Gloria White's Obituary
R E F L E C T I O N S On May 25, 2011, God looked down and decided to bring home a “Special” soul. Mrs. White was a quiet, gentle one, born to the late Katie Arbuckle and Cherry Smith of Dallas, Texas. Mrs. White was a devoted Christian whose faith was anchored daily in her personal walk with God. She instilled in her children the principles of Christianity and the importance of fellowship. She was baptized early in life and was active in her church at a very young age. A resident of the Hamilton Park community for 50 years, Mrs. White of First Baptist Church of Hamilton Park served in the Mass Choir and mission. She had a beautiful voice, loved to sing and enjoyed music. She was a faithful believer in Jesus Christ our Lord. As a child, Mrs. White was very outgoing and full of life. She learned early that life is full of possibilities and believed that education was a foundation to success. She was an avid reader, a follower of ancient and modern day history, and a lifelong learner. Her life demonstrated that it’s never too late to try something new. She was a giving person, always helping others when in need. When the chips were down Mrs. White always knew what to say, what to do and how to do it in the midst of it all. Her love was deep and immeasurable. When you threw up both hands, Mrs. White was there to give you one. Although she had many passions, i.e., cooking, traveling, and shopping, her greatest joy was her children. “Family” was extremely important to her. She encouraged her children to be the best in their chosen profession, starting with a good education and continuing in life with a sense of responsibility. Mrs. White always supported and encouraged her children’s dreams and ambition. She would reiterate “the sky is the limit and the only limitations you have in life are the ones’ that you place on yourself” Mrs. White graduated from Lincoln High School in Dallas, Texas. She continued her education while working and becoming active in civic activities. She served on the Dallas City Fund Solicitation Board for several years and was an active member of Women for Change. As a charter member of the Women’s Southwest Federal Credit Union, she helped support women’s financial independence by allowing them to establish credit without the signature of their spouse. She believed in independence for women and minorities and was a supporter of civil rights. Mrs. White was inducted into the Women in Military museum in Washington, DC and is a charter member of “We Also Served” for her volunteerism and engagement with the USO during World War II. She was passionate about issues that impacted children and animals. She’s a lifelong contributor to organizations such as the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, ASPCA, The National Wildlife Federation, Boys Town, and St.Labre Indian School. She generously donated to other organizations supporting the homeless, specific diseases and veterans. Her loving husband of 45 years, Julius C. White, her daughter Patsy Jean Wilkerson and son Alan Ray Wilkerson, her parents, her brothers Manual Printers, Jr., Vonda Ray Printers, and Hubert Earle Printers preceded her in death. She leaves to cherish her memories three daughters: Gail L. White, Germaine White, Patricia Ann Robinson (Richard) and one son Alvonda Ray White (Sonya), grandchildren Kathy Robinson, Alvonda Ray White Jr, Jasmin and Trishton Robinson, along with a host of relatives, extended family and friends. Mrs. White was stellar in her many roles – mother, wife, daughter, granddaughter, aunt, sister-in-law, grandmother, and indeed a devoted friend. She will truly be missed by many friends and loved ones and will forever remain in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in the name of GLORIA WHITE to the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (214.559.7650) and/or the SPCA of Texas (214.461.1831) will honor her legacy of giving.
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