Myrtle White
October 31, 1913 - January 04, 2014
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WHITE, Myrtle A. of Saginaw, Michigan passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at the Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre. She was 100 years old. Myrtle A. Moldenhauer was born on October 31, 1913 in Auburn, Michigan to the late Herman F. and Lulu (King) Moldenhauer. Myrtle attended Freeland Schools as a youngster and graduated from Saginaw High School in 1932. With the desire to be a school teacher, she moved on to Saginaw County Normal for one year, and became qualified to teach. She taught grades 1-8 in the one room Smith School in Hemlock, Michigan in 1933. Following that, she also taught at Otto, Dixie, and Freeland Schools. In 1943, she moved to the Bridgeport-Spaulding System, teaching kindergarten while earning a bachelor's degree. She graduated from Central Michigan University in 1949, with highest honors. She became an Assistant Superintendent for the Bridgeport-Spaulding System, retiring in 1964. She married Thomas W. White in 1960, becoming an instant, much loved Grandma Myrtle to G. Tom Jr., Paul B., David C. and Mary E. White. She was active in Ames Methodist and Bridgeport Community Churches, teaching Sunday and vacation bible school for over 50 years. She was preceded in death by husband, Thomas W. White; brothers: Vern Moldenhauer, Ernest Moldenhauer, Harold Moldenhauer, and Earl Moldenhauer; and sister, Marguerite Hofmeister. Surviving are step-son, Dr. Gerald (Vivian) White; grandchildren, G. Tom Jr. (Melissa) White, Paul B. White, Dr. David C. (Debbie) White, Mary E. (Matt) Howard; sister, Myra Douglas; nieces: Barbara Carter and Carol (Richard) Downer; and nephews: Ronald (JoAnn) Moldenhauer, Harold (Carole) Moldenhauer, Jr., Larry Douglas, Gary (Rose) Moldenhauer, Robert Moldenhauer. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caregivers at the Hoyt facility, as well as the caregivers Myrtle had at her home. FUNERAL: A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter (off State). Pastor Ron Sinclair will officiate. Entombment will take place at Oakwood Mausoleum. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Bridgeport Community Church or Charity of Choice. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or online at www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Marti Sageman
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Thoughts and prayers to your family. I'm proud to say my son Andy Sageman received the Thomas And Myrtle White Scholarship when he graduated from BHS in 1982.
Marti Sageman Bridgeport-Spaulding Board of Education.
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Dawn & Fred Bottomley
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Myrtle. It is always hard when we lose a loved one, but the memories of Myrtle will live on in our hearts.
Our deepest sympathy,
Dawn & Fred Bottomley
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james Williams
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My Sunday school and VBS teacher. We all loved Mrs. White and at 100 years she still remembered your name. Prayers for all the family and friends. James Williams Bridgeport Community Church.
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Ruth
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Grandma was a blessing in my life. She loved me unconditionally and inspired me to do the same. I will forever miss her gentle spirit.
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Bonnie Cuthbertson
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Mrs. White was my children's first Sunday School and VBS teacher, what a joy it was to
work with her. The love she had for all the children was wonderful....
I will never forget her, As she never forgot anyone. Prayers to all
her family and friends. What a wonderful life!
Bonnie Cuthbertson Bridgeport Community Church.
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Wendi Elliott
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Aunt Myrtle was a blessing and inspiration to all who knew her. I am so grateful that we were able to spend time with her and Aunt Myra a couple of years ago when we came through Saginaw on vacation. She made such an impression on my children, who had not seen her since they were very small, and will always be remembered by me with great love and admiration. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendi (Moldenhauer) Elliott and family