Charles "Chuck" E. White

Charles Edward “Chuck” White passed away at home Monday, April 25, 2016, in Tulsa, OK. He was 60 years old. Chuck was born in Grandview, Missouri on February 3, 1956, to Maynard Edward and Mildred (Lane) White. Chuck graduated from Heavener High School and attended Northeastern State University earning a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry in 1977. In 2002 he earned a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Southern Nazarene University. Chuck also received a Secondary Science teaching certificate and a Secondary Principal’s certificate along with completing post-graduate work in Higher Education Administration at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK. Chuck was employed as a chief polymer chemist in the rubber and plastics industry for 15 years. He left that position to become a Science teacher, an Alternative Education teacher in Broken Arrow and then the Director of Bixby Alternative Academy. Chuck's most recent position was with the Asbury-Union GED program, a joint venture between Union Public Schools and Asbury United Methodist Church. A scholarship in his name has been established by Asbury for GED students. Chuck was a truly gifted individual. As a high school student he received the prestigious honor of attending the International Science Fair for four years! During his adult life, he enjoyed teaching in classrooms and inventing new industry products. Chuck was an astounding musician who played the trumpet and enjoyed playing the guitar for his family. Chuck was also known as “Chef”. Family, friends, students, and neighbors never missed an opportunity to share his fine cuisine. He followed his father’s teachings “to give to others until it hurt and then give some more”. His sense of humor always brought smiles and laughter to everyone who knew him. Chuck said that “among the numerous patents, personal and professional accolades that I have been awarded, I cherish the time I get to spend with my family the most.” On December 16, 1978, Chuck married Marilyn Reynolds in Timmons Chapel at Pittsburg State University. Chuck was a devoted family man, a loving husband, dad and grandpa. Chuck is survived by his wife, Marilyn of the home; his son, Jason White and wife, Mercedes, of Red Oak, TX; a daughter, Lindsey White of Tulsa; grandchildren, Sean, Casey, Pyrce and Chase; and brother, Allen White and wife, Kari, of Owasso, OK. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents and brother, John White. Cards, notes and donations to the family may be sent to The White Family, Union Public Schools, c/o Union Adult Education, 8506 E. 61st St., Tulsa, OK 74133-1926.

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Charles "Chuck" E. White

February 3, 1956 - April 25, 2016