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Pollard McCall Principal Hugh White Passes Away
May 23, 2015
Hugh White, the principal of Pollard-McCall Junior High School, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Saturday from natural causes. He was 40 years old.
He had served as a principal for the Escambia County (AL) Board of Education at Pollard-McCall since since February 2006. He previously spent over eight years as a middle school math and science teacher. White received a Masters of Education in educational leadership and administration from the University of West Florida in 2002, and previously earned a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and general sciences from UWF in 1996. White also earned an Associates degree from Jefferson Davis Community College in 1994.
White held an auctioneer certificate from Troy University Dothan and served as auctioneer at the Escambia Co-op Stockyard in Brewton, AL.
He leaves behind numerous family members and friends. Service arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Pollard-McCall Junior High School is located in Pollard, AL, just east of Flomaton and about five miles northeast of Century.
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30 Responses to “Pollard McCall Principal Hugh White Passes Away”
I met Hugh 7 years ago. He was extremely cordial, impressionable and friendly. Basically, he made an impression that has lasted. My condolensences are extended to his family, the school family and everyone impacted by his departure from his earthly home. God Bless!
I can’t believe this! Hugh was a very good man and principal to my son and daughter. He was one of the nicest person I ever met. My daughter still goes to McCall and my wife teaches there and they are just devastated. I can’t even imagine how much loss his wife and kids are going through. But you can see by all these posts that he made a difference in kids lives and that will always be. My kids are better from just going to McCall because of him.
Praying for all Mr.Whites friends & family members. He was a great teacher & friend to me, he was also a great principal to my two boys & I. Mr.Hugh White u will be greatly missed, RIP Mr.White, you will be greatly missed! Roll Tide Roll
I still can’t believe he’s gone, but to me his legacy will live on he was a true man of God, husband,father,good friend,family,teacher, coach, & principal! He will be missed by us all let us not forget what he taught us to never give up & be the best that u can be!Also he was a good friend of my family which is the Baldwin family & we all are still heart broken from his loss. R.I.P. Mr.White
I extend my prayers to the White family in this time of great loss. May God strengthen the faculty and staff in the days ahead.
May the students be encouraged by what they learned from a great teacher and principal. I pray God will comfort you all in the days ahead.
Good man, and even better family man. Will truly be missed by a lot of people. If you knew Hugh White, you liked him. RIP my Roll Tide Brother!!!
We will miss seeing your smiling face. Praying for your family, co-workers, and friends. May God give you His peace.
Hugh had a way of making us all laugh; you always felt better after spending time with him. He was a dear friend that will be missed by me and so many others. My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
No matter how hard I tried to change “Hugh”. He always addressed me as Mr. Powell. This came from his Parents and Grandparents. I adored his Dad, “Paul” as I called him. He left us way too soon and wull be surely missed.
Mickey Powell
Flomaton
I grew up knowing Hugh and his family. Only a year older than me. His whole family was a blessing. Loved his daddy, Mr. Skip. Only fun and fond memories of the fun loving, cut up that Hugh was. My love and sympathies to his family.
–Tonya Rolin, San Jose, California–
Mr. White always had a big smile and a friendly hug no matter were you seen him. He was a good person. We are family here in Pollard!! When one hurt we all hurt. To the White family we love you all may God bless you in this time of need!!!
Mr. White was a great man. My kids loved him, and had nothing but respect for him. I was saddened by the news of his passing, but I’m honored that I got to Know him. I’ve told him on many occasions I appreciate what you do for these kids.
Mr. White knew each PMJH student by name. What a very special person he was. He leaves a lasting and meaningful legacy of love and kindness. Once a Wolf always a Wolf! Mr. White will be sorely missed.
Our sympathies to the White family and to the Pollard McCall School’s faculty, staff, and students. How heartbreaking. I didn’t know Mr. White well, but my family knows him and my nephew goes to his school. What an influence and legacy he left behind. I know he will be missed greatly. Saying prayers for the family and community.
As a friend and neighbor I extend my deepest sympathy and prayers to the family and loved ones of Hugh. My grandson was at McCall for a couple of years and he really loved Mr. Hugh. I pray the next several weeks will be comforted by the Almighty.
Hugh was my son’s basketball coach , teacher and friend at Pollard-McCall and never failed to ask about him when I would see him.Educators with Hugh’s dedication remain with students for life! He has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. Our family is holding Hugh’s family in our thoughts and prayers.
I am just devastated and shocked over this!! My daughter goes to PMJH and we all loved Hugh so much!! He was such a wonderful man and an awesome principal!! PMJH will never be the same without him!! Sending our condolence’s to his beautiful family.
Mr. White was a really wonderful person. I enjoyed working at Pollard-McCall this past year. His students, faculty, and staff all loved him. He will be missed.
He was a good teacher he worked with special Olympics
He was a great teacher and friend. He taught great and and was a passionate caring person. I couldn’t believe the news when I heard. He taught me in school and also let me help him in his garden and around his house. It’s been several years but I still remember him like it was yesterday. My dearest thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and love ones. I especially mourn for his young children. I know they will grow in his footsteps.
This is as great a loss to not only his family and friends but the Pollard McCall School will not be the same. Not only did he care but I know from personal experience with my granddaughter he truly loved each and every child at McCall School. I don’t have a child in that school any more but the one that was there is heart sick over his passing. Thank You Mr White for All That You Did and the Love You Have Given To All Those Kids
I hate this so much. He was an awsome teacher when I was in school. Such a kind and happy person. He will be deeply missed. Thoughts and prayers to the Whites during this tragic event.
So sad, our condolence to his family and friends.
Such an amazing person. He was talking to my grandson a couple weeks ago and told him he needed to come to McCall when he started school. He said we will have fun, and he is exactly right. He made school fun for the children at McCall while earning respect from them. I know the children will miss him but will always rember and love him. His wife was my daughters teacher at Flomaton and she is also a great teacher. I wish peace for his wife and children during this difficult time.
This one is hard to bear for me because I love the White family so much. I am so very sorry about this. From the Powells of Flomaton, we extend our heartfelt sympathy.
Man!!!…..I hate that so much! He was a great man. He had alot of love for people and was very respected by my entire family. He was there for us in good times and bad. I can say that for his entire family, he came from very good people. I’m so sorry for this great loss, I know he will be missed by so many. I will never forget his love and compassion for people. He always saw the best in people. To the White family, I send out my deepest condolences……speechless…..
Didn’t know the gentleman, that being said, seeing so young a man who was doing good things pass away is a loss to this world and a gain for the Father…sincere condolences to the family… Lord Bless you all and keep you during this difficult time… Rest in Peace Mr. White…
So saddened by the passing of Hugh White. He was such a great leader and mentor in that community. I will never forget his smile and how he greeted people. He will be greatly missed.
I know Mr. White will truly be missed. He was my special Olympics partner when we did the song YMCA
Prayers to Mr. White’s family and Pollard McCall’s faculty, staff, and students:(((. May God wrap his arms around them and provide the comfort and strength durning this very difficult time!! Heaven gained an awesome angel today!!
Deepest sympathy from the faculty, staff, and students at Ernest Ward Middle School.