Laura Lee White was born on September 30, 1940, in Lisbon, Louisiana. She was the seventh of eleven children born to the
union of Addie B. Thomas and Reste T. Thomas Sr. Laura was a God-fearing, sassy, loving, and kind woman whose
presence brightened the lives of everyone she encountered. She was selfless, full of love, and poured into everyone around her. Laura always
had a word of encouragement, something to make you think, smile, or laugh. With her charisma, she had a special way of making everyone feel as if they were her favorite, no matter the relationship.

Laura accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Community West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, where she served
actively in many ministries. A true servant of mankind, she later found her church home at Rising Faith Church, where she served as Church
Mother until her health and mobility began to decline. Overall, she was a dedicated member, always willing to serve wherever there was a need.
Laura worked in the manufacturing industry for many years and retired from Frito-Lay, after a career marked by dedication and hard work.

Laura was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Deloyce White; her parents, Addie B. Thomas and Reste T. Thomas Sr.; her
sons, Lanard White and Willie White; her brothers, Roger Thomas, Reste Thomas Jr., Isaac Thomas, Eddie Thomas, Bernard Thomas,
and Earnest Thomas; and her sister, Louvinia Crew.Her laughter, love, and legacy will forever live on in the hearts of
her children: Sherri Foster (Willie), Rickey White (Ivy), Brenda Manning (Darron), and Rishard White; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-three great
grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves to cherish her memory her siblings, George Thomas (Linda), L.T. Thomas
(Eva), and Armar Jean Thomas; her beloved dog, Summer White; and
a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.