Nelda J. White

The beloved wife of Alfred P. White, Nelda J. White, 90, a resident of Fredonia, formerly of Wichita, died in the early hours of Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Wilson Medical Center in Neodesha due to complications she developed after a minor surgery. She was born July 18, 1921 in Independence, Kansas, the daughter of Walter Franklin and Ferne (McKay) Head. In addition to being a homemaker, Nelda also worked as a security guard for two years and as a seamstress for Alco Interiors for five years, retiring in 1986. On June 15, 1968, Nelda married Alfred P. White. He survives at their home in Fredonia. Nelda was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a very happy "NANA". Survivors, in addition to her husband, Alfred, include: One daughter: Martha (Jose) Baca of Fredonia, KS One son: Stephen (Linda) Smith of Fredonia, KS One sister: Barbara George of Sedalia, MO Ten grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren also survive. Her parents; three brothers; and son, Bobbie J. Green preceded her in death. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Fredonia City Cemetery with Pastor Ray Pile of the First Assembly of God Church officiating. Friends may call on Tuesday evening, 5:00-6:00 P.M. A memorial has been established in Nelda"s name with the Wilson Medical Center Foundation and donations may be sent to Timmons Funeral Home. Words of condolence for the family may be left at www.timmonsfuneralhome.com. Timmons Funeral Home, PO Box 168, Fredonia, KS 66736 is in charge of the arrangements.