Alice Cobb White

After graduating from high school, Alice Cobb married Thomas White on September 9, 1950, becoming Alice Cobb White. Together, they built a home in Greenbelt, Maryland, where they raised their three children, Gregory, Sharin, and Carole. Always committed to personal growth and education, Alice attended the Gardner School of Business in 1965.

In 1966, Alice became a devoted member of Zion Baptist Church, where her faith remained an important cornerstone of her life. During her time at Zion, she faithfully served on the library committee, contributing to the spiritual growth of the congregation. Her professional career spanned 25 years as an executive secretary at the University of Maryland, where she worked in both the Department of Animal Science and the Department of Chemistry until her retirement in April 1991.

Alice’s retirement years were as active and purposeful as her career. She volunteered at Columbia Hospital For Women in Washington, DC, and worked part-time as a leasing consultant at Georgian Towers in Silver Spring, Maryland. She had a passion for travel, exploring destinations such as Hawaii, California, Texas, Arizona, and Florida, and enjoying multiple cruises throughout her golden years.

Alice is survived by her son, Gregory White; daughters, Sharin White and Carole Montes; grandchildren, Beatricia, Jason, Keva, Ashlee, and Ciera; ten great-grandchildren; nephew Gaylord; niece Kimberly; nephew Garren; brother-in-law, George; and a host of friends and relatives who will deeply miss her warmth, wisdom, and kindness.

Her legacy of hard work, devotion to family, and service to others will continue to inspire all who knew her.

May she rest in eternal peace.