Mr. Albert White Jr.

Albert White Jr. affectionately known as “Junior” or “Captain” was born on October 20, 1939, to the union of the late Albert White Sr. and Everlee (Canady) White in Cleveland, Arkansas. He was the eldest of 10. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Martha White and brothers, Carthen White, Mervin White, and Werlee White. Albert departed this earthly life on March 22, 2024, at the Kansas City Hospice House, surrounded by loved ones. He was educated at the Conway County Training School in Menifee, Arkansas. Albert moved to Kansas City, MO in 1959. Albert was a faithful member of the Eastside Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Jerome Toliver. Albert was a member of the choir and was always willing to do whatever was needed. He loved his church family. Albert worked for the Clay Bailey company until 1967 when he began employment at the Continental Bakery “Wonder Bread /Hostess company until he retired after 35 years of service. Albert married Essie (Williams) White. To this union 3 children were born: LaWanda “LO”, Dion “Dee” and Aaron “AK”. He was a dedicated husband and father. He cherished the time spent with his family. He was a kind and loving person, he never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved watching sports, especially the KC Chiefs! His games of choice... Domino’s and bowling. Albert enjoyed traveling and returning to Arkansas to spend time with family and friends. He also “Loved “gospel music, quartet harmony was his favorite. After retirement, he had numerous jobs, but the most important one was chauffeuring his granddaughter, Shayla and her friends to basketball practice and games. He was her number 1 Fan! He never missed a game! In 2015, the Raytown Blue Jays girls’ basketball team and coaches presented him with a Varsity Letter “R” He also was the team “Papa”. On any given day you could drive by the house and find Albert on the front porch. There, he would be laughing and talking with neighbors, family and friends. He leaves to cherish his memory, wife Essie White of KCMO; sons, Dion and Aaron of KCMO; daughter, LaWanda of Houston, TX; granddaughter Shayla (Dormic), and great-grandson Derius all of Houston, TX. Brother Carlton (Sheila) White; sisters: Alberta Harvey, Gola Byers, and Gwendolyn Hemingway of KCMO; sister, Marcelle Toney of Commerce Township, MI; uncle, Sam Rainey of KCMO; sister-in-laws, Mary White of Cleveland, AR, Eva Thomas, Marie Warren, and Ethel Williams of KCMO; brother-in-law John (Lorene) Williams of Plain Dealing, LA and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Three special daughters, Debra Jenkins, Dedra Raglon, and Karen A visitation will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Lawrence A. Jones & Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, 2:00pm at Memorial Church International. Interment Brooking Cemetery. Visitation will from 1pm-2pm at the church. Service Conducted by Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be shared on our website.

Mr. Albert White Jr.

October 20, 1939 - March 22, 2024