Maureen M. White
Maureen M. White, “Ree” of the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, passed away at home, on September 26th, 2025, at age 65. Beloved life partner of Therese O’Brien. Loving mother of Brendan Hamski (Melanie), Sean Hamski (Elizabeth) and Desiree O’Brien-White (Evan), devoted mom mom of Nicholas, Nathan, Sean, Mark, Madison, Mason, Matthew, Natalie and Evan. Daughter of Gerald White (Ethel) and the late Margaret Colosimo. Also survived by her siblings, Kathleen Scott (Jim), Michael (Elaine), Patricia Munyat, Christine Linso (Jeff), predeceased by her brother, Gerald (Cathy). Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, her aunt Sr. Eileen White and her lifelong friend, Robin DiDonato. Ree had a deep affection for her cherished fur babies, a gift for crafting beautiful poetry, and a quick wit that brought laughter to those around her. She was deeply passionate about human rights for all, endlessly kind, and loved her children and grandchildren beyond measure. Family and friends are invited to attend her viewing and funeral on
Tuesday, October 7th, from 9:30am – 11:00am at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. (between Unruh & Knorr sts) There will be a prayer service starting at 11:00am. Further arrangements will be held at the convenience of Ree’s family.
We are so very sorry to hear of Ree’s passing. Sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time. Lynn, Shanelyn, Kierstin and Riley Kennedt
Rest in peace Aunt Ree. 🙏 🙏 🙏
Aunt Ree was always kind and welcoming towards my sister Kim and I. We weren't related through blood but we were related through love. Our family's have had tremendous tragedies and she was always there to help in the most personal ways. What she did for my cousins Jamie and Jimmy was so incredibly kind and selfless, Ree will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences go out to the family.
Jerry, Ethel and family. May her memory be for a blessing to all who loved her and may the family go from strength to strength. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ree was my best friend for 52 years. Her and I grew up together raised our kids and grandkids together we supported each other always talking for hours either on the phone or at Ree’s house . I don’t know what my life will be now my partner in crime is gone we laughted so hard at times we almost peed our pants lol . I will missed her so much . May she rest in peace
Reebees was my savior, my greatest ally, my sister and best friend, my confidant, my other half. She helped me to get through the toughest times of my life. She always reminded me to laugh and we had some great laughs. She cried with me too. We shared so much, our children, raising grandchildren and politics. I'm not sure how to go on without her. There's so much more I could say. She loved Terry, her kids, her grandchildren, her siblings, her nieces and nephews, her family and her pets (she had just as many of those as she did family members) passionately. There's no words to describe the emptiness I feel without her. No words to describe how much I miss her and love her. No words.
Reebees was my savior, my greatest ally, my sister and best friend, my confidant, my other half. She helped me to get through the toughest times of my life. She always reminded me to laugh and we had some great laughs. She cried with me too. We shared so much, our children, raising grandchildren and politics. I’m not sure how to go on without her. There’s so much more I could say. She loved Terry, her kids, her grandchildren, her siblings, her nieces and nephews, her family and her pets (she had just as many of those as she did family members) passionately. There’s no words to describe the emptiness I feel without her. No words to describe how much I miss her and love her. No words.
Ree was my best friend for 52 years. Her and I grew up together raised our kids and grandkids together we supported each other always talking for hours either on the phone or at Ree’s house . I don’t know what my life will be now my partner in crime is gone we laughted so hard at times we almost peed our pants lol . I will missed her so much . May she rest in peace
Jerry, Ethel and family. May her memory be for a blessing to all who loved her and may the family go from strength to strength.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Ree was always kind and welcoming towards my sister Kim and I. We weren’t related through blood but we were related through love. Our family’s have had tremendous tragedies and she was always there to help in the most personal ways. What she did for my cousins Jamie and Jimmy was so incredibly kind and selfless, Ree will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences go out to the family.
Rest in peace Aunt Ree. 🙏 🙏 🙏
We are so very sorry to hear of Ree’s passing. Sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time.
Lynn, Shanelyn, Kierstin and Riley Kennedt