coast Guard Reserve in Rhode Island.

Besides his wife, he leaves his children Jonathan Cameron White of Warwick and Matthew Douglas White and his wife Cassia of West Greenwich; a brother Randall White, Esq. and his wife Julia Held of Jamestown; his grandchildren Chloe R. White, Riley M. White, and Jackson Douglas White; his mother, Eleanor (Edwards) White of Port Charlotte, FL.; his brothers-in-laws Donald Capuccio and his wife Gillian and Stephen Capuccio and his wife Patricia, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was the son of the late Harold White.

A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10:00am in the Cathedral of SS. Peter & Paul, One Cathedral Square, Providence. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers donations to VNA Care of New England-Hospice, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, RI 02886 in his memory will be greatly appreciated. www.boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Aug. 17, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas White

116 Entries

peter manzo

September 6, 2006

Dear Barbara, (and family)

I've been holding off on writing for want of some words which will make sense. I can't find any except that I am so so deeply sorry and saddened by the news of Doug's death. It feels like a lifetime since we were together, virtualy related, with Jane, Chuck, Donald, Jill, and the whole gang.

I will always remember Doug as the true geniune grounded yet elegant gentleman he was and how he shared that everyday with the world. His legacy is one for you and all his family to be proud of. I will miss him, yet never forget him.

Sincere condolences to you, your boys and entire family.

With much affection,

Peter Manzo

(Shirl and I, though no longer living together, will grieve Doug's loss in our hearts, and keep his memory alive in our souls)

David Sarro

September 1, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes to the White family. I lived on Red Chimney Dr. (#77) as a child and I remember riding my bike and seeing Doug doing yard work one day. He was a great news anchor and a well respected individual. I've always been a channel ten viewer. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Sandra and Wayne LePage

August 29, 2006

Our sincere condolences to Mrs. White and all the family. We, as former Rhode Islanders, always invited Doug White into our home each evening for the news. My husband had the pleasure of meeting him at one time when he was doing a story in Scituate. He will be missed by many.

Brad Gemme

August 29, 2006

I knew I was back home when I would see Doug White on my TV. I grew up with Doug in my living room. He's like family. My deepest sympathy to the White family. Thank you Doug for always making me feel at home.

Phylis and Earl Allen

August 28, 2006

Barbara, we are so sorry to hear about Doug, some of the old crew from channel 2 were talking about him the other day. We have warm memories and a few laughs when we remember him and the time in the early 70's when TV was an adventure.

Love Phylis and Earl Allen

Stacey

August 28, 2006

I had the honor of meeting Mr. White at my previous job at CVS in East Greenwich. He was a polite man and always had a smile and a hello for you. I enjoyed meeting him and watching him on the news since I was a child. He will be sadly missed and always remembered. My sympathies to all his family and friends.

Karen Signore

August 27, 2006

I would like to express my sympathies to the White family, I grew up watching Doug White throughout my childhood into adulthood. At 38 years old living in another state for the past 9 years, the news was sad for my family and Doug will always be remembered in Rhode Island history. My sympathy to Mrs White, children and grandchildren, May God watch over all of you at this sad time and bring you comfort that he is up with Jesus in Heaven.

Lou-Ann Hooper

August 27, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. May memories of Doug comfort you. May God comfort you in your time of need.

God Bless

The Hooper Family

Sherri Thompson

August 26, 2006

Our sympathies to the White Family. We are so sorry to hear of Mr. White's passing; he was true legacy growing up - always enjoyed watching the news when he was on. From RI natives - Thompson Family in Manchester, NH

Rick and Carol-Ann Dufresne

August 24, 2006

We express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the entire family of Doug White. We are original Rhode Islanders from Lincoln and we always watched Doug from his very first day. We then moved from RI to FL in June 1999 but always watched Doug on the news when we came back to RI for our vacations. All our four children and eleven grandchildren grew up watching Doug on the news and other special volunteer fund raisers, etc. Doug, we will always remember you, the great work you did for all the people everywhere, and your quick wit. You will be missed by all our family members.

