John W. “Jack” White, 87, of Russells Point, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Wooded Glen Health Care in Springfield.
John was born on Sept. 20, 1932, in Hamilton, a son of the late Theodore R. and Eula Mae Pierce White. He was preceded in death by two children, Robert W. White and Sondra K. Pikey, and a brother, Robert H. White.
On Oct, 23, 1950, he married the former Barbara Rockfield in Springfield, and she survives, along with three children, John (Rusanne) White of Springfield, Howard White of South Vienna, and Joyce (Sam Fugate) White of Logan; seven grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; a sister, Joan Acton and son-in-law, Mike Pikey
Jack was a 1950 graduate of Springfield High School and retired from Cooper Energy after 35 years. He was a member of Grace Bible Church. He was also a member of Rhythm Dance and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Jack enjoyed woodworking and gardening.
Per his wishes, no services are planned at this time and inurnment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery at a later date.
Condolences can be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview.