James Harrison White

James Harrison White, 62, passed away on May 20, 2015.

James was born July 18, 1952, in Mishawaka, IN to Bruce and Ruth White.

On May 19, 1972, he married Cathy Owens, who survives of the home.

Mr. White was a retired welding teacher of 22 years at the New Madrid County Central Technical Skills Center.

Family was the most important part of his life. James has 2 sons and daughter-in-laws, Dewayne and Margaret White, and Nick and Tereasa White. He also has 3 daughters and 2 son-in-laws, Stephanie and Tony Belmont, Sabrina and Chad Griffin, and Catherine White.

His children blessed him with 12 grandchildren: Paige, Ryan, Dylan, Chase, Nate, Alyssa, Sam, Marah, "Beaver", Caitlin, Bradi and Halle.

His service was held at New Madrid Baptist Church in New Madrid, MO on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Interment followed at Mounds Cemetery.

In honor of James White, donations may be made to: Hope Exchange, 447 Main St., New Madrid, MO 63869.

Arrangement were made by Richards Funeral Home.