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Who was John Hazen White III?
John Hazen White III was the senior vice president of OEM sales for Taco Comfort Solutions, a leading manufacturer of heating, cooling and plumbing products. He was also the son of Taco Executive Chairman John Hazen White Jr. and Elizabeth White, and the grandson of Taco founder John Hazen White Sr. He was born in Providence, Rhode Island on September 30, 1987, and graduated from Moses Brown School and Wheaton College. He joined Taco in high school, starting in maintenance and working his way through many departments. He was loved by Taco employees and his customers for his caring, big-hearted personality and sense of humor. He had a passion for creative writing, reading, traveling, and most of all spending time with his family. He was married to Katelyn White, and had a daughter, Madison Marie, and a dog, Tig.
How did John Hazen White III die?
According to the Providence Journal, John Hazen White III died suddenly on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. The cause of his death was not disclosed by the family or the company. He was 35 years old. The family expressed their gratitude for the exceptional attention and care he received from the 5 South ICU doctors and nurses.
How did Taco and the industry react to his death?
Taco Comfort Solutions issued a statement on November 10, 2022, announcing the passing of John Hazen White III and expressing their deep sorrow and condolences to his family. The statement said that John was a valued member of the Taco family and a respected leader in the industry. The statement also thanked the customers, suppliers, partners and friends for their support and prayers.
The HVAC industry also mourned the loss of John Hazen White III, who was regarded as a rising star and a visionary. Several publications, such as Contracting Business, ACHR News and HPAC Magazine, reported on his death and highlighted his achievements and contributions to the industry. They also shared the sentiments of his colleagues and peers, who praised his professionalism, enthusiasm and charisma.
How can people honor his memory?
The family requested that in lieu of flowers, people consider donating to the John Hazen White III Endowed Scholarship at Community Preparatory School, a private school in Providence that serves low-income students of color. John Hazen White III was a supporter of the school and its mission to provide quality education and opportunities to underprivileged children. People can donate online on behalf of the John Hazen White III Endowed Scholarship at Community Prep.
The family also invited people to attend the calling hours and the celebration of John’s life, which were held on November 11 and 12, 2022, respectively. The calling hours were held at the Smith-Mason Funeral Home in Riverside, Rhode Island, and the celebration of John’s life was held at the Barrington Congregational Church in Barrington, Rhode Island. The memorial service was also live streamed on the church’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. People were encouraged to visit the funeral home’s website to offer online condolences and share memories of John.
