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Geraldine “Gerry” White                  Send flowers

Services: Wednesday August 13, 2025 at 2:30 pm at the Prospect Baptist Church Add to Google Calendar

Visitation: Tuesday from 5-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Geraldine “Gerry” White, 90 of Prospect, died Thursday evening August 7, 2025. She was born March 21, 1935 in Marion to the late William and Marie (Schott) Landon. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Clair “Pickle” White, they were married February 6, 1954 in Prospect and he died October 4, 1997. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Vicky Sue Carey and a half-brother, Bill Fisher. Gerry graduated from Prospect High School, class of 1953. She was an active, lifelong member of the Prospect Baptist Church. She had worked for over 25 yrs for GTE/Verizon. In later years she had worked at the former Train Station Restaurant in Prospect and had volunteered at Marion General Hospital. Gerry loved watching her family’s activities at the Elgin Schools. She was also a big Buckeye fan. She loved to travel in her later years; Branson, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge were favorites. Gerry was definitely a people person, she loved to talk to everyone and her smile would light up the room. Surviving are her daughters, Debbie (Rick) Varner of Ontario and Tammi (Harry) Hilgenberg of Prospect. Grandchildren, Lindsey (Tyler) Thompson, Jordan (Sara) Hilgenberg, Brittany (Tyler) Levering, JR (Leigh Ann) Carey and Ashley (Josh) Barnett 16 great grandchildren Sister, Carol (Wally) Penry of Radnor Son-in-law, Rick (Lynn) Carey of Prospect nieces and nephews and extended family Funeral services will be held Wednesday August 13, 2025 at 2:30 pm at the Prospect Baptist Church. Pastor Deb Moreland will officate. Burial will follow in the Prospect Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 5-7 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to Prospect Baptist Church, PO Box 51 Prospect, Ohio 43342 Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Prospect Cemetery Directions to Prospect Baptist Church  (website) Directions to Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Dan & Molly Phelps Family Celina, TX Fri, Aug 8, 2025 at 7:04 PM Debbie and Tammi, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a kind, sweet soul who always brought a smile to my face. I’ll forever treasure the wonderful memories we shared, and she will be missed dearly. My heart and prayers are with your entire family. #2 from: Judy Carr Marion Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 12:59 AM Gerry was one of my besties. I will miss our times together. Always a big smile, always had a story and loved to joke. May you be at peace with Pickle and Vicki. I will never forget you and will always love you. My sincere condolences to your girls, your sister and all family members. #3 from: Sandra Mills Greenwood, Indiana Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM Debbie and Tammi, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing.  I loved her big smile and outgoing personality.  She never met a stranger.  A very sweet lady that Heaven is now blessed with. My condolences to you and your family. #4 from: Ray & Arlene James  Cuyahoga Falls Ohio Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 4:48 PM Our deepest sympathies to all the family.  As “ old time” Prospectites  we have many happy memories and times of shared laughter with  Gerry.  May you always picture her big smile. #5 from: Frank and Tanyce Addison LaRue Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM Debbie and Tammi, We are so very sorry to hear this. May God’s peace give you comfort and strength. #6 from: Donna Bender Prospect Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 5:44 PM We are soo sorry to hear this. Many precious moments and memories of this always classy lady. Our hearts and prayers are with u all #7 from: Jeff and Dianne Johnson Prospect Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM Debbie. Tammy  and families Sad to hear of Gerry's passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.  You have been blessed with a lot of loving years with her in you lives. Jeff and Dianne Johnson #8 from: Whitney Taylor Prospect now TSUN Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 7:22 PM Another one of my hometown gems gained her wings a couple days ago. You always felt better after chatting with her and receiving one of her warm side hugs. Always smiling and a kind word. It always seemed like she was always walking whether alone or her late daughter Vicky Carey. She was truly a special lady and will be missed by all who knew her and loved her. Not a goodbye, but a see you later! #9 from: Shelley Stiffler Daubenmire Rockwell, North Carolina Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 8:48 PM So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I always thought she was such a sweet lady. She was a great neighbor to my parents( Harold and Gloria Stiffler) and all of us kids when we were home. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers❣️🙏🏻 #10 from: Ron and Sally Rowland Lawrenceburg, Indiana Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM Such a sweet lady.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. #11 from: Kay & Al Brandt Rockford, Ohio Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 7:32 AM Sending our love and sympathy to all of Gerry’s family. May she rest in eternal happiness with Pickle and Vicky. #12 from: Pauline Oehler Sun City West  AZ Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM Debbie and Tammi, I send my sympathy to you as you mourn the loss of your mother. Peggy and I lived in the same neighborhood with your mom when we were growing up and the Prospect connection always remained throughout our lives. She loved to have fun and had a special laugh. May her memory and the love she had for all of you remain in your hearts. #13 from: Henry and Marlene Augustine Charleston, SC Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 5:57 PM Heartfelt condolences from Henry and Marlene. No more worries, no more pain. Rest in peace Gerri. #14 from: Nana Harrison Round Rock, TX Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 7:18 PM Debbie and family, My deepest condolences, the transition of one’s Mom is a difficult grief journey, may memories of her love, laughter and special times shared with you lighten your heart. Nana #15 from: Jennifer Thompson Prospect Tue, Aug 12, 2025 at 12:37 AM Mike and I are so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing.  Such a sweet and caring soul. She always flashed her beautiful smile and had a story or a joke to share. We are praying for God to bring strength and comfort to the family in this very difficult time. #16 from: Traci Hoffman West Mansfield Tue, Aug 12, 2025 at 1:13 PM Debbie, Tammy and families, my sincere condolences to you all. Your mother was one of a kind with a heart of gold. Although I hadn't known her long we always shared her love for her TV shows. She will be missed weekly on Wednesday at 10:30. Know that I am thinking of you during this time of comfort and healing. Thank you for sharing her with me. Hugs #17 from: Phil and Sharon Roberts 4811 Marion Marysville Rd Prospect. Ohio Sun, Aug 17, 2025 at 11:50 AM To the family of Gerry, Gerry had been a good friend and we tried to visit her on regular basis. Phil has fond memories of Pickle in the Lions club. We are sorry we missed services, but we were on cruise in  Alaska. God Bless the whole family.

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