I was so sorry to learn of Gayden's passing.  Although it's been too many years, his presence and politeness always will be remembered.  I have very fond memories of SMU football games and many great times at the White's house.  Gayden was one of the few you would call a role model, positive influence and friend.  They don't make them like Gayden anymore and he will truly be missed by anyone who connected with him.

Prayers and sincere condolences to the entire family.

Our sincerest and deepest condolences to our lifelong friend. War Eagle! Fly high Gayden! 

Much Love,

Vic & Lindsay Svetlay 

Growing up in the 80's with Gayden as a neighbor

The neighborhood always knew when Rose had dinner ready.   Gayden would simply step out the font door and announce with that booming voice of his, "Chris!  Lauren!   It's time to come home!"    (Graham was still a baby at this point).    

Gayden was such a great neighbor -- good for a laugh and always there to help.   Like the time we had planted watermelons in the neighbor's garden that we all tended to when they went out of town for the summer.    The watermelon plants grew, but we never saw any fruit developing.   One day Gayden came over telling us to go look in the garden -- "you'll never believe what's growing!".     We all went to investigate --- and found the watermelon Gayden had bought at Tom Thumb and tied to the watermelon vine!

My prayers are with your sweet family. 

Paula Burkham