William White, age 89, died Thursday, Dec. 12.

William served his country in the U.S. Army. A great part of his life was spent farming in Custer, MI. He kept busy working in the yard, bird watching, working jigsaw puzzles, and repairing small engines. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. His favorite remembered sayings were, “one day at a time,” and “okie dokie.” He was a parishioner of St. Therese of Lisieux in Wayland.

He is survived by his daughters Kathleen Galvan (Charles Landis) and Lori (Tammie) White; Son, William (Linda) White Jr.; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Pearl Ruba; brother, Robert White; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret White; brother, Joseph White; and sister, Velma Hopkins.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19,9 at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home, 312 N. Main St., Wayland. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at St. Therese Catholic Church 128 Cedar St., Wayland, with visitation one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of William, contributions may be made to Faith Hospice.

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