The mccarthy family

August 23, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Beggan

August 21, 2006

My deepest condolences to the White Family,

I was a friend of Randy's in Arlington, MA. Recently a neighbor at my summer cottage in N H told me of Doug's illness. He was a classmate of Doug's at AHS. We talked about what a wonderful guy Doug was and great family the White's are. Growing up with Randy I knew Doug as the "older" brother. Time passed and Mr White, Doug's father passed away. I made my way to an overfilled funeral service (you see, the apple DOESN'T fall far from the tree). The time that had passed since seeing Randy, let alone Doug, was over 20 years. As the family was leaving the church, Randy and Doug holding their mother's arms, Doug recognized me. He turned with his mother and brother and thanked me for coming. I later stopped and reflected, here was Doug White, who had met thousands of people, most more significant in the scheme than I, yet he took the time to say thanks to an old family friend and made me feel important to him.

But isn't that how he made us all feel. Doug will be missed and GOD will Bless him, but he will live on every time we remember him.

Jim Beggan

Margaret Fiore

August 21, 2006

I would like to offer my heartfelt sympathy to Mr. White's Family.

I have a friend whose Mom (her name is Grace)loved Doug just by watching him over the years on television. One Columbus Day (a long time ago) he was in the Columbus Day Parade up on Federal Hill in Providence. Grace's young granddaughter was at the parade and she saw Doug. She took a photo of Doug. Well, she thought she'd go home and tell her grandmother that Doug said to say hello to her even though it wasn't true but just to make her feel good. Till this day she still believes it. Well, I myself, a few years back, saw Doug at St.Gregory's feast in Warwick, I told him this story and he laughed.

He asked, what's her name? He took out his business card and autographed it for her. I couldn't thank him enough because I knew how thrilled Grace was going to be.

Well, when I gave her his autograph one may think she won the lottery for the smile that it put on her face. There is not enough of money in the world to compare to the happiness he gave her. Since Doug's passing, she looks at his picture and his autograph and cries. What a great man! Please hold on to the memories and you will make it through each day. He will be missed by many. Godspeed Doug

Elizabeth Rainone

August 21, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to Doug White's family and friends. He was a wonderful gift to this state and he will be greatly missed.

Renee (Phillips) Reid

August 21, 2006

To all of Doug's family, I'd like to express my sincerest sympathies. I was so saddened to learn of his death, and my heart and prayers are with you. I knew Doug at Grotonwood Baptist camps and at Bates. What wonderful memories! What a really great guy! Everyone just loved him. Doug, Godspeed and Peace.

Judith Ann Cabana

August 20, 2006

My sympathy go's out to the white family. Mr White is now an angel in heaven watching over his family. May God Bless You.

Cait

August 20, 2006

To Dougs family...I'll always cherish the time I had with your family...the holidays and vacations to RI were the best!! I loved being with you and your family more than anything, and am so sad that you're gone. Know that you left a large imprint on all those that you met along the way. See you again and love you..

Martha Lagow (Buzzell)

August 19, 2006

Words cannot express the profound sadness I felt when I heard of Doug’s passing. I went to both Arlington High and Bates College with Doug. His kindness and his incredible sense of humor are the traits I will remember most. I extend my deepest sympathies to the entire White family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

David Cournoyer, Jr

August 19, 2006

I will miss Doug on TV as will all my family and all of Rhode Island I'm sure, he was just so much a part of Rhode Island Television. Always a gentlemen off and on the tube.

I want to pay my deepest sincerity to his family. Only so few will leave such an impression on so many as he did.

kim obrien crain

August 19, 2006

Dear Mrs white and family,

i am still in shock that doug has passed away.I remember the first time i met him i was in junior high and thats how i met jon your son. We were in a play at winman Junior high called hello dolly and i said to jon are u about your part in the play and he said no and i said ok good luck. After the play i said to myself i am gonna go meet mr white for the first time.....and i did ..what a funny guy with a warm touching smile....he said to me how are u doing kid.....and i said good i said to him did u like the play and he said yes i did. What a friendly guy who is truly sadly missed. Barbara what a great husband u had and now u have a guardian angel to watch over u and your family. May the good lord above comfort u and your family all the days of your lives.Doug will always be with u all.

please accept my sympathy and condolences.

Kim

Maria daGraca

August 19, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...

but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.

Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.

I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.

There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.

God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years

because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.

But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;

but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...

that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,

then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."

And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,

knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,

just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,

remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)

©Copyright 1998-2006

He was and will always remain a blessing that his family shared with countless families in Rhode Island...Thanks Doug...to you and your family from a grateful viewer.

