Anna "Christine" White

Anna "Christine" White White, of 552 Gliden Road, Hobbsville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on June 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, Christine lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to her family, church, and community.

Christine retired as an office manager with Edenton Office Supply, where she was known for her strong work ethic and warm spirit. A graduate of Chowan High School, she remained deeply connected to the community she loved throughout her life.

A lifelong member of Warwick Baptist Church, Christine faithfully served in numerous leadership roles over the years. Her passion for sharing God's love with others was evident through her service as leader of the children's choir, the "Good News Singers," Girls in Action (GAs), Acteens, Women's Missionary Union (WMU), the church nursery, social committee, choir, and flower committee. Her dedication to her church family and her selfless service touched countless lives across generations.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Junius White and Leona Parks White, and her daughter-in-law, Gail Umphlett White.

Left to cherish her memory is her devoted husband of more than 60 years, Joseph W. White, Jr.; her daughter, Cynthia "Cindy" Phthisic and husband, Tim; her son, Junius "Warren" White; her grandchildren, Ryan Phthisic and wife, Katie, Weston Phthisic and wife, Ali, and Riddick White and wife, Faelynn.

Christine found her greatest joy in her family, especially her beloved great-grandchildren, Harper, Ivy, and Waylon Phthisic, who lovingly knew her as "Tine Tine."

The family extends their heartfelt appreciation to Linda Abbott, NP, for her years of compassionate care, friendship, and support.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral Home, Hertford Chapel, 1125 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, North Carolina.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Warwick Baptist Church, 4314 Virginia Road, Hobbsville, North Carolina, with the Rev. Russell Blanchard officiating. Burial will follow in Warwick Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to Warwick Baptist Church General Fund, 4314 Virginia Road, Hobbsville, NC 27946, or to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX, 75284-0692

Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral Home, 1125 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, NC, is assisting the White family. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.millerfhc.com.