Theresa Van Goethem Feb 15, 2025

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Murel and family …. Your love was so deep and strong! A love and devotion admired by all who knew you. We loved knowing Gordon and listening to his stories. Such a legacy he has left. Thank you for sharing Gordon with each of us. Much love and many prayers, Theresa

Ed Downey Feb 15, 2025

Coworker ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Gordon hired me out of Kansas State in 1993. I worked at Capital Electric and admired the way he treated employees. When I decided to move on to something new after 6 1/2 years I went to see Gordon and he handed me an extra weeks pay and told me that I worked hard and he was sorry to see me go but happy for me. After 16 years I returned to Capital Electric as President and Gordon made sure to congratulate me. Gordon was an inspiration to many people at Capital Electric and especially myself to model how he inspired and treated people on a daily basis. I cannot say enough good things about the man and the legacy he has left us all with.

Lisa (Cowan) Jacob Feb 16, 2025

Church ,St. Loius ,Missouri

I’m so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of mourning. Sincerely, Lisa (Cowan) Jacob

Steven Fearing Feb 17, 2025

cousin ,AUSTIN ,Texas

His Bible and bolo are forever etched in my memory. I honor the life of my cousin Gordon. He was a faithful servant in so many ways. A good man. A noble man of God. I send my condolences and comfort to Murle and all of the White family. I love them all so much. Gordon was a leader for all of us. He will be missed, but he remains in our hearts every day we breathe. Steven

Bill Porter Feb 17, 2025

friend ,Chapel Hill ,North Carolina

Dear Murle and family, I was so saddened to hear of Gordon's death. When you both entered a room you brightened up all those around you. Gordon was a great leader in all his endeavors, and his strong faith was a guiding light for his church and those that knew him. Kansas City will miss this wonderful faithful citizen, and I was so lucky to get to know him, and his beautiful spirit. Bill Porter

Don McClanahan Feb 17, 2025

Coworker ,Shawnee ,Kansas

My deepest sorrow for the loss of this good friend and mentor, and condolences to his family. I worked for Gordon at Capital Electric over 25 years and he always had a helpful guiding hand to offer me. We continued to have regular lunches together with Larry at Ponaks down the street from our old office after retirement….i will miss those times very much now Don Mc

James Dunn Feb 17, 2025

friend and admirer of 55+ years ,Spartanburg ,South Carolina

Gordon and Murle White are friends of my parents. We met at First Southern Baptist Church in Kansas City, Kansas in the mid 1960s. Over a lifetime Gordon has been my friend, confidant, and advisor. I caught my only trout with him in Pouder Canyon, CO. He taught me about electricity, and concrete and Jesus. Gordon and Murle came to my wedding and have remained lifetime friends. I came to Polecat Creek Ranch last spring to sit around the fire and enjoy his wisdom. I miss him.

Barry White Feb 18, 2025

My Brother You were one of a kind never will be another. Thank you for all that you were mainly my guiding light big brother. I knew you always had my back and supported me in my many adventures. We laughed, we cried and loved our special time together. You have left us quite a legacy in your published family history, “Great.” Not an hour goes by that I don't feel your loss an awful feeling. I know you are now with mom and dad having a wonderful time. Brother Barry

Diane Simanowitz Feb 18, 2025

Great Niece ,Kansas

My heart goes out to you aunt Murle and family. I pray that you find strength and peace in this time. Im so sorry for your loss.

Jonathan Pointer Feb 19, 2025

cousin ,Los Angeles ,California

Dear Murle, Jodee, Tim, Barry, Lyle & Susan, I have so many memories of Thanksgivings past with Gordon's gentle stewardship of the Beary clan. He was a solid individual who always brought warmth and kindness to every gathering. Sending much love and heartfelt condolences.

Michael & Beth Wickerson Feb 20, 2025

neighbors ,Kansas City ,Kansas

We moved in next door to Gordon and Murle over 15 years ago. I will never forget Gordon's resonating voice as he came over to welcome us so long ago. The White family made us feel safe and at home. Celebrated the birth of our first born, gave advice on gardening, raising chickens, told stories of the history of the Pomeroy neighborhood and their iconic school house, invited us to their annual fall potlucks and tractor rides. My children always gravitated to their yard, not only for the playground that they share with us, but to explore and look at the cows, and even relax and chat on the back porch with them. Best neighbors anyone could ever ask for. Gordon will be sorely missed, we send our sincere condolences to the family.

Robert orrison Feb 20, 2025

Childhood friends ,Brooklyn park ,Minnesota

I was blessed to have known Gordon and the white family and to grow up and to be included. In different thing they done and to be brought to church on Sundays and Wednesday nights for prayer meetings and for them to pick up grandma Bert such a christiani influence on my life and I thank you for it. God bless you all and may comfort murle and family you are all so lucky to have each other

Benton Clark Feb 20, 2025

Friend ,Omaha ,Nebraska

I’m so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences. Gordon touched or influenced many lives, I count mine as one of those. As a young child growing up with Tim and Jodee just up the street I found myself in the White household frequently. Tim and I had many adventures, sleeping outside under tree branches as a fort, making and running telegraph between our houses, are just a few. In the background Gordon was there to support those adventures. When Tim and I tried to spend the night in our “tree-brush” fort it was cold but we weren’t deterred. I can only imagine Gordon and Murle worrying about us, eventually Gordon came out and told us to come inside. He let us make decisions and learn lessons. I recall the excitement of Tim and I being asked to roof the garage of the new house. Two young kids shown what to do and he left us to complete the job, I’m sure he peeked out a window frequently to see how we were doing. We were so proud of our accomplishment, however Gordon pointed out we should’ve stayed off the shingles as we worked up the roof. Oh, what a mess, most the shingles were scarred from our shoes. Although he expressed his disappointment he offered us encouragement and showed us how to do better next time. As an adult, with a family and young child I often recalled how Gordon and Murle influenced my adult life. I still think back on how Gordon provided such a positive influence and guidance in my adolescence. I will miss Gordon but I know he is with God. I will mourn but am thankful for the opportunity and privilege to know him and thankful for his patience and guidance.

Rex kern Feb 20, 2025

Cousin ,Eldon ,Missouri

I am so sorry of Gordon’s passing. I always liked talking to him. I only remember him when I was a child/ teenager. I remember him from Xmas eve get togethers at grandma pikes house and the cool house you guys had. My sincere condolences to you Merle and your family. Rex Kern.

Mark W Seifert Feb 21, 2025

Cousin ,Tonganoxie ,Kansas

I was distressed to learn of Gorden’s passing. I send my condolences to the family. He was a remarkable person and will be missed. I know he is with the lord.

Jeri Meteer Feb 22, 2025

Lifelong friend ,Brandon ,Mississippi

To the White Family, I attended Gordon and Merle’s wedding as we were all family at First southern Baptist Church and we lived around the corner from y’all. I try to keep up with everyone we were friends with then and there. I am blessed to be a healthy, lively 94 now and so blessed. So sorry for your loss. Love, Jeri

Charles Jolley Feb 24, 2025

Friend/neighbor ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Our prayers are with you in this time of loss. I have great memories and respect for Gordon and his friendship over the years. I first met Gordon when he was taking his walks up and down Pomeroy. We had so many wonderful conversations over the years. May God bless you with the many memories of his influence in your life.