David Francis White

January 21, 1951 - July 17, 2011

David Francis White Our beloved David White, only 60 of Tequesta, FL passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. We are shocked and saddened at our loss, but know he is with the Lord. He was born January 21, 1951 in New London, CT to the late Harry J. and Virginia R. White. As a child he learned many practical “how to” jobs from his father. And when his dyslexia was diagnosed in high school, his mother fought the school board and he had fabulous tutors, graduating from East Lyme High School, CT. Turning down a scholarship for visual arts, he trained as a welder at Electric Boat in Groton, CT. He taught himself auto body/painting for cars, held carpentry jobs and would later repair/restore antiques. Moving to Florida in 1989, to be near his wife's family, they acquired numerous rental properties and he used his many trades and talents to make those properties succeed. He was very creative and practical in invention; i.e., erecting circular stairs, and had started back in oil painting again, this time Florida landscapes. His hobbies varied as he enjoyed chess, played pool, listened to his new iPod, and exercised with judo; kicking a bag and spinning the sticks. But his search for God was beautifully met as he studied the Bible on tape and television. He shared his Christian values as a friend and landlord. He was always ready and often dropped everything to help a neighbor or friend. Most of all, he enjoyed cooking for parties large or small, and sharing the camaraderie of breaking bread together with family and friends. His Irish wit allowed for lively discussions of current events and philosophy. And he found joy daily in simple things with Debbie, like sunset watching , walking his dog, Cola., and living with two cats. With his wife they lovingly cared for her folks as they aged in illness, especially her mother who suffered with Alzheimer's six years at home with them until Mother's passing May 29,2011. Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years, Deborah White; sister, Mary (Russell) Collins; brothers, Harry R. White and Albert L. (Elizabeth) White; his best man, Paolo (Patty) Cavaliere and cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM, Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be celebrated at 2:00 PM, Thursday, July 28, 2011 at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 400 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL. Inurnment will follow at Riverside Memorial Park, Tequesta, FL. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name may be made to Church of the Good Shepherd, 400 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL 33469, The Childrens Home Society, 3333 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 or to Safe Harbour, P.O. Box 1843, Jupiter, FL 33468. For directions & online condolences, please visit www.taylorandmodeen.com. Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home Family Owned & Operated 561-744-2030