Willard Orville White

Willard Orville White, 75, of Crab Orchard, WV. Passed away peacefully of June 6, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born March 4, 1950, Orville had a great love for his God, country and family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He was of a strong Christian faith and spent many years preaching the gospel and sharing the word of god. He was also a retired coal miner with many years experience, and he had a love for building and driving fast cars. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 55 years, Mary White of Crab Orchard, WV. Daughters: Sheila Gunnoe (Russell) of Dry Creek, WV; April Owens of Hickory N.C.; and Valerie Blaylock (Paul) of Dry Creek, WV.; 8 Grandchildren, Tiffany, Kaitlyn, Megan, Anyssa, Joshua, Jacob, Jase and Melony; and 9 Great Grandchildren, Kenzington, Paxton, Waylon, Jeremiah, Joshua, Sadie, Colton, Sawyer and Saelem; special nieces, Amy Bailey and Sherry Harvey; and his best friends, Ralph Bell and Gene Perdue. In keeping with the family’s wishes, a private memorial service will be held.

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