Roscka Roth & Clapper Funeral Home - Monticello


Michelle J. White

( January 13, 1975 - October 13, 2023 )

Michelle Jane White, 48, of West Lafayette, Indiana died at 5:17 p.m. on Friday, October 13, 2023, in the Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital or Lafayette, Indiana with a short but brave battle of cancer with many who loved her by her side. 

Michelle was born on Monday, January 13, 1975, in Monticello, Indiana, to Nelson and Edna (Blount) White. They both preceded her in death.

Michelle had lived in Remington, Indiana most of her life before moving to West Lafayette. Michelle will be remembered as a loving and giving person who did not know a stranger, she often welcomed anyone in need into her life. Michelle believed in giving everyone a chance and made a huge impact on multiple younger people.  Michelle was a friend to many.  Her greatest pride was her daughter, Cheyanne.  Michelle loved Chey fiercely and fought bravely for her.

Michelle is survived by a daughter, Cheyanne White of Monticello, Indiana; siblings, Barb Doty of West Lafayette, Indiana Brian White of Ft. Myers, Florida, Patrick (wife Julie) White of Maryland, and Jennifer White of Ft. Myers, Florida; companion Samuel Fish of West Lafayette, Indiana, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Michelle was preceded in death by her, mother, Edna (Blount) White; father, Nelson White, longtime companion Jerry Lucas; multiple aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

A gathering of family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service at 6:00 p.m. On Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Miller - Roscka Funeral Home of Monticello, Indiana.

Celebration of life service will be at 6:00 p.m. On Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Miller - Roscka Funeral Home of Monticello, Indiana with Rev. Rick Fay of PhysioCare Hospice officiating.

Private Family burial will follow services in the Buffalo Cemetery of Buffalo, Indiana. 

Memorial donations may be given to the family towards the funeral expenses. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home, or can be mailed to 6368 E. US 24, Monticello, Indiana 47960 C/O White Family

Miller-Roscka Funeral Home is honored and blessed to be assisting the family.