WJ White Jr., age 81, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1945 in Gillette, Arkansas to Richard and Mollie White.

WJ is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Emma Fay White; daughter Melissa King; five sisters Betty Sue Coefield, Mae Helen Nash, Shirley White, Rosalie Wilson, and Virgie Minor; two brothers Billy Joe White and William Dedman.

He is survived by two stepdaughters Debbie Doan (Garry) and Rebecca Guthrie (Jack); two brothers Bobby Joe White and Ricky White (Pam); 9 grandkids Jarome Guthrie, Cindy Taylor, Justin Guthrie, Sierra Hegi, Angel Hegi, MaKisha Martin, Cheyenne Guthrie, Laura King, Jimmy King; 25 great-grandkids; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

A family and friend gathering will be held and announced at a later date.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com