Clarence died Aug. 9, 2013, at the age of 91. He was born Jan. 1, 1922, to Ebed and Francis Paxton White in Waynesville, N.C. They moved to Darrington, Wash., where he went to school. He joined the Navy at the age of 19 in 1941. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor, and wounded. He is survived by his wife, Sandy, of 23 years. He had five children, 15 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. No flowers necessary. In lieu, donate to Coupeville WAIF Animal Shelter.