Clarence J. White, aged 83, of Orlando, Florida, was born on April 10, 1941, in River
Falls, Alabama. He passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024. He was the son of the late
George B. White and the late LouBertha White-Montgomery. Clarence was educated in
Covington County, River Falls, AL. In 1964, he moved to Hartford, Connecticut, where
he met and married the late Mary Alice White.
For 37 years, Clarence worked as a carpet installer in Connecticut and Florida, a job he
was passionate about and excelled in, earning high praise for his exceptional customer
service. After retiring with his wife in 1999, they opened FAITH LEARNING CENTER,
driven by a shared passion for making a difference in children's lives. The school taught
biblical principles alongside academic subjects, preparing students to excel in life. Many
students from the Central Florida area thrived and outperformed their peers after
attending the school. Clarence served as the school driver and cook.
Clarence was a dedicated public servant, carpet installer, and co-daycare owner. He
was deeply committed to his faith, serving as an Usher at The Hope Church until his
illness. He cherished time spent with his children, and grandchildren, and enjoyed long
conversations with his sisters and brother. Known for his sharp dress sense, complete
with bowties and hats, and his pleasant demeanor, Clarence will always be
remembered as a loving and giving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle,
godfather, and friend who deeply loved the Lord.
His survivors: 4 loving children; Sonya J. White, Clarence C. White, (Sonia)
Trelawney R. Truesdale (Marquis), and Tia E. Smith (Rickardo). 7 grandchildren:
Chaille Dennis, Jibria White, Jalen Smith, Christina White, Sarayah Smith, Jaysen
White and Jacob Smith. 1 great grandchild: Jeffery Epps Jr., 1 brother George
White(Mary), and 8 Sisters: Minnie Pearl Carter, Mary Helen Crittenden-deceased
(O.C.), Sarah McEwen (James), Rosalee Jackson (Jimmy),Eartha Willis (Ward),
Maryann Furguson (John), PatriciaAnn Davis, and Geraldine White, 1 sister-in-love:
Brenda Monroe-Fitzpatrick (deceased Willie) 3 brothers- in love: Walter E. Monroe,
Jr.(Paulette), David Monroe-deceased (Arlene), Joseph Monroe (former LaTanya), God
children: Alacia Williams, Brandie Jordan, Kerhonda Tulloch, Hailey and Brandon
Hadley, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends of Guardian Care and around the
world.