J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

White, Samuel H.

Monday, February 18, 2008

Samuel Hardy White, 53, of Chesterfield died on Monday, February 18, 2008. Survived by his wife of 29 years, Brenda S. White and son, Travis H. White. A brother, Fred L. White, sisters, Audrey Webb and Susan Griswold, predeceased by a sister, Jane Grutchfield. Loving family members, Anna Auxier, Alan Smith, Denise, Mike, John, Michael and Jacob Evans; Darlene, Gary, Kevin and Josh Conder; Brenda #1, Chris, Kerri, Julia and Holden White; Bryan White, Rachel and Skylar, Andrew White and Lacy, E.G. Webb, Robbie, Amie, Corey and Dylan Leonard, Virginia and David Griswold, George Grutchfield, Karen Skinner and Marvin Bourne, and Abby Miressi, plus dear friends that continue their love and support from all parts of the world. Sam was a loving and devoted husband and father who will be missed by not only his family; but all his friends and colleagues. His love of the history of the Civil War cannot even be measured. He loved what he did and he did what he loved. His memory should always be honored for the man he was and the love he gave. Sam was a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University and was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and the Central Virginia Civil War Relics Hunters Association. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for all donations to be sent to: The Travis White Educational Fund, in memory of Sam White, 6933 Commons Plaza, Suite 238, Chesterfield, VA 23832. The family will receive friends Friday the 22nd of February from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, February 23rd at 5:00 pm at the funeral home with Rev. Keith Ritchie, pastor of Highland U.M.C., Colonial Heights, officiating. Interment will be private. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Brenda and Travis,

I felt your loss, your pain, your tears, your anger, your sorrow and your depression. Sam was my buddy, my partner in crime and yes, I loved laughing at his jokes and at him in general! I remember all the times you would get so flustered with him, but it was sooo funny what he would do! When you called him "SAM WHITE" in a tone that would scare most people, I knew he'd done something wrong! But deep down, I know you laughed, too! What I loved most about Sam was his honesty about what he believed in, whether you liked it not. You have to respect that!!!

Brenda and Travis, just know that the Weedon family is there for you and it doesn't matter what time of day or night, all you have to do is call! I'll be there! My van is programmed to your house any way! You're in my prayers every night!

I love you guys so much!

Love,
Alice, Jerome, Joshua and Katelyn

Posted by: Jerome, Alice, Joshua and Katelyn Weedon at March 11, 2008 09:44 AM

Brenda and Travis....Although it has been awhile since we were actively involved, I have so many wonderful memories of your family and mine, together....enjoying so many good times! Sam's humor was infectious! Brenda, you guys meant the world to me......remember the rummage sales? The craft shows? The times at Lake Gaston? Our years at Ecoff? Our yearly Christmas parties at the "White House"? Our New Years's parties @ "the Williams"? The cookouts, the block parties, our "Bahama Trip", and on and on? My heart goes out to you......so many were meaningful to Sam.....so many saw him as a genuine friend! He is missed...he was loved......he was "our Sam." Karen Williams

Posted by: Karen Williams at February 25, 2008 12:17 AM

Dear Family Of Sam.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Sam. I have spoke with Him on several occasions, and purchased several items from Him, so it was a real honor to finally meet him at the November 2005 Richmond show. I always enjoyed speaking to Him and I will certainly miss Him. I pray that Our loving God will ease your pain. May Your family be blessed and comforted during this very painful time.
Jay Raulerson
Macclenny, Florida

Posted by: Jay Raulerson at February 23, 2008 08:56 PM

To the Family of Sam White:

Please accept my deepest sympathy with the untimely passing of Sam.

News travels far..as I address you from California. I had the honor of collecting items from Sam over the past few years and with having been welcomed in a friendly manner in all instances, I hold nothing but the highest regards for your Husband, Father, Brother, ... .

Sincerely,
Stephen McWhorter

Posted by: Stephen McWhorter at February 23, 2008 12:03 AM

Sam added so much to the hobby I love. Thank you. God bless his family in these times.

For death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity.
William Penn.

Posted by: Jonathan J. Anderson at February 22, 2008 06:56 PM

Dear Mrs. White, Travis, and the whole White family,

I live in Pennsylvania and have had the extreme pleasure of knowing Sam for about five years now and always looked forward to seeing him at Civil War relic shows. It was always a pleasure to spend time talking to him about the things he loved and gain from his knowledge. I would like to extend all of you my deepest sympathies and offer the assurance that Sam and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a good man and will be sadly missed. May God grant all of you peace in this most trying of times.

