Thomas White

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Thomas Wayne White, age 60, of Colcord, Oklahoma, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1965, in Offenbach, Germany, born to the union of Wayne and Gerlinde (Hoffman) White.

At the age of five, Thomas returned to the United States with his family, spending his formative years in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He graduated from Daniel Webster High School in Tulsa and later attended Tulsa Community College. He spent the majority of his adult life in Jay, Oklahoma, living with his favorite uncle, Charlie. Even in the face of hardship, he carried himself with determination and courage. At the age of 19, he lost his leg in a tragic motorcycle accident, yet he continued forward with strength and perseverance that inspired those who knew him.

Thomas worked for several years at Pipe Life Jet Stream in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. In more recent years, he worked as an Uber driver, where he had the opportunity to meet many people and share his friendly nature with those he encountered.

He found joy in the outdoors and in the quiet pleasures of everyday life. Fishing, hunting, and playing horseshoes were among his favorite pastimes. He also enjoyed cooking and spending time with his grandchildren, listening to music and caring for his dogs, which brought him comfort and companionship.

Thomas was a man with so much love to give, but wanted nothing in return. That simple truth reflected the heart of who he was. He gave freely of himself to his family and friends, and he will be remembered for his kindness, his loyalty, and the strength he showed throughout his life.

He is survived by his wife of twenty-two years, Stephanie White of the home; seven children, Bradley White, Antony White, Jessica Cox, Sheree Estrada, Katina Daniels, Alan Daniels, and Tristan White; eighteen grandchildren; one great-grandson; his father, Wayne White; a sister, Angela Donald; a brother, Butch; as well as a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gerlinde White; a son, Nicholas White; and three siblings, Tricia, Jimmy and Brian.

Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the Sout-Davidson Cemetery near Anderson, Missouri. Those honoring hi life by serving as pallbearers are Tristan White, Quentin White, Damien White, Paul Mills, Emree Estrada and Alan Daniels. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri. Arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.