Michael James White, 69, passed away on December 1, 2022. He was born in Bethesda, AR, on August 21, 1953, to J.W. and Bonnie White.
Michael was the type of man who could fill up a room with his quiet, magnetic, and strong presence. He also loved to laugh and tell stories, especially about his hunting and fishing adventures. But most of all, he treasured spending time with his family and playing with his grandkids. Michael was loving and kind and was always willing to help those he loved. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, and friend whose memory will forever live on in the hearts of those that loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, J.W. White and Bonnie Mae (Cooley) White, and his brother, Mitchell White. He is survived by his son, James White (LeaAnn) of Mountain View, AR; daughter, Donna White (Paul) of Bauxite, AR; sister, Peggy Yeatman (Curtis) of Clarkridge, AR; grandchildren, Michael Burns, CJ Burns, Lacey White, Jacob White, Mallory Forte, Braydon Reed, and Emily White; ten great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A visitation will be held at Willis Funeral Service on Monday, December 5, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Willis Funeral Service on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
