Bernice “Cookie” Stevenson White, daughter of the late William and Bernice Stevenson, was born on November 3, 1949, in Princess Anne, MD. She departed this life on Friday, August 29, 2025, at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital, Salisbury, MD.
“Cookie” was educated in the Somerset County Public Schools and a 1967 graduate of Somerset Junior/Senior High School. She worked in the childcare field until her retirement.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her great-nephew, Shelton Barkley whom she raised as her son of Princess Anne, MD; a bonus son, Edwin “Dean” (Gracie) Jones of Louisburg, NC; a bonus daughter, Charise (Vincent) White-Morton of Lexington Park, MD; one sister, Brenda (William) Stansbury of Annapolis, MD; one aunt, Sarah White of Delmar, DE; two uncles, David “Fuzzy” Polk and Percy Chase both of Princess Anne, MD. one special niece, Andrea (Gerry) Hall of Upper Marlboro, MD; one special nephew, David “Dewie” White, Jr. of Chestertown, MD and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward White, Sr. a bonus son, James E. White, Jr, and one niece, Dawn White.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, 30683 Hampden Avenue, Princess Anne with a viewing one-hour prior. A public viewing will be held 3:00 PM-6:00 PM Friday, September 5, 2025, at Anthony E. Ward, Jr. Funeral Home in Princess Anne. Interment will follow at John Wesley Cemetery (Bowland Hill) in Princess Anne.
21 Responses
RIP my friend. I will truly miss you.
My fly lady. Miss you Nana 💕
My prayers and sympathy goes out to my friend Brenda and family may God bless you with peace doing this time my prayers are with you
Prayers and sympathy goes out to the family weeping may endureth for the night but joy cometh in the morning
My condolences to Cookie’s family! I grew up with her on Hampden Avenue many many years ago! She was always a jovial and pleasant person!
My deepest sympathy 🙏🙏
Condolences to the family
RIP my friend, I’m going to miss our talks, your advice was always appreciated. Until we meet again ❤️❤️
So sad to hear this news. Sending continuous love and prayers to the entire family. RIP my customer service lady.
Cookie, we will truly miss you. Rest in peace my friend.
Sincerely, Faith White Gattis
RIH Cookie.
My deepest condolences to the family. May God’s grace and mercy follow you and give you strength and comfort during this tough time.🙏🫂❤️
Cookie I will miss you coming by for Crabs, and to pick up fish Dean and Gracie would leave you before they went back. I also remember our Friday night visits how we would reminise, your laughter filled the room. To all family and friends Weeping may endure for a night! BUT, Joy Comes in the morning!
Prayers to the family so sorry for your loss 🙏
Cookie me and my family are really gone to miss you always was a joy to be around so loveable to be around that smile and you made us feel we’re gonna miss her Godbless
Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Cookie was a joy to be around and her infectious smile and laugh will always be remembered.
Condolences to the family may God comfort you during your time of mourning.
Condolences and prayers to Cookie’s family. Such a beautiful soul. May she rest in eternal peace. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💔
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. May God continue to keep and bless each of you. Cookie was a beautiful person.
My deepest condolence to the family
Praying that God will continue to strengthen the family and give them God’s peace 🕊️