It is with a deep and enduring sadness that the family announce the passing of Jim White husband, father, brother, and grandfather. With that sadness, we also acknowledge a quiet relief that he was finally given sweet release of his soul from his earthbound body. His spirit endured to the end but his body failed him a little more each day. He passed peacefully in his sleep on September 24th, 2025 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre. At the time he was cared for by the kindest and most gentle caregivers and Palliative Care Nurses on the third floor. Our deepest appreciation to those who cared for him in his last days. Thank you to the Maitland and Noel First Responders for their many trips and the VON who came to the house. Through his illness, he never complained. He always had a smile and a smart remark for all who cared for him at home or in the hospital, especially his favorite daughter- in- law, Tobi. He leaves behind his wife, Agnes of 51 years; children, Malcolm Mulligan (Debbie), Scott White (Tobi), Carla Patterson (Jeff), granddaughter, Charlie Patterson; brother, Bob White (Linda). He was predeceased by his sister, Nancy (Faulkner) Lee, and his youngest child, Jason Matthew White, age 23. A grief he carried with him till the end. Through the years he was always remembered by Jason’s girlfriend, Danielle and their large group of friends.Thank you to the Cox Family, the best neighbours. They came to his rescue many times when he got his tractor stuck. They also gave Scott permission to mow a path his Dad could use by himself at first and at the end be wheeled through. He believed he lived in the most beautiful place on earth and amongst the best people. He also had a lifelong bond with the animals that walked alongside him – his horses and his dogs. Whether working in his vegetable garden, having coffee with friends, going on trail rides with Ryley, Mary, Christie and others, or tending to his animals, he lived with a quiet pride and love for the simple but meaningful things. All friends and neighbours are welcome to join us in saying a final goodbye to Jim. A gathering will be held at 9 Church Hill, Maitland, on Saturday, October 11, from 1-3 p.m. Stop by and share a beverage and snack. This seems a very appropriate gesture as he loved his coffee group. A message of condolence for the family may be left by posting your comment as a guest in the area below.
