CASTLE HILL – Michael Paul White, 66, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 20, 2008, in Presque Isle. He was born March 3, 1942, in Phillips, the son of Stanton and Leola (Kempton) White. Mike graduated from Phillips High School in 1960 and then went on to further his education as a civil engineer at the University of Maine, Orono. In 1964 Mike married Sally Barker of Phillips and they lived in various locations until 1970 when they moved to the Presque Isle area, eventually making their home in Castle Hill. Mike worked for many years for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service, based in Presque Isle. He eventually rose to the position of district conservationist for the Central Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District before retiring. He worked closely with numerous farmers throughout Aroostook County, receiving numerous local, state and federal awards for his work. Mike’s positive influence was extended even further with involvement in activities such as “The Potato Pickers Special,” Boys Brigade at the local church and Castle Hill Planning Board. Mike was always as avid outdoorsman, enjoying the peace and solitude that nature provided. He enjoyed fishing and working at the family’s tree farm. He also enjoyed in recent years, using his knowledge of agriculture in the creation of a computer program and working with his son at his local business. He is survived by his wife, Sally of Castle Hill; his three sons, Tony White of Hickory, N.C., Tim White of Frankfort, Germany, and Terry White of Presque Isle; as well as several grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and a grandson. He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and associates. Calling hours will be 1-2 p.m. Monday, March 24, at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, 30 Church St., Presque Isle. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. George McLaughlin officiating. Immediately after the service a reception will be held at the VFW Hall, Presque Isle. Spring interment will be at Fairmount Cemetery, Presque Isle. Those who wish may donate in his memory to Central Aroostook Humane Society, P.O. Box 1115, Presque Isle, ME 04769. Condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.
MICHAEL P. WHITE
