Rosalyn McGehee White, age 80, of Winder, passed peacefully in her sleep on March 3, 2022. She was born in Waverly Hall, Georgia on September 28, 1941 to the late Annette Wadsworth and John B. McGehee Jr. and Eloise McGehee. At age 5 she was raised by her father and forever mom, Eloise. When her father married Eloise they combined families and became a family of four- John, Eloise, Rosalyn and Tina. A few years down the road baby Jonoise was born. Rosalyn met Charles at Lilburn Middle School, they dated throughout high school and graduated from Lilburn High School in 1959. They got married on October 13, 1959, they have been married for 62 years. Rosalyn attended Cosmetology school and became a beautician after their marriage. In her later years she was a seamstress. She sewed countless cheerleading uniforms, clothing, and alterations. Rosalyn stitched every stitch, and every bead for her daughter’s and daughter in law’s wedding dresses. She made quilts, crocheted blankets, made dolls for her grandchildren; all with love from her heart. Rosalyn and Charles have 4 children, 11 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. Growing up we never had a lot of money. But one thing that we did have was LOVE. Two parents that loved each other immensely, being great role models to their children and showing us what a loving family is. Being there for each other, every step of the way, having a bond together that no one could tear apart. What an awesome childhood us children had! Rosalyn is survived by her spouse Charles Eugene White; sons Ricky White of Winder, Charles (Chuck) White Jr. and wife Tanya of Winder; daughters Beverly Camp and husband Craig of Winder, Natalie McCullers of Winder; sisters Tina Cotter and husband John of Cartersville, Jonoise Morehead and husband CK of Lilburn; 11 grandchildren Bradley and Amanda Camp of Jefferson, Wesley and Kimmy Camp of Franklin, Tennessee, Kirsten and Jake Frady of Winder, Hannah and Brandon Banks of Auburn, Michaela and Eddy Shaw , Lauren and Brandon Watkins , Mason White, Jacob Barnett , Katie Barnett , Maylon White , Dakotah McCullers all of Winder. 13 great grandchildren Hutson Frady, James Camp, Lawson Brumbelow, Iveigh Frady, Mathew Camp, Collins Brumbelow, Asher Banks, Greyson Smith, Ridge Watkins, Maddox Frady, Gracie Shaw, Kinsley Watkins and Kam Watkins. Funeral Services will be held 7:00 pm Monday, March 7, 2022, at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm March 7, 2022, at the funeral home. Pallbearers include; Bradley Nelson Camp, Wesley Austin Camp, Mason Charles White, Jacob Ray Barnett, Jacob Chase Frady, Eddy Paul Shaw, and Jerry David Vickers. Officiating Chaplin Laura Davis. Interment Cremation. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga 30548, lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.
So sorry to hear of Rosalyn’s passing. She was a good neighbor for many years and she sewed the most lovely clothes and blankets. I will always cherish the christening outfit she made for my sons. ❤
A beautiful woman who created a beautiful family. Lifting you all up in prayer. 🙏🏼