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https://www.flipsnack.com/alcbf/erma-rae-white-funeral-program/full-view.html Sister Erma Rae White (affectionately called Balo), born December 7th, 1922, was the 10th child of Walter and Molly Daisy White. Erma was born on John Bird Farm approximately two miles west of Granger, Texas. At the young age of six years old, she began attending Granger Public School where she walked two miles to and from school and ultimately received a high school education. In 1939, Erma wed James Otis White, Sr. and remained married 48 years until his death in 1987; to this union four children were born: Margie Lucille White Holt, James Otis White, Jr., and Freddie Louis White, and Alice Rae White York. Ms. Balo found Christ at the age of 14 years old during a revival at St. Love All Baptist Church and was subsequently baptized in a small creek behind the church. In later years, she became President of the Senior Choir under the leadership of five Pastors, Chairman of the Program Committee, as well as part time Janitor to name a few positions held in the church. She served these positions faithfully for many years. She devoted over 87 years of service to the Lord and loved her church dearly. She attended worship services every Sunday until her health failed. Ms. Balo passed into eternity on September 10th, 2024, at Creekside Terrace Facility in Belton, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents Molly and Walter; loving husband Otis White; three precious children, Margie, James, and Freddie; nine siblings, Clarence, Myrtle, Willie, Walter, William, Eunice, Edwin, Alvin, and Fannie. Among some of her notable lifetime achievements include being honored during a Homecoming Parade in Granger, Texas as the oldest citizen as well as being presented with a Proclamation issued by the Mayor of the City of Granger. Additionally, she loved helping people, which was demonstrated by countless contributions to many charitable organizations. Left to cherish Muh's memory: her devoted daughter, Alice Rae White York (Oliver), grandchildren, Tina White Morris, Edward Shaw (Bobbie), Timothy Shaw, Shawn York ( Kavita), Oliver York, Jr, Erma Ellen Ramirez (Moises); a host of great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, great great great grandchildren, beloved relatives and dear friends

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Erma Rae White

December 7, 1922 - September 10, 2024