David H. White, 80, of Hettinger, ND passed away on August 10, 2009 at home, after a lengthy illness, with his family at his side.


Dave was born on October 27, 1928 in Hettinger, ND to Samuel and Christina White. He attended school in Hettinger, graduating from Hettinger High School in 1946. Shortly thereafter, he enlisted with the United States Army National Guard. In 1951, he was called to active duty and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his discharge, he worked with his family at S.C. White Hardware. On September 4, 1954 he was united in marriage to Christ Cretsinger. To this union three children were born: Kathy, Nancy, and John.


Dave is survived by his wife Chris, Hettinger, ND; daughter Kathy and her husband Dr. Dale Hogen and grandson Tyler Hogen, Newell, SD; daughter Nancy, Rapid City, SD; and son John, Hettinger, ND. He is also survived by his sister, Virginia Muggerud, Hettinger, ND and numerous nieces and nephews.


Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Christina; and his brothers, Clifford Clarence White and Frederick Samuel White.


Dave will be laid to rest at the Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD. A private graveside family memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2009.


A memorial has been established.