Born on December 20th 1933 in Ansted, WV, he was the son of the late Newton and Lena White.
Howard was a former Postmaster, owner of White General Merchandise and former caretaker of Lansing Cemetery. He attended Lansing Baptist Church. Throughout his life, he enjoyed woodworking, fishing and hunting. He was a 1953 graduate of Ansted High school, member of the Lions Club as well as Postmasters of America.
Howard is proceeded in death by his parents, brother in law Dennis Smith and son in law Dr. Richard Garrison.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 67 years, Harriette; daughters Melissa Minter and husband Kenneth and Margaret Grose; son Matthew White and wife Johna; grandsons David Garrison, Ben Garrison and Bryan Grose; granddaughters Rema Martinez, Dr. Catherine Velopulos and Megan Grose; sister Margie Smith; brothers Tom White and wife Martha, Doug White and Wife Theresa, and John White and wife Terry. He also leaves behind his 11 great grandchildren.
The family will have a private graveside service at Lansing Cemetery with Pastor Kenny Hayes officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Lansing Baptist Church.
For those wishing to express condolences to the White family, you may do so by visiting our website at www.doddpaynehessfuneralhome.com.
Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home will be assisting the family.
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