Ivan F. White

Ivan Fred White, 93, of Cincinnati, OH, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and dear friends on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on April 9, 1932 to the late Edith Hensley White Sizemore and Fred White. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 70+ years, Phyllis Ann Van Frank White, and his son-in-law Frank M. Henson.

In 1989, Ivan retired after 28 years of service to General Motors Company. He was passionate and knowledgeable when it came to the game of golf. Throughout his golfing career he earned five holes-in-one. He and Phyllis resided in North Hutchinson Island, Florida for half of the calendar year for more than 40 years where they formed lifelong friendships, participated in countless Bingo sessions and finding no particular reason to throw a party. Ivan competed in the annual Snook fishing contests for many years.

Ivan is survived by two daughters, Debbie (Frank) Henson, Shellie (Kevin) Witschger, three grandchildren, Jon (Alicia) Henson, Joe (Kendall) Henson, Samantha (William) Witschger, and five great-grandchildren, Henry Joseph Henson, Ruby Gale Henson, Rose Marie Henson, Nolan Rambo Witschger and Ramsey David Witschger. Ivan has one sibling, Donald (Carol Lee) White, one nephew Donny White, and nieces Shirley (Harry) Fussner, Cathy (Eric) Henize, and Vickie (Mike) Miller.

Special heartfelt thanks to the special ladies who assisted in caring for Ivan: Karen Morris, Kelly Kasser, and Carrie Heuser.

Memorial contributions may be made to Angels 4 Life Activities Fund, 473 Old State Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45244 or to the charity of your choice.

Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 25th at 1PM at T.P. White & Sons Funeral Home, 2050 Beechmont Ave., Mt. Washington. Friends may visit from 12-1PM.