Tommy Neal White

Tommy Neal White, 76, of Smithfield, VA passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. He was the son of the late Collin O. White and Gracie M. Parnell White of Hillsville, VA. Tommy is survived by his two sisters, Elaine Anderson of Independence, VA and Angela Marshall of Hillsville, VA; his son Stacy White, daughter-in-law Zayra Arellano-White, and two granddaughters, Cupid White and Savannah White of Smithfield, VA. Tommy worked for NADEP NORVA as an engineer on the F8 program, then moved to the F14 program where he was the Senior Engineer in the Structures group. When the BRAC closed Norfolk, Tommy moved to the DEPOT in San Diego, CA. He later transferred to the Naval Air Systems Command where he supported numerous programs, retiring in 2003. He continued to support our country as a Sr. Aerospace Engineer Contractor for several more years. He was a loving Brother, Father & Grandfather, who was dedicated to his family and friends. He knew no strangers, he accepted everyone he met with open arms, and he treated them like family. A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, 1 p.m. at the White Family Cemetery, on White Town Rd, Hillsville, VA. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2023, 2 p.m. at Little's Funeral Home, Smithfield, VA. Online condolences may be registered at www.littlesfuneralhome.com or www.vaughanguynn.com.