William “Gerry” White
1940-2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of
William Gerald White, age 81, of Little River, NB. Gerry passed away
peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Friday, December
31, 2021. Born in Digby, NS, he was the son of the late William John
and Florence (Benjamin) White.
He was predeceased by his very special friend Susan Bell; a
sister Sheila Darrah, brother-in-law Patrick Darrah and nephew Jamie
White of Prince Rupert, BC. He was a devoted father, a loving
grandfather, a caring brother, a super cool uncle and a kind friend to
all those who had the honor of knowing him.
He is survived and will be dearly missed by his
three children: Wendy White, Kathy White, Douglas White (Donna);
beloved grandson Christopher – The Corporal; brothers Michael (Brenda)
of Moncton; Jimmy (Christine) of Prince Rupert, BC and nieces; Caitin
(Katie) of Moncton, Andrea of Kelowna other nieces and nephews and
Great niece Bianca and Great nephew Jake of Prince Rupert,
BC.
A special heartfelt thank you to Gwen Duggan who assisted
with his care during his illness at home, as Gerry would refer to her
as “His Nurse”.
Gerry began his career in Television and
Broadcasting in 1954 when television came to Moncton, known as CKCW
and retired with ATV. After his retirement he continued to
work for many years with the television production of the Annual IWK
Telethon for Children in which he took great pleasure in participating
with.
On November 30, 2009, Gerry was recognized into the
“Half Century Club” with affection and gratitude over a span
of at least 50 years, devoting talent and energy to the highest
quality from the Canadian Association of Broadcasters,
(CAB).
Gerry loved his home in Little River, especially sitting by a
campfire with his family and friends enjoying a nice cold beer and
telling his “bull crap stories”as he would say.
He had a great love for nature, the wilderness, hiking, fishing,
snowmobiling, ATV adventures and sitting on the riverbank down at the
“Old Homestead”. He also took great pleasure on his
overnight ATV runs with the “Slow
Pokes”.
Gerry always looked forward to his many trips out to Prince
Rupert, BC to visit his younger brother, Jimmy along with his family.
He also shared a sincere passion and respect for the Indigenous
Community and their Culture in the North West of
Canada.
In keeping with Gerry’s wishes, a family gathering
with special friends will take place at a later date in a celebration
of his life – “Irish Style”!
As one of Gerry’s childhood friends said “He
was Taller than he was Tall”. How true!
We will miss you “Yo Bear”! Rest in peace Dad,
Gerry and as you would always say “Let the Spirits Guide
You”. “Just another trip around the sun – God
Bless you all.”
The family would also like to sincerely thank all the Extra
Mural Care staff of the Driscoll Unit for their compassion and
expertise in the medical care for Gerry.
In memory of Gerry, donations in his name can be made to The
Canadian Wildlife Federation or Ducks Unlimited Canada, both of whom
he supported for many years.
Arrangements are in the care of Salisbury Funeral Home
(506-372-4800).
www.keirsteads.ca
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of William Gerry White 19402021..
Death notice for the town of: Salisbury, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick