Vestie White
Obituary - Vestie White
Uncle Vestie White fell asleep in death Friday, March 24th at 7 p.m., following an illness of five months. He was conscious until he died and was appreciative of every little kindness shown him, although one could barely understand his words. He was 82 years of age and had lived alone for twenty-two years, as his wife preceded him in death in 1939. He is survived by three brothers, Otto, tee, and Clyde White, and two half-brothers, Novel and Ivanhoe White, and one half sister, Mrs. Chloe Garmon. Some fifteen years ago he moved to Fountain Run where a small house was built for him near the home of his brother, otto White. Since November, when he was taken ill, he had lived at his brother's home, and no one could have been kinder, more willing, more thoughtful hands to care for him. They made an effort to do everything for his comfort. Other relatives and friends aided in his care. His great love was the Church of Christ, where he was a most faithful regular attendant, and a familiar scene through the years, was Uncle Vestie sitting on the steps of the church awaiting the doors to open. He arose from his bed Christmas day and attended services, the only time in five months. Funeral services were conducted there for him Sunday afternoon by Bro. Holton ( a former pastor who was a dear friend of Uncle Vestie's). He eulogized him as a good christian gentleman, whose faithfulness brought encouragement to others. Some five years ago on his birthday his name was brought before the public when he unexpectedly received so much mail. Since that time the good people had always remembered him with cards for his birthday and on Christmas. He often told people how much he thought of them, and he in return had many friends. The large crowd that attended the funeral and the beautiful flowers attested in some degree the high esteem in which this little meek man was held. Serving as pall bearers were William Veach, Jimmy Sprowl and James, Jimmy, Billy and Roger White. Interment was at Gamaliel cemetery under direction of Hughes Funeral Home. Attending from out of town were James White and family, Floyd Davis, Misses Ruthie and Dee Tipton, Tee White, and Mr. and Mrs. William Downing, Nashville, Clyde White and Mrs. Lucian Tuttle, Westmoreland, Mrs. Pauline Veach and Mr. G. Gillespie, Louisville, Mr. Johnie White and Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Chapman and daughter, Tompkinsville, Mrs. Effie Miller Phelps and son, Mr. and Mrs. Brocket Creek, Bowling Green, Bro. and Mrs. William Howard, Monroe County, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Steen, Gamaliel. Thus has passed from our midst a kind, little, humble man, that had a pleasant word for everyone. Our sympathy is extended to the family. (Mr. and Mrs. Otto White, with tears in their eyes, are deeply appreciative of all the many kindnesses and thoughtfulnesses shown them during the illness and death of their brother. They say in time of sorrow and trouble that our little town extends hands from every direction to help. A friend in need is a friend indeed and with gratefulness in their hearts they want to thank each of you).
