James (Jim) Ernest White was a proud member of the Heiltsuk Nation. Jim bravely battled cancer for 5 years. Jim was born on January 29, 1945 and passed away on June 20, 2017. Jim's parents were Gertie and Johnny White. He leaves behind his brother, Mark White, and joins his other siblings in heaven: John White Jr., Mabel Humchitt, nee Martin; Margaret Campbell, Clarence Martin; Edward Martin; Donald Martin; Grace Trainor; and Catherine Goudswaard. Jim leaves behind many family members in Bella Bella and around B.C. He was a father to many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends of his sons.
Jim leaves behind his wife, Ruby White, and two sons, Mark and Gregory.
Memorial service will be held in Vancouver at the Aboriginal Friendship Centre on July 8, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. (1607 East Hastings Street).
