Melissa "Missy" Jade White, age 23 of Swansea, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014. She was the daughter of Melissa Trottier and Christopher White. Missy was an all-around great athlete in many sports. She will be missed by many.

In addition to her parents, Missy is survived by her maternal grandparents: David & Rhea Fernandez of Swansea; paternal grandparents: the late Thomas & Germaine White; her brother: Shayne Christopher White of Fall River; her longtime friends: Nicole Cote, her girlfriend & Danielle Hubbard; many aunts, uncles, cousins, especially Kiara Lynn Riley her beloved niece, & her many friends.

A wake will be held in the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1521 N. Main St. Fall River on THURSDAY from 4:00-8:00 P.M. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Melissa Jade White Charitable Fund, Inc., P.O. Box 451, Swansea, MA 02777-0451. www.rogersfuneral.com.