Maurice White 1967-2020

Mr. White was born Sept. 25, 1967, in Youngstown, a son of John Lynn and Betty J. White.

He was a graduate of South High School and also ITT Technical School. He had been employed by Goldstein’s Furniture working in the warehouse. He loved carpentry and loved volunteering any time and any place. Wherever there was a need he met that need. If someone needed shoes, he got them shoes; if someone needed food, he got them food.

He leaves to mourn his memories, his siblings, Gayle Fordham of Youngstown and Tracey Dotson of Columbus; two friends who were reared with him who were like sisters, Carmela Tucker of Youngstown and Pam White of Atlanta, Ga.; a nephew whom he helped rear, Jawone White and an aunt, Dorothy White, both of Youngstown; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Haynes and stepfather, Eugene Haynes; a sister, Sherry “Nadine” White; and his best friend, Kenneth Helgren.

Friends may call 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2020, at L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.

Private services will be held for the family.

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