George B. White, Jr. , resident of Spring Hill, Kansas passed away on January 3, 2013 at the age of 59. Mr. White was born in Anson, Texas on August 2, 1953. In the late 1960's he moved to the Kansas City area with his family. In 1976 he began his service with Johnson County Emergency Communications where he worked as a dispatcher until 2002. From 1975 to 1984 he also served as a volunteer firefighter for the Merriam, KS Fire Department. He had a passion for his work in public service where he made numerous life long friendships. He is survived by his older brother, Sam A. White of Sugar Land, TX. A memorial service will be held at the Olathe Fire Administration Building, 1225 S. Hamilton Cir. , Olathe, KS at 12:00PM on January 5, 2013. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vitas Hospice Community Connection at www. vitas. com/community/Donate. aspx