Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Beloved father of the late Ryan Robert White; loving companion of Becky Woodside; adoring son of the late Myron and Gail White; cherished brother of Paul White, Daniel (Darlene) White and Peggy (Chris) Callow. Our dearest stepfather, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Ben White passed away on October 1st, 2024, at the age of forty-seven. Ben was deeply loved and he left behind a hole in our hearts. He was passionate about outdoor adventures and spending time with his loved ones. Ben was our rock, he was always reliable and selfless. He excelled at everything he tried, from construction work to firing a kiln. He helped his little sister move multiple times with no complaints and was her designated driver on her 21st birthday. Ben followed in the footsteps of his brothers Dan and Paul by joining the United States Marine Corp from 1996 to 2000. Ben created an amazing family with Becky, and her daughters Kendra and Jenna in 2019.
Ben became a father to Ryan on October 4th, 2004. He was an amazing, devoted father. Ryan was tragically killed by a wrong way driver on April 24th, 2024. Ben lost his battle with his darkness on October 1st, 2024 and left us to be with Ryan. Ryan was Ben’s whole heart.
Words will never be enough to describe who Ben was and how much he was loved.
Thank you Ben, for what you’ve given
No one could ask for more
May you rest with God in Heaven
From now through evermore
Semper Fi…Always Faithful
Memorial visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Friday, October 18 from 9:00 am. until Memorial Service time at 1:00 pm. Inurnment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to the Gary Sinise Foundation https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/home or American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/ appreciated.
My deepest sympathy to your entire family. May the memories of Ben sustain you through the pain of losing him. Many prayers and may he rest in peace.
Love from TN.
I have known Ben for over 20yrs, he was a good man and a Great Father. He was Loved and Respected by all who knew him. Rest in Peace Brother, Till We Meet Again. PS Give Ryan a Big Hug from me.
Be at peace dear brother.
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Bens Family and Friends. It breaks our hearts to hear of Bens passing. May he be at peace with Ryan.
Deepest sympathy’s to Ben’s Family and Friends. I had the pleasure of working with Ben and will always remember our projects together. Great guy, Rest In Peace Ben
My condolences to Becky and family as well as Ben’s family. I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Ben for 21 years and know he was a wonderful dad to Ryan and they loved each other dearly. He will be sorely missed by all of us. We are very sad but know he is with Ryan in heaven and I am sure Gail is giving them both a hug. RIP
So sorry for you loss