Nicholas Ray White

Nicholas Ray White, 20, passed away on 8, May, 2025 in Kennedale, TX. He was born on December 16, 2004 in Arlington, TX to Jim David White and Stephanie (Shelton) White.

Nicholas grew up in Arlington, TX. He graduated from Kennedale High School in Kennedale, TX in 2023. After high school he began working for Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen as a waiter as well as joining his last Job working at Cheesecake Factory.

Nick enjoyed playing football, video games and hanging out with family and friends. He loved cooking and anything sports! Nick had a love for exploring’ whether it was travel or food.

Nicholas White was preceded in death by his Grandmother, Fonda L Shelton; Great-Grandmother, Katherine L. Shelton; and Great-Grandfather, Robert B. Shelton.

Nicholas is survived by his Mother, Stephanie J. White; Father, Jim White; Brother, Peyton White; Grandfather, Michael “papaw” Shelton; Grandmother, Lanette Shelton; Nick is also survived by his Uncle, Eric Shelton (Christa); Aunts, Mandi Shelton (Gordon Carter), Keri Gregory; Cousins, Ethan Shelton, Dylan Shelton; Great Aunts, Bonnie Gunter, Tara Bailey; As well as many friends and loved ones.

A memorial service will be held at Emerald Hills Funeral Home, 500 Kennedale Sublett Rd, May 19, 2025 at 1:00pm

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to organizations supporting mental health and suicide prevention . Condolences may be left on Nicholas Whites online guest book at https://www.emeraldhillsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/nicholas-white. 

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all who have sent well wishes to The Cheesecake Factory, Lucid Hearing and as well as friends and loved ones.