Donald Joe White

Don was born on March 6th, 1948, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He attended Farragut High School and then served in the United States Air Force.

Don had a life-long career in repairing radiology equipment where he met x-ray tech, love of his life, and now wife of 46 years Teresa White (Lawson). They married in Chattanooga, TN on April 6, 1979. Don worked for Siemens Medical Solutions for many years which took his family to Chapin, SC where he called “The Empire” home for 39 years.

Don was accomplished in problem solving and skilled with his hands. There was rarely something broken that he could not fix. Don loved music and shared that love with his family. For any word, phrase, or circumstance, he knew a song about it. He passed down his talents, love of music, and wit to his children and grandchildren, as witnessed through them everyday.

Above all else, Don loved his family. He is remembered as a loving husband and father whose guidance and support will always be cherished.

Don is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Teresa White; Daughter, Susanne Williams (Rich); Son, Jefferey White (Danielle); Daughter, Valerie Oonk (Chris); his Brother, William “Bill” White (Su); and was a proud “Paw Paw” to five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary White: and a sister, Sue Campbell.

A visitation will be held Monday, August 18, 2025, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Fort Jackson National Cemetery. Rich Williams will officiate the ceremony.

All are welcome to attend and celebrate Don’s life.