In Loving Memory

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Sallie Mae White Proverb 31:31- "Honor her for all that her hands have done , and let her works bring her praise at the city gate."

June 24, 1938 — October 9, 2026

Sallie Mae White, a cherished matriarch and esteemed friend, passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born June 24, 1938, in Cameron, Texas, she lived 88 years, known for her love, kindness, and devotion to others. On May 2, 1958, Sallie Mae married MC White of Minerva, Sallie graduated from O.J. Thomas in 1956. She later served the Rockdale Independent School District as a bus driver and retired after a dedicated career. Sallie was the daughter of M.K. Keith and Lelia Bell Campbell. She was preceded in death by her husband, MC White; son, Garry(Misty); parents; her stepmother, Orlean Keith; and five siblings—three sisters and two brothers. Her devoted family, including her three daughters, is entrusted with her legacy: Theresa White of Cypress, Texas; Angela White of Rockdale, Texas; and Wanda White of Rockdale, Texas. She was the proud grandmother of Kolby (Erica) White of Austin, Texas, and Kortlin (Kristina) White of Keller, Texas, and the loving great-grandmother of Kalani, Kolby Jr., Sadie, Kamila, Kaelyn, and Kori. She is also survived by her sister, Dr. Kathryn Morgan of Birmingham, Alabama; her sister-in-law, Carolyn (Donald) Cooper; her brother-in-law, Roy Ross of Houston; and numerous other relatives and friends who will cherish her memory. Sallie will be remembered for her quiet kindness, generous spirit, and gentle strength. She graciously welcomed others and took pleasure in preparing special meals, caring for her yard, and watching Westerns on television. Her visits with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were especially meaningful and created lasting memories. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association or a charity of the donor’s choice in Sallie’s memory, in recognition of her lifelong generosity and kindness.
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Service Program

Service Details

October 14, 202610:00
Tuesday, October 13, from 6-8 pmPhillips & Luckey Funeral Home W. Highway 79, Rockdale, Texas

Order of Service

Processional
SelectionI'll Fly Away
Opening PrayerWard Roddam
Scriptural Reading Old TestamentDr.Kathryne Morgan
Scriptiure Reading New TestamentKaren Lowery
Obituary ReadingKathryne Roddam
SelectionPrecoius Lord
Resolutions/Remarks
EulogyPastor Petty
Recessional
Family Private Viewing
Acknowledgements

Special Thanks

The family would like to thank the staff at Baylor Scott and White, Lisa Richarson, and Sheryl Crawford.