Jerry Wayne White

February 3, 1952 - August 5, 2020

Jerry Wayne White, of Edwardsville, IL, was born February 3, 1952, passed away with his loving wife, Elaine and daughters, Dannielle and Lyndsey (Timothy) Shaffer by his side on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, after a brief, but courageous fight with cancer. Jerry was born in Alton, IL, to father, James White and mother, Annie June (Strader) White, who he now gets to be with again along with other family and friends. Jerry leaves behind three granddaughters, Ella, Kerilyn, and Lucy; sister, Carolyn (Ron) Nemeth; brother, Louis (Shirley) White; several nieces and nephews; loving cousins; and the best group of friends anyone could ask for. Jerry spent his time playing softball, bowling, racing, hunting, and helping anyone who needed it. He loved spending the fall and winter seasons hunting up at the river house and farm. Summer was spent at Busch Stadium rooting on his favorite Cardinals or at the dirt track watching the cars turn left. But his free time was always spent helping any of his girls with anything that they needed. He truly was the best father his girls could ask for. After graduating from Edwardsville High School, he served his country with the United Stated Marine Corps, serving time during Vietnam. He worked many years as a truck driver for LAMI Wood Products and retired with Illinois Electric two years ago. Jerry was a member of the Edwardsville Moose Lodge and the American Legion Post helping several loved ones celebrate weddings, charity events, and more. A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville. An informal time of sharing will immediately follow at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Siteman Cancer Center or BJC Hospice.