Diana C

August 18, 2006

I attended a performance of the Ocean State Follies in June of 1992 at which time Doug's hair was the subject of a song. The performer wore on his head a cut up basketball painted black. The room was in hysterics, but no one laughed more than Doug who was in the audience and went up on stage to try on the "hair." I never forgot his good nature that evening or the way he always made the news bearable, no matter how awful it was. Doug White was the 6:00 news. Channel 10 hasn't been the same since he left.

DR. JAMES MICHAUD

August 18, 2006

I'M SADDENED TO LEARN OF DOUGS PASSING, I KNOW HOW SADDLY HE WILL BE MISSED, HE WAS OME OF THE MOST TRUSTED ANCHORMEN IN THE BUISNESS I HAD MET HIM ON OCCASION AND HE WAS MOST HUMBLE, A RARE TRAIT..

Anne Marie Pinelli

August 18, 2006

My Prayers and deepest sympathy go out to the family of Doug White. I did not know him personally but did grow up watching him on Channel 10 news. He always had such a wonderful demeanor about him and always pleasant. May he rest in peace.

Elizabeth Letourneau (Choquette)

August 18, 2006

To the White Family,

My twin sister and I, went to school, Randall Holden, with Matt. Doug and Barbara, Mr. and Mrs. White, to us, were always so kind and generous. We didn't live to far from the White's, we lived with our grandparents, off of Warwick Avenue, Doug and my grandfather would talk about baseball, my grandfather was a Yankee fan, so you can imagine the conversations, I remember cause I was the little Yankee fan, and Matthew was all Red Sox, with his Dad.

I remember "family" day at Randall Holden and we would all be playing, with our parents, and Matt made us get his dad with the water balloons!

Maybe a year or two ago, I saw Doug in the market, I would see him almost every week, but didn't want to bother him, I would hear people say, "I think that's Doug White", and I would say to them "it is"! I am now glad I went up to him to say hello, and he gave me the "smile", the same one I remembered when I was a kid.

I am very sorry for your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

TT.

August 18, 2006

I was so sad to hear of his passing. I want to thank him for sharing himself with us everynight in our living room. He was so warm and kind, and he could even take a joke about his hair! He will be greatly missed! So deeply sorry for your loss, may the years of humor and laughter comfort you all.

The Merrill Family

August 18, 2006

Our deepest condolences to Doug White's family and to his friends. Even though we did not know Mr. White personally, we felt as if he were a trusted member of the family as he came into our livingroom every evening with his winning smile and easy way. For many years Mr White brought us the important events of the day and we will shall miss him. Rest in peace dear man.

Karen (Brooks) Alexander

August 18, 2006

As a fellow Toll Gate classmate of Matthew's, I always felt a connection to Doug even though I didn't know him personally. Never would an important school event pass without his quiet and calm presence. My sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

Bill and Ann Pirraglia

August 18, 2006

Dear Barbara,

Please accept our sincere and deepest sympathy on Doug's passing. We haven't seen you both in a few years but we will never forget Doug's wit and wonderful sense of humor. Please give our sympathy to Jon and Matt, also. Always remember, the human spirit is infinite, so Doug will be with you always and forever.

M I

August 18, 2006

I first met Mr. White in 1978 when I was in the eighth grade. He made a guest appearence to the St. Kevins social studies fair. Thats just the kinda thing he would do. He was here for us, we felt like he was family. Years later he was the target to be dunked at our St. Greg's fair and he took the plunge. I know I'm going to miss him, his great smile and kindness. I can only imagine the lose for his family and friends. God bless, MI

John and Carol

August 18, 2006

"And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count,it's the life in your years." Doug truly lived that, and will be missed dearly.

KAREN AND PAUL BELL

August 18, 2006

We were very saddened by the news of Doug's death. He was such a comfort and so down-to-earth. We always felt that we could sit down with Doug. Our heartfelt condolences to all of Doug's family, including his TV family

Carmela Richards

August 18, 2006

Dear Barbara and Family, my heart goes out to you for your great loss I'm, a good friend of the Marsis family, my 43 year old son just passed away 14 days ago, the pain is tremendous as you know, I have his ashes at home with me now,and this brings me some comfort,I hope you and your family find peace and comfort,your in my prayers.

