Stephen E. “Whitey” White, 69, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away at his home on November 6, 2022. The son of the late Harold Edward White and Catherine W. (Doray) Amiss, Steve was born on July 11, 1953, in Syracuse, New York.
During Steve’s junior year of high school, the family moved from New York to North Manchester. He graduated from Manchester High School a year later in 1971. Three years after that he married Vicky Steele on September 7, 1974, and they were blessed with two daughters, Amanda and Carrie. Steve worked hard to provide the best life for his wife and daughters. During the glory days of his career, Steve was a bull (cattle) hauler. He later drove truck for W&W Concrete, and he ended his trucking career in 2018 after driving for Swihart Trucking. In his downtime, Steve enjoyed attending bull hauler reunions, hanging out with friends, and telling stories about the good old days. He delighted in going out on the water with friends fishing the day away and spending time at the Moose Lodge 1518 of North Manchester.
Steve was the perfect blend of fiery and tender. He wanted the absolute best for his children and grandchildren and supported them all in their many activities. Steve loved attending each of their events, and even when he wasn’t feeling the best and it was difficult for him to get around, he remained present for them. A great cook in his own right, Steve loved hosting family for fish frys and his famous spaghetti and meatballs. Family and faith were paramount to Steve.
Steve found peace, love, and comfort in his Lord Jesus Christ. A member of the North Manchester First Brethren Church, he was involved in men’s Bible study, Sunday school, and cooking Easter breakfast. Steve could often be found at the kitchen table reading his daily devotions, setting a quiet example for his family.
The loving memory of Steve White will be forever cherished by his wife, Vicky White, North Manchester; daughters, Amanda (Steve Jr.) Sulkey and Carrie (Ben) Vineyard, both of North Manchester; brothers, Jeffrey (Laura) White, Nashville, Tennessee, William “Bill” White, North Manchester and Peter (Garey Sabatino) Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; sister, Pamela (Barbara Noel) White, Rhinebeck, New York; and grandchildren, Darson Bradley, Presley Bradley, Coleman Sulkey, Kaitlyn Sulkey, Owen Vineyard, and Aria Vineyard. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Harold Edward White, and his mother and stepfather, Catherine and Charles R. “Bob” Amiss.
Family and friends may call Friday, November 11, 2022, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at North Manchester First Brethren Church, 407 North Sycamore Street, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Kurt Stout officiating.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Steve White, memorial contributions may be made to the Manchester High School Athletic Department, 1 Squire Drive, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 or the North Manchester First Brethren Church, 407 North Sycamore Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.
The family of Steve White has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com