Virginia Ann Barker ‘Jenny’ White

Published 12:12 pm Friday, March 28, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Mama, Mrs. Virginia “Jenny” Ann Barker White, who left us peacefully on March 25, 2025, while at home surrounded by her children, family, and friends.
She was born on June 20, 1943 in Davidson County to the late Barnie Nelson and Daisy Lee Musgrave Barker. She was a lady of unwavering love, strength, and kindness, who always put God her Savior first. She devoted a majority of her life alongside her husband to building and managing their thriving business. Working hard was just part of her nature, and she was known for it by everyone. She had a love for people and many of her customers became life long friends. Her love for flowers and a well manicured yard could be seen at her home. She would often take her customers, friends, and family on “tours” through her yard to tell them about the many different plants she grew. She loved the role of grandmother and enjoyed time spent with all of them. For many years she was the primary caregiver for her husband, Jerry. Her constant care for him never wavered; in fact, she had him “spoiled” beyond measure. We find peace in knowing they are once again together, after 57 years of marriage. “She made broken look beautiful and strong look invincible. She walked with the universe on her shoulders and made it look like a pair of wings.” …Ariana Dancu.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Hospice of Iredell County and to Well Care Home Health for the kindness and care shown to Mrs. White and her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband, Jerry Franklin White; her daughter-in-law, Paula White; and a sister, Daisy Mae Little.
Survivors include: 2 children, Tim White of Mocksville and Teresa Stovall (Johnny) of Mocksville; 2 grandchildren, Gary Bumgarner (Bethany) and Cody White (Kay); 3 great-grandchildren, Brantley, Henry, and Khrissa; 2 sisters, Helen Leonard (Steve) of Lexington and Paula Daly (Brendan) of Virginia; several nieces and nephews; and special friend and cousin, Lorean Gobble.
A funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 30 at Eaton Funeral Chapel with Suzanne McCorkell and Pastor Keith Ledford officiating. Interment will follow in Zion Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be considered for: Well Care Home Health, 146 Dornach Way, Advance, NC 27006; or to Sheffield-Calahaln Fire Dept., 435 Dyson Road, Mocksville, NC 27028; or to Center Fire Dept., PO.Box 1313, Mocksville, NC 27028.
Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com.