In memory of

Ted Rial White

Apr 1, 1929
Feb 1, 2018

Obituary

Ted Rial White (88) of Jefferson, Oregon passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday February 1st, 2018. Ted was born in Tucson, Arizona to Robin A. White and Florence L. (Bixler) White on April 1st, 1929. At a young age, his family moved to Brooks, Oregon where his dad (and a partner) ran a grocery store/gas station for many years. It was there that he attended grade school and then graduated from Salem High in May of 1947. He joined the Marine Corp in December of the same year. He served during the Korean War in the 5th Regiment, 1st Marine Division. He was in the Regimental Communication Section as a Wire Chief and Staff Sergeant. Ted married Joyce (Larsen) White on July 15th, 1950 in Idaho while on leave from the Marines. Ted was honorably discharged from active duty in March 1952 and joined the Salem Marine Corp Reserve when he returned home. He retired from the Marine Corp in June of 1969 as a Master/1st Sergeant E8.

After returning home, Ted became an apprentice for Salem Equipment and Supplies where he learned his craft as a machinist. He then worked at Oregon Metallurgical Corp. (Oremet), where he retired as superintendent of the machine shop in 1990 after 34 years.

He was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1960, along with his 9-year-old son Steven. He was an active member of the church and served in various callings such as Bishop of the Turner Ward and Scout Master. Ted and Joyce served an LDS mission in London, England from February 1993 to August 1994. Much of Ted’s free time was devoted to camping, fishing, building things with his hands, and anything Boy Scout related. He helped many young men as they earned the rank of Eagle Scout.

Ted is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joyce and his son Steven (Celeste). He will also be remembered by his 9 grandchildren, Jared, Heather (Mike) Ellingson, Jennifer (Ladislao) Cibrian, Melissa (Jesse Davison), Elizabeth (Nicolas) Zuniga, Kaitlyn (Johnny) Davis, Michael, Isaac (Patricia), and Joshua along with his 16 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 12th at 11am, with a viewing starting at 10am at the LDS Church building located at 4550 Lone Oak Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302. Bishop Decker of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, will be officiating. Burial will follow the service at City View Cemetery on South Commercial St. in Salem, Oregon. Arrangements made by Johnson Funeral Home.

Memorials or donations may be given to LDS Humanitarian Services or the or Boy Scouts of America.

https://www.ldsphilanthropies.org/humanitarian-services
https://donations.scouting.org/#/national/ways-to-give

Service Information

Viewing
Monday, February 12, 2018 @ 10am
Salem LDS Lone Oak Stake Center
4550 Lone Oak Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302

Funeral Service
Monday, February 12, 2018 @ 11am
Salem LDS Lone Oak Stake Center
4550 Lone Oak Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302

Interment with Military Honors
Monday, February 12, 2018 @ 1pm
City View Cemetery
390 Hoyt St S, Salem, OR 97302

 

Messages of Sympathy

  1. Carlos and Monica Uruchurtu says:

    Dear Joyce , Steve andfamily

    Your family came to my thoughts yesterday and used google to find you, dindin that our dear Ted passed away.

    Our deepest condolences, we will keep Ted, Joyce and the whole family in our prayers

    RIP.

  2. Angie Rosenkrance says:

    I moved in when uncle Ted and aunt Joyes when I was 15 and stayed with them until I graduated in 1984. It was a blessing to stay with both of you. Uncle Ted you will be missedThank you for opening up your home to me.

  3. Angie Rosenkrance says:

    I moved in with aunt Joyes and uncle Ted when I was 15 And stayed until I graduated in 1984.It was a blessing to stay with both of you. Uncle Ted you will be missedThank you for opening your home to me.

  4. Angie Rosenkrance says:

    I moved in with my uncle Ted and aunt Joyes when I was 15 years old I live with them until I graduated in 1984.It was a blessing To live with them for three years. uncle Ted you will be missed you were a very nice guy thank you for opening your home to.

  5. Chris Garrett says:

    Bishop White did so much all of us young men. He was a gentle, soft spoken man who showed us the joys of life outdoors via the Scouting program. He was so patient and never seemed to get terribly upset or rattled. I will miss him greatly but know that he's doing an important work now, no doubt Scouting in heaven for the Lord.

  6. Daniel Lounsbury says:

    Ted was my scoutmaster and then my bishop. He and Joyce made a great team. He was very dedicated to his callings. One of the most indelible memories of my scouting experience was the 50 miler that he led our rag tag troop on. When I look back at how out of shape number of the boys were and how crummy out backpacks and footwear was it was a miracle we finished. He kept up with the boys who were running ahead and climbing trees and playing pranks while herding up the stragglers from the rear. I have been a scout leader and have been involved with the Boy Scouts now for about 30 years but I have never taken any of my groups on a 50 miler. I am thinking it is time to do so in honor of Bishop and scoutmaster Ted White.

  7. Slade says:

    "If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven's scenes; They will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines."

    One of the best men I have known . . .

    Ted White was my bishop when I was a child, my Scoutmaster in my teen years, and a beloved mentor and friend always.

    Much love to Joyce and the family at this time.

  8. Johnson Funeral Home Staff says:

    Brother White's legacy of faith and service has left an imprint on so many. We are grateful for his service to his country and to his community. May all of his family be blessed with peace and comfort. Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home.

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