Randall Bruce “Randy” White, 71, of Wever, Iowa passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, after a long battle of lung cancer.
He was born on January 9, 1953, in Fort Madison, Iowa to the late Jesse “JB” and Marjorie “Colleen” White.
Randy was a Marine and served in many ports but the one he had the fondest memories in was from 1974-1977 when he was in Hawaii.
In his younger years, Randy loved the Rodeo! He received many trophies and belt buckles over the years and even qualified for the Finals at Fargo North Dakota.
He leaves his daughter: Heather Dykes and her three sons: Phillip King, Colton King and Jordan Sherman; two brothers: Richard and Russell White; niece: Elizabeth Stapp and her daughters: Samantha and Ashley as well as a great great niece: Remington; nephew: Richard Jr. and his children: Pace and Nora.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Randy was a United States Marine Corp. veteran. He spent his final years spending most of his time with his lifelong friends, the Harris family. His laugh was infectious says a member of that family. He loved Christmas, working on old hot rods and fishing on the Skunk River.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 4, 2024, at Keokuk National Cemetery with full military rites presented by the Keokuk American Legion, Post #0041.
A memorial has been established in his memory.
Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
