Michael John White 84, born in Washington, DC. died in New York January 17th, 2019. He attended St. Aloysius and Catholic University in Washington DC. He was predeceased by his mother, Margaret Castellanos, and sisters Benita, Mary and Connie. He is survived by his loving sister, Barta Barnum (Bill Trenn) Tucson AZ; his best friend, devoted caregiver and niece, Veronica Barnum Moore in New York; cousins, nephews and nieces; and many friends. Michael was a talented artist who painted, sang and played the piano beautifully. He loved music, live theater, movies and all art forms. He amassed and shared his encyclopedic knowledge of actors’ careers, singers’ repertoires and other facts about the performing arts, both before and after the internet. He used this knowledge when he worked at ASCAP and HBO. After retirement, he worked at St. Francis Church in Manhattan. He had many fond memories of time with friends he made at ASCAP and HBO, playing and singing at Spindletop, and helping at St Francis. New York was his home for over 60 years, and he relished all the arts the city had to offer. In lieu of flowers, please enjoy a play, a song, a movie, or a smile and think of Michael. You can also make a donation to Calvary Hospice, ATTN: Calvary Fund, 1740 Eastchester Rd, Bronx, NY 10461.
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Our love and heartfelt sympathy to Barta, Veronica and to all of Michael’s family and friends. May he Rest In Peace. Toni and Dave Gallagher.
I am a better person for having had the friendship of Michael White. I will always treasure our laughter and our times together. Thank you for the love you gave to me and my family.
Don and I are both saddened by Michael’s death. I appreciated his knowledge of the New York theater scene. I also recall his generous efforts to head to the box office and arrange for the best possible seats, especially for Elaine Stritch’s one-woman show. He was a dear, fun and complex man. I’m glad I got to know him and see him last fall.
Sam and i are sorry to hear the news of your uncles passing. I wish I could have met him and I know how much love and affection you had for him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom. Always keep your memories close in your hearts.