Mrs. Victoria M. Ola

August 18, 2006

To the White Family,

Rhode Island has Truly lost one of our Best New Reporters. We were saddened to hear of his passing. He had a beautiful smile, a cheerful laugh and we enjoyed how he lifted his cup at the close of the News. May God Bless all of you. Anchorman Doug White truly will be missed. Our Love and Prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs Steven A. Ola and Family

dana hanley

August 18, 2006

To the WHITE FAMILY.....our sincere condolences to you,we know first hand what you are going through,with loosing a loved one to cancer....

we hope the following prayer will get you through this time,it has helped us...my dad who passed away in march at the age of 69 from complications of colon cancer, was given this prayer at roger williams hospital,and we had it put on the prayer cards at his services.....

BE AT PEACE

Do not look forward in fear to the changes of life; rather look to them with full hope that as they arise,God whose every own you are,will lead you safely through all things, and when you cannot stand it,God will carry you in his arms, Do not fear what may happen tomorrow, the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you then and every day. He will eithier shield you from suffering or will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace and pur aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations..

the RICH AND HANLEY FAMILY

IN West Warwick

MARIA DEROBBIO

August 18, 2006

TO DOUGS FAMILY,

ALL OF US AT LAB SERVICES WOULD LIKE TO LET YOU KNOW HOW SAD WE FEEL ABOUT DOUG'S PASSING. WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING HIM AND WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN HE WAS. HE WILL BE GRATLEY MISSED. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. MARIA,KEN,JOHN & ANN

christina maimoni

August 18, 2006

To the family of Doug white and his Friends at NBC 10 We are saddened by your loos But God has a great one. And He will forever be remembered..

janice fabiano

August 18, 2006

dear white family, I was a past employee of dept of surgery at university medical group. whenever mr. white came in, he always had a smile. he would call and i would put him right in and you could tell this made him happy. i was always amazed how kind and down to earth he was. i told him that my entire family always watched him on television, and channel ten was the only channel we would watch, he would just smile and always say thank you. my sincere condolences in your great loss. may God bless you all always. sincerely, janice fabiano

Pat

August 18, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Frank & Linda Williams

August 18, 2006

Mrs. White, Sons, Family, and many friends. We are not Rhode Islanders by birth, but we transferred to Rhode Island from, Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1980 with my husband's job. We loved this beautiful state and ocean with all of its majestic beauty. One of the first memories we have is the news with, "Doug White," and Patrice wood. As I am not much on the news due to the material and much of the time, depressing matter, I felt the need to be updated with Current Events in order to keep my four children alert to the happenings in their world. Doug White and Patrice Wood became immediate fixtures to our family. They were like family that we had never met but loved as though they were. My daugther, who is a Pharmacist at CVS, knew Doug as he went to CVS frequently. My daughter commented on what a wonderful and friendly gentleman Doug was. She informed me of his death on August 15th, which is my birthday, and our family was deeply saddened to lose such a role-model for our society and community. August 15th is a Holy Day Of Obligation, The Assumption of Mary, which I considered a honor to be born that day. I know that Jesus,and the Blessed Lady and all of the many Saints who have preceeded Doug, had heaven ready and waiting for the angel that he was. We know how much you will miss Doug, but he has touched so many of us without knowing it. What a tribute to a wonderful man.

May God bless you and your family with His great love and peace. We just thought you needed to know how many lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers go with you and your family. Thank you all for sharing this great man with so many of us.

RUTH-ANNE FALLON----(FERLAND)

August 18, 2006

To the White Family, To all Doug's co-workers and friends at Channel 10, and to Doug's friends all around New England, I offer my deepest sympathy and love.

I met Doug and his lovely wife Barbara on a several occasions at Bassett's restaurant a few years ago. My brother Bob formerly known as Festus was the bartender there,and the White's would be sitting at the bar having a drink while waiting for a table in the dining room. We had many funny conversations, and a few laughs with Doug's wit and jokes. I will always remember Doug as a super friendly human being and just one of the guys.

Rest in peace Mr Dough White and God Bless you and your dear family.

Cheryl Phillips

August 17, 2006

More than 15 years ago, I was with my daughters (now 20 and 21) at a Dunkin Donuts in Providence. Doug White walked in and my daughters immediately wanted to meet "the man from TV". He commented on how beautiful their winter coats were and took the time to speak with them. They still remember his kindness.

