Laura B. White, affectionately known as “Grandma”, departed this life on July 16, 2020. She was born in Paris, Arkansas on January 7th, 1934 to the late E.C. “Dyke” and Linnie Bowerman. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, David J. White; one sister, Betty Boyles, and two brothers, John and Bennett Bowerman.
Laura is survived by her dear sister, Hilda Jo Boyer of Little Rock; her sons, Philip and wife Melinda along with stepdaughters Breanna and Kaylee; Scott and his wife Vetta, and daughter Julie and her husband, Patrick Reames. She also leaves a legacy of 4 grandchildren; Ashley White and her husband Garrett Eckhardt, Brett and Chad White, and Allison Reames.
Laura worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell after graduating from high school. After having her first child, she quit to stay home and take care of him. She dedicated her life to taking care of her children and supporting Dave’s career in the oilfield industry. The family lived in Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana and Ecuador before returning to Texas. While her kids are all Texans, Laura loved Arkansas most of all.
Laura will be laid to rest aside her loving husband, Dave, in a private ceremony at the V.A. Houston National Cemetery on July 24th at 1 p.m.
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