James C. White Sr., passed away on Friday, October 30th at his home in Ferdinand. James was born, June 25, 1940, in Plains, PA. to Leo and Susan (Nicholas) White.He graduated from Plains High School, Plains PA. in 1958 He married Marion R. Brown on June 17, 1972. James was retired from Mideast Aluminum of Mountain Top PA. after 31 years of service. He was an active member of Harding and Mt. Zion Bicentennial Volunteer Fire Company. He was active in the Lions Club of Harding PA. James was a member of the Bennett – Derr united Methodist Church of East End Wilkes Barre PA. James is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marion R. White of Ferdinand; a daughter, Suzanne (Bryan) Lafollette of Indiana; a son, James Jr. (Lisa) White of Georgia; two sister, Marilyn Tokach of Arizona and Susan Kubasti of PA.; one brother, Richard White of PA.; thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by two sisters, Dolores Wigodinski and Dianne Thomas.James was a current member of Santa Claus United Methodist Church. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at becherfuneralhome.com