Our best to Doug's family at this sad time.

Bruce & Claudia Kennedy

August 17, 2006

To the Family,

Doug was a classmate at Bates and an Usher at our Wedding Aug 27, 1966. He was a great friend to all of our class and will be sincerely missed. Aloha to all.

William Jennings

August 17, 2006

I was saddened to hear of the death of Doug White who so many of us Rhode Islanders knew via the news for so many years. Doug had become a Rhode Island icon, like the late Salty Brine. He will be sadly missed, but long remembered.

August 17, 2006

I did not know Doug White personally, but... feel like I've known him for 20 years! He will be missed in my home each evening. All the best to his family........... thanks for sharing your husband/dad!

Patricia Coit

August 17, 2006

Dear White Family,

Watching the evening news will never be the same. Somehow when Doug was at the desk, with his special way of presenting the news

even the worst events didn't come across quite as bad. He will be missed. He was in a word "Class" God bless you all.

Pat & Pop NK RI

TANYA

August 17, 2006

TTHE WHITE FAMILY

MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. DOUG WAS A WONDERFUL MAN THAT COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH. I USED TO WAIT ON HIM NOW AND THEN AT THE MISS CRANSTON DINNER YEARS AGO.

Engelbert Humperdinck

August 17, 2006

iwas notified by cell phone while on tour of douggs passing.i met doug on one of my many visits to rhode island.he was a kind and caring fellow.and my condolences go out to his family.rest in peace old chap.sincerley.Engelbert Humperdinck.

DAVID ROSSI

August 17, 2006

AS A FAN I CRIED WHEN I FOUND OUT OF DOUGS PASSING.AND AFTER WATCHING TONIGHTS TRIBUTE ON CHANNEL 10 I AM STILL IN TEARS.MY CONDOLENCES.TO HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN.DOUG MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.AS YOU SIT AT THAT BIG ANCHOR DESK IN THE SKY.WITH MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT.DAVID IN PROVIDENCE.REST IN PEACE SWEET PRINCE.

Laura Mahoney

August 17, 2006

Doug was a classmate of mine at Bates College class of 1962. He was a fantastic guy and I am very saddened to hear of his passing- my sympathy to the family. Laura Hoyt (mahoney)

Louis&Debbie Tavares

August 17, 2006

My husband and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to Doug White's family and also to everybody working at NBC 10

Patrice, Gene, Gary Ley, Frank Coletta, etc.

Doug was a great anchorman and he will be missed.

Christine Brooks

August 17, 2006

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Doug White. He was truly a Rhode Island institution and clearly a great man.

Melissa Coppola

August 17, 2006

As far back as I can remember, Doug White had been a dedicated and informative anchorman on Channel 10.

My Grandparents faithfully watched Channel 10 news and I believe they liked to watch Doug. I was saddened to hear of his death. I will always remember him anchoring with Patrice Wood and Frank Carpano. Rhode Island has lost one of its finest.

My sincere condolences to the White family.

Maria Heffernan

August 17, 2006

To the White family,

Wow, I still cannot believe that he is gone? I have to be honest, I was never the avid news watcher with all of the terrible things that happen on a daily basis, but can I just say, I do remember your husband or father. It had been a few years that I had worked at Citizens Bank and to be honest, it was not the greatest of jobs, but whenever he came in or even drove thru, he was the model customer and always treated me so nice, and for that I will always remember him and wish your family well.

My deepest sympathy,

Flo Legge

August 17, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family,friends,and co-workers

Please accept our sincere condolences during this time of sorrow.

Our family feels a great sense of loss also. Doug has touched our lifes for many years...

God Bless

sheila jubinville

August 17, 2006

I was very shocked and saddened by the passing of doug white. I am a former Rhode Islander now living in Florida and never fail to watch the news with him and Patrice.loved when he would rase his cup of coffee at the end of the news. My sympathies to your family.. he will be missed

BEVERLY SCUNCIO

August 17, 2006

DOUG,you made my moms night,she has alzheimers now, but at my cousins Tommy and Jen Marcellos wedding you danced with her and took a pitcure together. She talked about that night for many years . Thank You

JANICE GRANDE

August 17, 2006

TO THE WHITE FAMILY, THANK YOU FOR SHARING DOUG WITH ALL OF R.I. HE ALWAYS MADE OUR EVENINGS A BIT BRIGHTER. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, AND THE CHANNEL 10 NEWS FAMILY.

