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Mac's senior candid.
Our dear classmate Malcolm "Mac" White passed away on Aug. 2, 2024, the victim of a multi-vehicle crash on I-495 in Middleboro, MA. Please click here for the story about his passing, published on the warehamweektoday.com website, Wareham, MA.
Mac joined our class in kindergarten. Here are some excerpts from his obituary, which appeared on the Chapman Funerals and Cremations website, Wareham, MA:
Malcolm Ripley "Mac" White, Jr., a 20-year resident of West Wareham, MA, formerly of Whitingham, VT, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 71 on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024.
He was the son of the late Malcolm R. White, Sr., and Rosemarie Brighenti White.
Born in Springfield, MA, Mac grew up in the area, attending East Longmeadow High School, graduating with the class of 1970.
He began a long career in construction, the bulk of which was as a project superintendent with Fontaine Brothers Construction of Springfield. His final job prior to retiring was overseeing the completion of the Middleborough High School in 2021.
Mac was an avid sportsman, who loved hunting and fishing. While living in Whitingham, he was an active member of the community, committing time to several endeavors including the town selectboard, the Deerfield Valley Sportsmen's Club, the EZ Riders Snowmobile Club, and the Lions Dlub. He also devoted his time to coaching his children's Little League baseball and varsity softball teams.
When moving back to Massachusetts, he did not slow down. He became a member of the Wankinquoah Rod & Gun Club in Middleboro, joined the Point Independence Yacht Club in Onset, and served eight years on the Town of Wareham Sewer Commission. All of this while continuing his love for hunting and fishing.
Mac is survived by his wife, Jeanne Devaney White; his brother, John H. "Jack" White and sister-in-law, Sue; and his beloved children: Charles R. White and wife, Hannah of Casco ME; Kathryn A. Brown and husband, Joshua of Pownal, ME; Margaret R. Schuyler and husbnd, Ryan of Livonia, NY; and William M. White and wife, Chanrasmey of Dover, NH. He is also survived by six grandchildren and two nieces. He was predeceased by his granddaughter Ruthie M. Schuyler and his beloved bird dog, Tessa. He leaves behind his cherished "Little Male Dog", Brady.
Mac made a lasting impression on many; his memory will endure in the hearts of his good friends and those who had the pleasure to meet him.
Mac's kindergarten graduation photo in 1958. Front row: Dennis Plante, Jarl Weyant, Bruce Lindwall, Scott Moore, Gail Taylor, Carol DuBois, Judi Bliss, Mac White, Leslie Bergeron. Row 2: Patty Hendrick, Bruce Moore, Paul Stilphen, Brian Falk, Diane Tower, Deborah Hanson, Susan Wolcott, Christine Bortle. Row 3: Linda Bates, Peter Ouellette, Allan Phillips, Clark Swanson, Janet Betterley, Donna Anderson, Linda Mottle, Jean Symmes, Bill Kenyon, Dave Gallerani, Joan Stack, Steve St. Marie. Photo courtesy of Mary Darling Studio.
Homeroom photo in Mac's freshman year. Front row: Susan White, Susan Waterman, Susan Wicks, Susan Wolcott, Gail Vagts, Nancy Vallett, Melinda Wheeler, Nancy Yacovone, Teresa Villamaino, Mr. James Lawrence. Row 2: Valarie Weber, Nancy Wrinkle, Jarl Weyant, John Vigliano, Mac White, Rick Willard, Kurt Whitney, Ed Warren. Row 3: Steve Viger, Mark Whyte, Tony Zampiceni, Jim Wilkins, Bob Wenning, Dave Turnberg, Everett Twining. Not pictured: Jane Viveiros, David Wieland.
Junior varsity basketball team in Mac's sophomore year. Front row: Channing Orr (manager), Scott Moore, Steve Newell, Kurt Whitney, Mac White, Paul Lieberwirth, Mr. Walter Porowski (coach). Row 2: Dave Gallerani, Don Eddy, Jeff Crary, Jim Manferdini, Andy Farquharson, Pater Garafalo, Rich Malmstrom.
Junior varsity baseball team in Mac's sophomore year. Front row: Channing Orr (manager), Wayne Scully, Kurt Whitney, Charles Maurer, Andy Byrne, Mr. William Reagan (coach). Row 2: Mac White, Ed Kopec, Frank Miorandi, David Correale, Paul Sistare, Steve Fairbanks. Row 3: Pete Garafalo, Tom Mineo, Dave Weferling, Scott Grabowski, Dave Gallerani.
Homeroom photo in Mac's junior year. Front row: Mrs. Fredlee Shore, Jane Viveiror, Gina Truitt, Gail Vagts, Teresa Villamaino, Donna Tranghese, Nancy Yacovone. Row 2: Nancy Vallett, Susan Wolcott, Valarie Weber, Melinda Wheeler, Susan Wicks, Sandy Brennan. Row 3: Debbie Laborde, Nancy Wrinkle, Tony Zampiceni, Mac White, Kurt Whitney, Dave Turnberg, Jarl Weyant. Row 4: Rick Willard, Felix Tranghese, Jim Wilkins, Bob Wenning, Ed Warren, Steve Viger. Not pictured: John Vigliano, Mark White, Bruce Carriere.
Varsity soccer team in Mac's senior year. Front row: Channing Orr (manager), Andy Byrne, Gil Paquette, John Favorato, Alex Hunter (co-captain), Paul Lieberwirth (co-captain), Tom Kurowski, Bob Serafin, Mr. Ralph Cooley (coach). Row 2: Rick Oliveri, Bob Bradley, Mac White, Larry Cooper, Gary LaFave, Alan Hubbard, David Thodal. Row 3: Andy Farquharson, Rich Malmstrom, Steve Fairbanks, Ed Kopec, Carl Larson, Steve Newell, Bill Kenyon, Jim Mayher (manager). Not pictured: John Lasek, Tim Lynch, Bob Moran.
Mac later in life.
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Stephanie Chmielewski (Francis)
It is with great sadness and shock that I write a few words after learning of Mac's death. Our friendship started in high school continuing throughout life. Having February birthdays, we would often connect around that time in later years when our contacts lessened. Mac was a great support to me during one of the difficult times of my life and I always found him to be a caring and thoughtful person. I have fond memories with he and his during the Christmas season when in high school, visiting his home when he made xcountry trails on his front lawn for me to use, and bluefish fishing off R.I. Mac was a very generous man. Thanks for being a part of my life, Mac!
Greg Naylor
I was in absolute shock when I saw the posting of Mac’s premature death. We had been in contact recently and told him that he was on my radar. My wife and I lived in Raymond, Maine for about 6 to 7 years on beautiful Crescent Lake. I wanted to invite Mac up to do a little fishing and kayaking but time got away from me. We moved to Scarborough, Maine in 2019 to be closer to my wife’s medical appointments and to take her aging Dad in with us. My sincere regrets go to all of Mac’s family during this terrible time. There are too many memories to share about Mac but we were friends and classmates at ELHS and at Springfield College and teammates on the Casa 7 Softball Team. RIP my friend, you were the absolute best!