James M. White

SARATOGA SPRINGS — James M. White, age 59, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on March 9, 1956 in Saratoga Springs, the son of Mary E. Dorsey and the late Thomas J. White. James attended Saratoga Springs High School. James was a delivery driver for the Airborne Express in West Palm Beach Florida for many years. He loved his job at the Saratoga Reading Room, which he did for many racing seasons. James inspired everyone he met with his gentleness and love. He was a loving, kind and caring person always willing to help others. He was a very outgoing person who loved to laugh and make others laugh. James loved fishing and going to the Saratoga Race Track. He was very athletic, he loved all sports, he played hockey, especially loved playing softball and basketball. He loved his dogs Bone Crusher and Thorn, he especially loved the NY Yankees, Giants, Knicks, New Hampshire Wild Cats football and hanging out with family and friends. James is survived by his loving wife Ellen Kullman and they had a fun filled life together, his mother; Mary E. White, brothers; Stewart C. White, Paul T. White and a host of nieces, aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins and lots of friends. He is preceded in death by his father, niece; Diandra White, uncle; Douglas Dorsey, and other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 4 pm on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Calling hours will be held from 2 – 4 pm prior to the service The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Saratoga Hospital ICU and the Saratoga Center for Rehab and Skilled Nursing Care for all their love, compassion and care. A very special thanks to Dr. Rachid Daoui who cared for James for many years and much appreciation to Sonny and Mary Lynn Gooden, Chipper Williams and Louis Maggiore. In lieu of flowers you can make a donation in honor of James to a charity of your choice. If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com