Diane Beland-Olivier

August 17, 2006

My dad passed of Cancer at 57, In 2002 when I heard Mr.White passed of cancer I was like the C word.I want you all to know I am Praying for you all and may God Bless you

Pauline Salvatore

August 17, 2006

Doug White was a major presence in our home with his delivery of the six o'clock news. He definitely will be missed. Doug will always be remembered as playing Santa Clause for the children at Holden School. Barbara, Mathew and Johnathan, you are in our prayers and thoughts. Pauline Salvatore

August 17, 2006

Well Done , now

Anchor's Away !

Thank-you for your Service .

Ralph

August 17, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family,friends,and co-workers. Doug was a Rhode Island icon and will always be remembered. God Bless.

donna

August 17, 2006

my sympathy to family and friends.

Barbara La Rose

August 17, 2006

My life was richer for having had the privilege of knowing this very special man. My prayers go out to Barbara,Matt and Jonathan(a former student). Doug will live on in our hearts forever.. My deepest sympathy.

Bill and Elaine Drapeau

August 17, 2006

To Barbara and all the White family,

please accept our sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. We want you to know how sorry we are about your loss. Doug was a great and caring person who will be forever remembered by those whose life he touched.

Our hope is that time may somehow ease your sorrow and that special memories of the laughter, joys and smiles of times past will bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Beverly

August 17, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the White family during this difficult time. Thank you for sharing Doug with us through the years!

Micki Heckman

August 17, 2006

A special ANGEL is watching over the White family and all of his friends, co-workers and listeners in R.I. and far away. He will still touch many lives, just as he did in life. My condolences, Micki

Gail LeClaire

August 17, 2006

Dear Barbara and family,

I will always be grateful for the opportunity to have met Doug. His sense of humor and his strength of character was amazing. His is a true soldier of God and he will be watching over all of us.

John Nuhibian

August 17, 2006

I was shocked to hear of Doug's passing.

I have many fond memories of Doug at Arlington High School and Bates College. Especially a cross-country drive we made together during summer vacation.

Sadly we lost touch recently.

But I did often watch his excellent newscasts.

My sincere condolences to Barbara and the rest of Doug's family.

His loss at such a young age is difficult to accept.

Thomas E. Clements

August 17, 2006

Peacce be with you Barrbara andWhite chidren Have known Douglas since the early days at Warwick Ann & Hope when he would stop to purchase gifts for his family

Mike Taurasi

August 17, 2006

Dear Barbara & Family,

Most of us learn early in life that losing friends, family, loved ones, is part of the Almighty Master's Scheme, but each time that it happens, I realize that I've never learned to readily accept such things. So, as usual, I feel helpless and I'm lost for words, when a tragedy of this magnitude strikes. Nevertheless, please know that even more than the personal sorrow that I feel for the loss of such a good man and a friend, my heart goes out to you trying to share the burden of your grief.

My immeasurable symathy and prayers are with you, Cuz. God Bless you all.

Mike Taurasi

Mary

August 17, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Walter Trahan

August 17, 2006

I retired from channel 10 several years ago,and moved to Texas, but I will never forget Doug's professionalism, or his friendliness to his fellow workers. He was the MC at my retirement, and I will never forget his sense of humor. He will be sorely missed by all. My sincere sympathy to his entire family. Walter Trahan

I'Loner Weaver

August 17, 2006

To Randy and The Entire White Family:

I would like to express my sincere condolences for your loss. Losing a sibling is never easy. I pray that God gives you all the strength you need to pull through these sad times!!

August 17, 2006

Rhode Island has lost an a TV treasure.

Tracy Provoyeur

August 17, 2006

Dear Mrs White & Family,

I was very sorry to here the news of Mr White sickness. It was around the time my father had taken ill with the same thing. I feel for your family , the thing that made me feel better was knowing my father did not suffer anymore. As hard as it is at this time, be strong & know he will always walk beside you ! Sorry for your loss. From my family to yours.

Sincerely,

Tracy Provoyeur & family

Dawn

August 17, 2006

My deepest condolences to the White family on your beloved loss.

May you find comfort in knowing that Doug is at peace now.

