Jessie Mae Sutton White

November 1, 1945 - March 5, 2022

Jessie Mae Sutton White, was born to the late James Sutton and Amitta Perry Sutton on November 1, 1945. She departed this life on March 5, 2022. Jessie was raised by her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Essie P. Askew in Harrellsville, North Carolina. She attended the Hertford County Public Schools. At an early age, she was baptized and joined Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Jessie was married to McKinley White with whom she shared 59 years and was blessed with two sons and one daughter. Her eldest son, Tony, and a grandson, Darious preceded her in death. Jessie White was a person who loved to talk junk and make people laugh. She bonded easily with everyone, both young and old. Her many lasting friendships are a testament to her generosity and outgoing spirit. Jessie leaves to cherish her memories: her husband, McKinley White of Harrellsville, North Carolina; one daughter, Wanda Theresa White of Aulander, North Carolina; one son, Lamont White (Tonia) of Murfreesboro, North Carolina; her cousin, who grew up with her like a brother, Lennie L. Perry of Durham, North Carolina; one sister, Ernestine Fennell (Walter) of Durham, North Carolina; a special niece, Sherri Fennell of Durham, North Carolina; one aunt, Mrs. Dora Perry of Powellsville, North Carolina, one sister-in-law, Elsie Newell (William) of Harrellsville, North Carolina; one brother-in-law, Melvin White of Brooklyn, New York; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. She also leaves four devoted friends; Julie Roscoe, Molly Lewis, Karen McDaniels, and Jennifer Jones.