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Esther M. White

Birth	:	23 Jun 1920 Argyle, Lee County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	30 Dec 2021 Monmouth, Warren County, Illinois, USA
Burial	:	Sunset Memorial Gardens, Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.4249992, -91.4139023
Description	:	Esther M. White, 101, of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 12:40 p.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Monmouth Nursing Home, Monmouth, IL. Esther was born on June 23, 1920 in Argyle, IA, the daughter of Guy Truman and Elva (Smith) White. Esther was raised in Argyle, IA, where she graduated from Argyle High School in 1937. She later graduated from the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA in 1949. In 1952, she earned her Master's Degree from the College of Education, Columbia University in New York. Numerous post-master courses and seminars at... Read More	Esther M. White, 101, of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 12:40 p.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Monmouth Nursing Home, Monmouth, IL. Esther was born on June 23, 1920 in Argyle, IA, the daughter of Guy Truman and Elva (Smith) White. Esther was raised in Argyle, IA, where she graduated from Argyle High School in 1937. She later graduated from the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA in 1949. In 1952, she earned her Master's Degree from the College of Education, Columbia University in New York. Numerous post-master courses and seminars at universities in the US and England followed. Esther started teaching in a one-room school in Sandusky, IA. After 5 years in the one-room school, she moved to Keokuk, IA, where she taught 4th and 5th grade. She was soon promoted to an assistant principal position after which she became principal at two large elementary schools. In 1974, Esther came to Monmouth College and taught in the Education Department until her retirement in 1988. During her tenure at the college, she developed and ran College for Kids, and received several awards for outstanding teaching. Teaching, traveling, storytelling, and family were Esther's passions throughout her life. She taught young children and adults, including foreign born residents who needed to learn English. She traveled extensively during her life, having visited every state and at least 20 countries in Europe, Asia and several island nations. She also enjoyed both her own and professional storytelling. She attended the International Story-Telling Festival for more than 30 years and was a popular local speaker about storytelling. Surviving Esther are her nephews, Albert Azinger of Bloomington, IL, Ken (Gail) Azinger of Elgin, IL, Clarence (Jamie) White of Lenexa, KS; and one niece, Lura Jean Gatton of Keokuk, IA. Also surviving are many great and great, great nieces and nephews as well as a sister-in-law, Carol Jean White of Fairfield, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Clifford (Elma) White, Clarence (Albertha) White, John White; one sister, Luella (Gus) Azinger, nephew Ardath (Kay) White, and nieces Brenda Azinger and Ramona Obenchain. A private family graveside service will take place at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Keokuk, IA. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. Memorials can be made to Monmouth College or Faith United Presbyterian Church. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth, IL, is in charge of the arrangements. Obituary from McGuire &Davies Funeral Home ------------------- A Celebration of Life will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Faith United Presbyterian Church, Monmouth, IL. Interment was in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Keokuk, IA. Memorials can be made to Monmouth College or Faith United Presbyterian Church. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth, IL, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Where is Esther M. White's memorial?
Esther M. White's memorial is located at: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Keokuk, Lee County, USA.
When did Esther M. White death?
Esther M. White death on 30 Dec 2021 in Monmouth, Warren County, Illinois, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Esther M. White's memorial?
Latitude: 40.4249992
Longitude: -91.4139023

Family Members:

Parent

Guy Truman White

(1873 - 1949)

Elva Emma Smith White

(1880 - 1958)

Siblings

Charles Clifford White

(1903 - 1983)

Pearly Clarence White

(1905 - 1971)

Luella G White Azinger

(1909 - 1995)

John Truman White

(1928 - 2015)

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1. Sunset Memorial Gardens
Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4249992, -91.4139023

2. Oakland Cemetery
Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4019012, -91.4064026

3. Keokuk National Cemetery
Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3980865, -91.4056091

4. Chief Keokuk Gravesite
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Coordinate: 40.4118680, -91.3796460

5. Oiler Family Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4034670, -91.4519830

6. Turner Family Cemetery
Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4069000, -91.4551000

7. Hickory Grove Cemetery
Summitville, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4533005, -91.4441986

8. Riverside Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4411800, -91.3706300

9. Saint Johns Episcopal Church Columbarium
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Coordinate: 40.3965000, -91.3802000

10. Little Mound Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.4081001, -91.4593964

11. Blondeau Street Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.3937770, -91.3800550

12. Buena Vista Mound Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.3875008, -91.4441986

13. Lee County Poor Farm Cemetery
Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4607910, -91.4487150

14. Sandusky Cemetery
Sandusky, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4681015, -91.3843994

15. Colvin Pioneer Cemetery
Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4775000, -91.3964000

16. Yellow Banks Ranch Cemetery
Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4085999, -91.4863968

17. Greenwood Cemetery
Hamilton, Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3875008, -91.3494034

18. Oakwood Cemetery
Hamilton, Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4019012, -91.3343964

19. Dudley Cemetery
Summitville, Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4828890, -91.4594170

20. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Warsaw, Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3558006, -91.4085999

21. Scandinavian Cemetery
Lee County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4737000, -91.4867800

22. Oak Grove Cemetery
Hamilton, Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4637200, -91.3278000

23. Alexandria Cemetery
Clark County, USA
Coordinate: 40.3561287, -91.4617386

24. Stearns Cemetery
Hancock County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4780998, -91.3283005