Howard Elmer White, born on May 29, 1934, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 19, 2024. Howard lived a remarkable life, blessed with not one but two great loves. He was first married to Fleida Wann Taborn and later found happiness again with Aggie Mae Thompson. He was the proud father of 12 children, grandfather of 22, great-grandfather of 39, and great-great-grandfather of 4.

Howard was known for his unwavering work ethic and took immense pride in everything he did. His dedication to his family and work was unmatched, and he was a source of strength and inspiration for everyone around him. He leaves a legacy of love that will continue to warm the hearts of those who knew him, a testament to his hard work and the family that spans generations, all of whom will continue to carry his memory in their hearts.

He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will live on in the lives he touched. May he rest in peace.

Howard was the cherished son of the late Luther White and Eloise Wooten-Cruz. Beloved husband of the late Fleida Taborn and Aggie Thompson. Loving father of Howard White Jr., Theresa (the late Ellis) Rowe, Presley (Flo) White, Karen White-Edwards, Barry (Cynthia) White, Michael (Karen) White, Tony (Brenda) White, Richard White, the late Shirley Williams, Daphne Thompson and Terrance Thompson, Larry ( Lisa ) Taylor, Proud grandfather of Howard White III, Tifani (Jermaine) Ruffins, Anthony (Falon) Marks, Thomas Morris Jr., Brooklynn Morris, Anita White, Jemilla White, Carmen White, Barry White Jr., Stasha (Craig) Marie, Anthony White Jr., Raven White, Mitchell (Bianca) White, Myles (Briana) White, Austin White, Randy (Carron)  Reddick, Betty, Calvin, Tony, Larry Jr., Logan, Lance. Great grandfather to Mayah, Adrian, Joie, Alley, Addyson, Avery, Tamia, Amaro, Sydirah, Shelev, Ja'Rese, Ja'Nyla, Keyilah, Keyon, Suriaka, Amar'e, Tamari, Kyler, Jayce, Kade, Luca, Zara, Ezra, Zayn, Mychael, Hendryxx, Sylas, Presley, Collyns, Zaithon, Jalen, Taijon, Devieon, Randy III, Duke, Jasmine, Brie, Michael and Kadesha. Great-great-grandfather of Ja'Mira, Ja'Laiya, Kali, and Lonzo.

Visitation for Mr. White will be held Friday, October 25th, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of his Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. He will be laid to rest in United Memorial Gardens, Plymouth.

PSALM 73:26

“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”