He is holding my moms hand up in heaven. God bless you all.

Loretta Smith

August 17, 2006

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Lisa M. Topp

August 17, 2006

I am so very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be sadly missed.

Engelbert Humperdinck

August 17, 2006

i was delighted to meet doug on one of my many visits to rhode island.he was a wonderful man.and an asset to rhode island television.may he rest in peace.my regards to his family.

Sincerley.Engelbert Humperdinck.

kim

August 17, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Rick & Judy Cunniff

August 17, 2006

In memory of happy times on Edgehill Road...

Lorrie Perkins

August 17, 2006

I was shocked and saddened by the passing of doug white. I am a former Rhode Islander now living in Arizona and never fail to watch the news with him and Patrice. My sympathies to his family..

deborah germano

August 17, 2006

DEAR MRS. WHITE SORRY TO HEAR THE LOSS OF DOUG HE WAS A TERRFIC ANCHORMAN HE'LL BE IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYS

Wally Pickford

August 17, 2006

My sympathy to the Whites: Your Doug was the consummate professional pioneer in transforming TV journalism from an oxymoron in the 1970s to the ethical equivalent of reputable newspaper reporting. He lent his considerable skills and inborn empathy to what became a dazzling and durable career. Yet his dignity and self-effacing humility never detracted from his boffo sense of humor. We once served as judges in a pageant for teenage girls and I had the pleasure of making sotto voce wisecracks which kept him bent over laughing. We also worked together in a enormously successful statewide campaign to train citizens in CPR; we connected again when I was accrediting officer for VIP pols visiting Rhode Island. He was and always will remain the rock upon which local broadcast news is based. Not surprisingly, he went to his Eternal Reward in the unassuming way he lived his abundant life. . .with grace. Parenthetically, we used to joke about the fact that I was a month older than he was; I insisted, when he was mocking me, that primogeniture demanded a modicum of respect. He would just laugh. And that's the way I will always remember Doug -- not deliverying the news with credibility and professional polish -- but laughing. . .and laughing. God rest his soul.

JOE CARUSO

August 17, 2006

R. I. P. DOUG = WE ALWAY,S LOOKED FORWARD TO YOUR COMING TO THE OLD VIC,S SUNOCO ON POST ROAD TO HAVE YOUR CAR SERVICED =YOU WHERE ONE OF THE,GREAT ONE,S AND WILL BE MISSED

Tonia Fay

August 17, 2006

We will sadly miss you. Hope the Red Soxs when for you this year. God Bless.

Miguel daCruz

August 17, 2006

I wish to send my condolences to you in this time of sorrow. Doug was a great influence in my life from the time I meet him working at WJAR in 1985. He treated me with more respect than any other Anchor or person in my life.

God bless the White family and friends.

Mike

August 17, 2006

Southern New England spent many mornings and evenings with Doug. He was in our homes, speaking to our families. He will be missed by many he did not even know. Our prayers go out to his family, for the comfort that can only come from God to be in your lives today.

susan mills

August 17, 2006

Both my husband, Steve Mills, and myself, had the pleasure of knowing Doug.He was a Gentle Man, in every sense of the word.I will always remember him with warmth and joy, and he holds a very special place in my heart.

Michelle Ottaviano

August 17, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Marilyn Scrivani

August 17, 2006

To The White Family:

Please accept my very deepest sympathy in the loss of a very loved and admired human being.

We, the public who watched him every day on Channel 10, will miss him very much.

May he rest in peace.

Sincerely,

Marilyn Scrivani (Warwick)

R S

August 17, 2006

Sorry for your loss, Doug was truly a Rhode Island Icon.

Ray Boggia

August 17, 2006

You will be missed.

Christine Fortin

August 17, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Mr. White. I did not know him personally, but grew up watching him report the news. He will be greatly missed.

Rita Paradise

August 17, 2006

To the White family, My condolences on the loss of your beloved Doug. He will remain as one of the truly great, unassuming yet brilliant "stars" in the Rhode Island sky. He is at peace in Heaven and may he reap the rewards of a life well lived. God Bless your family.

August and Ramona Souza

August 17, 2006

To the family of Douglas White,

Over the years i have looked forward to seeing him on the news and watching him with his cover stories he will be greatly missed. My thought and prayers are with your family at this time and always.

VIVIAN PRATT

August 17, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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