William G. White Sr.

William Germelman White, Sr (Bill), 85, of Summerville, South Carolina went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, November 5, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Bill was born in Richmond, Virginia, and graduated from Varina High School where he received the nickname “Fleecy” from his fellow football teammates. A US Air Force veteran, he enlisted in the Air Force shortly after high school and also served many years in the Virginia Air National Guard. As a dedicated father he was actively involved in the lives of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Their memories are endless of his fun sayings, songs and antics! A successful businessman, Bill owned and operated Oakbrook Firestone where he greatly impacted the community with his generous support of community fundraisers and helping others with automotive needs. Bill was one of the few who quickly opened after Hurricane Hugo to help people in the community with flat tires. Bill was an active member of the SC Tire Dealers & Retreaders, holding the presidency for several years. Bill was also an active member for 28 years of the Oakbrook & Summerville Kiwanis Clubs and his passion was supporting the schools, teachers and students in the community by serving with Terrific Kids! He was a twice recipient of the Kiwanis George F. Hixson Fellowship award. An active member of Old Fort Baptist Church, he served as Deacon for many years and endeared himself to many as a new member when he volunteered to put tires on the ministry bus! His entire life was known as faithfully helping and serving others. Because of his passion for education, he was a member of Charleston Southern University’s Board of Visitors for many years, and actively supported and encouraged students. In his later years, he moved to Assisted Living at The Village in Summerville where he soon became the Honorary Mayor of the community! He loved making and painting birdhouses and they were sold with the funds going to the Chaplain Ministry to help people in need. He was never afraid of investing in others and has made a difference in so many lives. Bill was a “Friend to All”! Bill was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother. Surviving are his children, Debbie Ewers (Herbie); Cathy Holtman (John); William White (Susan). Also his grandchildren, Dwayne Ewers, Sr (Jennifer); Matthew Ewers (Joni); Brandon Hunt (Dalton); Blake Hunt (Tuesday); Mikayla White; Madelyn White; 10 great-grandchildren, and one brother, Philip White (Carol Lee), and also a special friend who was like a son, Shaun Powell (Jessica). A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 6pm - 8pm at James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 S Main St, Summerville, SC 29483. A Memorial Service celebrating the life of Bill White will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 10am at The Chapel of The Village of Summerville (Presbyterian Home), 201 W. 9th North St, Summerville, SC 29483. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in memory of Bill White to: PCSC Foundation, 2817 Ashland Rd, Columbia, SC 29210 to the “Summerville Chapel Fund”.

William G. White Sr.

July 7, 1938 - November 5, 2023