Birth date: Mar 26, 1948 Death date: May 13, 2026
Larry Vance White, 78, of Madison Heights, Michigan, passed into his eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family on May 13, 2026. Born on March 26, 1948, at Lewiston Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois; he is survived by Read Obituary
Larry, my bonus grandpa. You will be missed sir. We will meet again, someday, somewhere. 🥹❤️
Dear Dad,
There are some people who leave footprints in this world, and then there are people like you, who become the foundation beneath the people they love. You were our family man, our protector, our pillar of strength. You carried so much on your shoulders and somehow still made room for everyone else. You loved deeply, completely, and without hesitation.
You were our warrior. Not because you never struggled, but because you kept showing up. You fought for your family, stood beside us through hard times, and gave us a sense of safety that words can hardly describe. You taught us what strength looked like—not just through hard work and determination, but through loyalty, sacrifice, and love, especially near the end. We were all so grateful to bring you home and care for you with so much love ❤️.
Life already feels different without you here. There are moments I still want to pick up the phone and hear your voice, tell you something funny, listen to your daily jokes ask your advice, or just sit with you. Your absence already feels so heavy, but we still feel you beside us in the lessons you taught, the memories you gave us, and the love you planted in our hearts.
You loved us in a way that never needed proving. We knew it in your actions, in your protection, in your quiet strength, and in the way family always came first. That love didn’t leave when you did. It remains woven into who we are.
I hope Heaven is full of peace and light. I hope you know how deeply you are missed and how often your name is spoken with love. We carry you with us every day. Your strength still guides us, your values still shape us, and your love still surrounds us.
Thank you for being our rock, our warrior, and our dad.
Until we meet again,
With all my love,
Maria Jeff Christa & Kyle ❤️
Uncle Larry, aka Excuse Me. You’re consistent & strong. Any smart person knows not to mess with those you love.
Never a question of “who’s got your back”.
Your deep & strong laugh, plays through my head. Even with your own family & grands, you would still ask how we were doing. Thank you for caring & loving us.
I am so sorry to hear about Larry. Hazel Park was a small community. We all knew just about everyone growing up. I lived on the corner of Pearl and Hughes. I remember his smiling face and cute personality. I was a little older, but he made a sweet impression, always. Condolences to all the family and friends.
Larry was my neighbor when we were kids. He was a couple of years older than me but, sometimes, he would take me out cruising/racing on Woodward Ave. in his 'yellow '65 GTO. I had a blast on those warm summer days with my big buddy. I went into the military in 1970 and, though, we never saw each other much after that, I'll always think of Larry and the rest of the family...Mr. and Mrs White (Chester and Jewel) Jeanine, Carol Gay, Kenny, Noah, and John as a huge and vivid part of my own childhood. RIP Larry
I will always remember Larry as someone who brought so much light and warmth into every room he walked into. He had such an incredible spirit—always smiling, always laughing, and always ready with a joke that could turn even the toughest day around. His sense of humor was truly special, the kind that made people feel at ease and reminded everyone not to take life too seriously.
But what really made Larry stand out was his kindness. He was the kind of person who genuinely cared about others, who took the time to listen, encourage, and support in ways that meant so much. You could always count on him not just for a laugh, but for wisdom too. He had a way of sharing life lessons that felt natural and sincere—often wrapped in humor, but always thoughtful and meaningful. What he said stayed with you.
Larry had a gift for making people feel seen and valued. Whether you had known him for years or had just met him, he made you feel like you mattered. His presence brought comfort, his laughter brought joy, and his words often brought perspective when it was needed most.
He truly lived a life full of heart, humor, and compassion. The memories he leaves behind are filled with smiles, laughter, and a deep sense of appreciation for the kind of person he was. He showed us all the importance of kindness, the power of a good laugh, and the value of sharing wisdom with others.
He will be deeply missed by so many, but his spirit will live on in the countless lives he touched. I feel grateful to have known Larry and to carry those memories of his laughter, his kindness, and his light with me always.
Holly Krstich
My father was the most caring Pops ever. He always loved us so completely and made sure we were safe and happy. I'm going to miss hearing his voice as we talked, his, "Hey kid, how's my baby doing?" He would just make sure all was good and I was doing okay. He'd move heaven and earth to help us if we needed it. I'm going to miss smelling like him after his great bear hugs. He was the best girl daddy, and I am devastated to not have him here with me anymore.
