Jim White

James Jim Ralph White of Farmington passed away October 4, 2008, at his residence, at the age of 63 years. He was born April 4, 1945 in St. Francois County, son of the late Eli Stephen and Gladys (Maurice) White. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six brothers and two sisters. Jim spent most of his career as a drywall taper and finisher, was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors, and a member of the Mine La Motte Free Will Baptist Church where his extended family worshiped. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Rosemary White of Farmington, two special step-children, Janice Wooldridge of Houston, TX, and Steve (Mindy) Wooldridge of Farmington, two children, Jimmy White and Denise Pyatt, 10 grandchildren, Eric Wooldridge of Houston Tx, Randie , Colten (Bub) and Kaylee Wooldridge of Farmington, and Michael White, Colby Baker, Joshua Baker, Stephen White, Sarah White and A.J. Pyatt. Nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends also survive. Friends may call at Cozean Memorial Chapel from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Sunday October 5, 2008. Visitation will resume at 7:00 am on Monday and a funeral service at 2:30 p.m. with special person and friend, Pastor tim Reed officiating. Interment at Knob Lick Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mine La Motte Free Will Baptist Church.