"I?m old army buddy with Gary in Vietnam. I?ve thot of Gary often in last yrs. always wanted to talk to him. We had a lot of fun together. Wanted to thank him for making life bearable in Vietnam. I don?t think I wud have survived without him."
In loving memory of
Gary B. White
April 3, 1947 - November 20, 2018
Gary Brent White, 71, of Cooper City, Florida, passed away on November 20, 2018, from appendix cancer.
Gary was born in Miami, Florida on April 3, 1947 to Lewin C. White and Norma C. Ball. He graduated from North Miami Senior High School, class of 1965. Gary then served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War, earning two Bronze Stars. Gary worked as a special circuit technician for Bell South for 33 years prior to retirement in 2002. He enjoyed talking politics and sports, and his 1965 Corvette.
Gary was married to his loving wife Terry on August 16, 1975; they were married 43 years. Together they have 2 children: Gary Jr, and Christy; and 2 granddaughters: Kaylie & Reagan.
Gary is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well as his brother Daryl (Bobbie) of Cooper City, FL, his nephew Darren (Stephanie) of Port Deposit, MD, and his niece Kimberly (Andy) of Cooper City, FL.
The funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on December 7th at the South Florida National Cemetery. The family will be holding a Celebration of Life on December 8th, beginning at 4:00pm, at The White House. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Fred Hunter Funeral Home.
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"Sorry to hear of the loss of an old friend. Gary and I had some fun times together back in the ?70?s and will never be forgotten. My condolences go out to his wife Terry, their children and the whole family. Rest in peace, young man; I hope we?ll meet again someday in the house of the higher being!!!!"
"You Failed to mention a daughter and granddaughter Stacy and Stevie Lyons"
"Sorry for your loss.... Now what about our loss? All the victims of Gary Jr and Terry... have been experiencing extreme loss. What will Junior do to pay back all that they stole and all the lives that have been ruined? Just here paying respect. Will send a gift in person."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you Terry and Gary Jr and Christy. Love to all of you. Chuck and Jan Sullivan"
"Except our prayers and condolences for the loss of your beloved Gary.. May you take comfort in the many memories you shared together in times past. Deepest condolences. Dennis"