John Aston White was 51 years old at the time of his passing. He lived in Boone, North Carolina, in the home he lovingly chose for his wife and children in a town he fell in love with at first sight. John passed away in Edinburgh, Scotland, while on vacation with his eldest daughter, Sabrina, following a blood clot that led to a heart attack.

He was born in Tampa, Florida, to his parents, Odile and Ruble White. His father, Ruble, passed away from cancer when John was just 12 years old. His mother, Odile, remains living.

John spent much of his childhood moving from place to place before settling in Alabama, where he attended Murphy High School. He later moved to New Orleans to study music, nurturing a lifelong passion.

Eventually, he found himself in Miami, where he founded and operated a magazine advertising business in the Design District for over 20 years. During that time, he welcomed his first daughter, Sabrina, in 2004.

With a deep commitment to growing up and helping others, John went back to school at Florida International University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in psychology. He went on to complete his master's degree in clinical psychology at Walden University. He later became a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, dedicating his work to supporting others.

In 2018, John and his wife Maryam-Edith Thorpe White moved to Boone shortly after the birth of their son, Michael-Perseus, with his wife. There, he built a life centered on family, nature, and community.

John was a devoted father, husband, musician, author, hiker, and counselor. He brought love and compassion into every role he took on, and he cherished his family above everything else.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Maryam, his four children, Sabrina (21), Michael-Perseus (7), Lindsay-Rose (4), and Lukas-Frey (3); his mother, Odile; as well as his siblings, colleagues, and many dear friends.

A celebration of Johns life will be held Sunday April 12th at 1:00 PM at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel 683 Blowing Rock Road. We will have a wake at The Beacon restaurant after the service to celebrate and honor his life. Drinks and lunch will be provided.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service in charge of the arrangements.