A fine public servant. Chicago Heights and Ward 1 has lost a great leader.

We will miss his kindness, generosity, and love for life. Someone once said "For death begins with life's first breath and life begins at touch of death." Our loss is truly Heaven's gain.

Mr White was my sons basketball coach at chpd for quite a few yrs about 13-14 yrs ago...he always wanted my son on his team cuz he could shoot 3 pointers :) and visa versa..my son enjoyed mr white being his coach...he used to call him double stuff...i asked him one day why he called him that...he said " look at my team...he's the only white boy i have like the middle of an oreo cookie....and can shoot me 3 pointers...i laughed so hard...he always had a great sense of humor...you will be truely missed mr. white...my prayers go out to the family and friends..god bless

My respects and sympathy go out to the family.Mr.Willie White was one of the most kindest,unselfish,dedicated person I ever had the pleasure of meeting.His heart and smile will be deeply missed.R.I.P.Willie.

Condolences to the family of Alderman Willie White from Pastor Rick Dorsey and the members of the Beacon Hill Baptist Church. We surely appreciate Alderman White's efforts to improve community life in Beacon Hill and throughout the 1st Ward of Chicago Heights. Alderman White's focus has always been on how he could help and be of assistance to the people of the 1st Ward, and actually, to people in general. His energies were always spent on helping others,and even when his personal illness tried to hold him back, Alderman White was pushing himself to move ahead. Alderman White will surely be missed throughout the community in which he lived and served for so many years.

Mr. White was a respected and admired man in Beacon Hill. Many Families found relief in their needs by his assistance. My sincere condolences to his family, and may he rest in peace.

Art Wiggins Jr.

I will miss my friend. I looked forward to seeing him every morning at the Rec Center. We always teased each other on who was a better team . I know deep down he really was a Cubs fan :) :) My mornings won't be the same without him. RIP Willie. My prayers to the family.

My family and I are saddened to hear of the news of Alderman White's passing. He always had a hug and an encouraging word for me every time I saw him. And no one can deny how much he LOVED the city of Chicago Heights. He will be missed. All my love and condolences to his family and to all those who loved him.
Senator Toi Hutchinson

Condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed dearly. Mr. White has always been down to earth with everyone. RIP.

I am so sorry to hear about this latest loss. The Torch is being passed. It wasn't too long ago that Alex Lopez suddenly died in Chicago Heights and left a huge whole in the City/Park District and our hearts. I served at a time before Willie White became Alderman, but his dedication to the Park District prior to that have been unmatched. He loved maintaining the Park District and you could count on him. He wasn't wishy-washy he was out spoken yet quietly stayed professional.

It's not easy being a public servant. Anyone who has done the job knows that first hand. As I think about Willie going about his work at the PD, he was energetic and committed to the Recreation Center.

May he RIP and be blessed for the good deeds that he accomplished for others in the community. While I served my office as Park District Commissioner, Mr. White was always helpful and respectful to me. And that's all I asked of anyone. To his wife Denise (who is my former classmate) may you find peace in the memory of your lives together. I am truly sorry.

I admire Willie for his service and dedication to the Chicago Heights community overall. Thank you for allowing us to have Willie White for the time he was loaned to us by the heavens above. I only hope the best for Chicago Heights residence and for David as he searches for a replacement candidate.

God bless.

Thelma.