David Ellison White

​David Ellison White, 73, of Magnolia passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at ECU Duplin.  David was born February 11, 1952 in Onslow County to the late Ellison White and Akery Futrell White.
David was a devoted father and a deeply loving husband whose prescence brought strength and warmth to those he loved.  Among his greatest joys was being a grandpa-his eyes would light up around his grandchildren, and the love he gave so freely made him a cherished figure in their lives.
A proud truck driver, David spent many years behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler, traveling countless miles with dedication and pride.  But home was where his heart was, and it was there that his many talents shone.  He was a gifted carpenter with a sharp eye and steady hands, a skilled painter by trade and a man who could fix just about anything.
David had a passion for cooking, especially at his own grill.  He loved bringing people together with food and laughter.  When the work was done, you could often find him with a fishing pole in hand, finding peace and joy by the water.
David lived fully, loved deeply, and left a legacy of hard work, kindness, and unforgettable memories.  He will be deeply missed, but forever remembered.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00am Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Fellowship Church of God, 3304 US 117 hwy, Rose Hill, NC.  A visitation will be hel at 10:30am, prior to the service.  Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery.
Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife, Beverly H. White of the home; daughter, Bridgett Jones and husband Brian of Kenansville; grandchildren, Jeremy Trey Maready, Harrison Maze Jones and Ava Claire Jones; sisters, Linda Foss of Warsaw, Mary Smith of Beulaville and Doris S. Kornegay of Warsaw.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by son, David Bradley White and brothers and sisters, Otis White, Jimmy White, J. T. White, Nell Ray Hollingsworth, Pauline Sanderson, Louise Stroud and Dorothy Garner.