Sincerely,
Glenn Spickler

Posted by: Glenn Spickler at February 22, 2008 05:31 PM

Brenda,
We had such good times. The memories will live forever of the great friends you and Sam were. I'm sorry I'm so far away and will not be able to be there. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, always. Sam was truly one of the good people in this slowly deteriorating world and he will be missed, but never forgotten.
Looking forward to seeing you this summer.
Darrel, Janet and Nicole
From sunny Tampa, FL

Posted by: Janet M. Kandil at February 22, 2008 04:52 PM

Brenda, I drove from Pennsylvania quite a few times to enjoy Sams infectious smile and laughter while wandering around in the woods relic hunting.He was a wonderful fellow enthusiast and I will miss him greatly.My family sends our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Tom & Paula Fultz
Pennsylvania

Posted by: Thomas Fultz at February 22, 2008 03:41 PM

Sam White was an honest and ethical man that assisted in the preservation of Civil War history, and was a respected seller of period militaria. I had the good fortune to buy and sell with Sam, and I feel richer for the experience. My heartfelt condolences go out to Sam's wife and son, and all of his family. May God Bless and keep you during this trying time. Many, many people have you in their prayers.

Posted by: Frank "Ric Savage" Huguelet at February 22, 2008 03:41 PM

We go back many years when we did craftshows with Brenda and Sam..We are so sorry to hear about Sam..Our Prayers and Blessings go to his family.
Nick & Arlene Masters

Posted by: Nick & Arlene Masters at February 22, 2008 02:10 PM

Dear Brenda & Travis,

We share many great memories of soccer and get togethers. We all loved Sam. You have been so supportive of my family since Andrew's death. We want you to know that we're here for you!

I'm sure that Sam and Andrew are together now plotting some silly practical joke for us all to enjoy.

Love,
Vickie Eric, & Lauren

Posted by: Vickie Clarke at February 22, 2008 01:34 PM

Dear Family of Sam White,
I knew Sam just from him coming up to the Ohio relic show in Mansfield every May. Sam was always great to talk to. He was an expert in the field. My wife and I will always cherish the times we spoke with him. Our Prayers are with all of you. May God's peace be with you. ---- Steve and Bernadette Stanislav, Poland, Ohio

Posted by: Steve Stanislav at February 22, 2008 10:43 AM

I have known Sam for along time. His love for history was inspiring to me and if i ever had a question he went out of his way to answer it. He was a perfect southern gentleman in every sense of the word.

Over the years i have bought lots of items from him and now it will make them more speacial as when i see them i will remember him and what he meant to our hobby.

Sam you were truly one of the good guys

Posted by: Lee Parsons at February 22, 2008 10:31 AM

Brenda,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I want you to know that you, Travis, and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know the love and support that surrounds you will help to carry you through. Please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do to help.
With deepest sympathy,
Ruth

Posted by: Ruth Burks at February 22, 2008 09:56 AM

I knew who Sam was through my employment at The Horse Soldier, Thomas Publications and helping to run the Fall Gettysburg Civil War Show. Sam knew who I was by sight but I do not think he knew me by name. However, everytime Sam saw me he would smile and say hello. Sometimes we would even chat for a bit before going our separate ways. He struck me as a friendly person who was always happy. I am deeply saddened by his death and I hope The Good Lord will gather his family, friends and associates into His loving arms and comfort them in this sad time. I will remember all of you in my prayers.
Andy De Cusati

Posted by: Andy De Cusati at February 22, 2008 08:40 AM

Brenda and Travis, My heart goes out to you for your tragic loss. You both, as well as your entire family, are in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather, Zach, Keegan and Lottie

Posted by: Heather White at February 21, 2008 11:14 PM

Dear Brenda and Travis,
We were so very saddened to hear of the loss of your husband/father. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time and hope that this poem might give you some measure of comfort.
Sincerely,
Betty, Bobby, and Kristen Bowden
Pinewood Acres, Lake Gaston

When We Ask Why?

God’s beautiful plan
Is sometimes concealed,
But someday His purpose
Will be fully revealed.

Someday God’s wisdom
Will make it very plain
Why problems were permitted
And how He uses pain.

Things thought illogical—
Disease, tragedy, fear—
Will someday make sense
When God makes all things clear.

We’ll see the Lord’s purpose
From Heaven’s point of view,
And we will understand
In ways we never knew.

Till we are home with God
Some answers have to wait.
“Lord, we’ll TRUST AND OBEY.
Lord, help us walk by faith.”

Perry Tanksley

Posted by: Betty, Bobby, and Kristen Bowden at February 21, 2008 08:21 PM

To the family of Sammy White:

I was so saddened to hear about Sammy, I couldn't believe it when I read it. I went to Petersburg High School with Sammy. My only regret is not knowing Sammy after then.

I'm sure Sammy was a great father and husband, I will keep you all in my prayers.

Cathy Collins Jones

Posted by: Cathy Collins Jones at February 21, 2008 07:40 PM