At 99, Dorene White is the life of the party—again!

by Mary Jo David

Family and friends gathered in downtown Stockbridge on Nov. 14 to celebrate Dorene White’s 99th birthday. The momentous occasion for this Stockbridge jewel was celebrated at the Back Street Meeting & Hall Space. The party hall was filled with well-wishers, and Dorene was in her glory surrounded by balloons, flowers, friends, family and LOTS of cake! A lifetime music lover, Dorene’s toes were tappin’ to live music by SwizzleStick, featuring Paul Crandall, Scott Crandall, and Ashton Havens along with special guests Jack Falk and Gary Hicks.

Four generations capture a special moment together at Dorene White’s 99th birthday celebration. Pictured l-r: Caidra VanDyke (great granddaughter), Barb VanDyke (daughter), Sam VanDyke (grandson), with family matriarch Dorene White. Photo credit: Mary Jo David

Three of Dorene White’s children pose for a very special birthday picture with their mom. Front l-r: Barb VanDyke, Dorene White. Back l-r: Sally Layton, Rick White. Photo credit: Mary Jo David