preloader

GAC President Derwin White passes away at age 55


Vernon native and President of GAC Contractors Derwin White passed away Saturday, July 31.

 

White, 55, was part of overseeing several local projects during his 35-year career with GAC, including the demolition and reconstruction of the Washington County Courthouse, sitework along Interstate 10, and more recently, upgrades to more than 28 miles of dirt roads in Holmes County.

 

According to the GAC website, White joined the firm in 1986. During that time, White worked his way up to partner and then President.

 

GAC Safety Director Andrew Rowell told media partner WMBB, “[White] was a loving and giving person, and he will be greatly missed.”

Leave a Reply

Advertising Options

Reach your target audience with our newspaper advertising options. Our publication has a wide readership, making it the perfect platform to promote your business or event.

To inquire about advertising rates and options, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly.

Take advantage of our high readership and targeted demographics to promote your business to the right people. From print ads to online banners, we have a variety of options to suit your needs and budget.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to reach your target audience. Contact us today to learn more about our advertising options.

E-Mailing List Subscription

Stay informed with our email mailing list! Sign up today and never miss a beat on the latest news and events in your community.

To join our e-mailing list, simply fill out the form below. We’ll send you a weekly digest of the top stories, delivered right to your inbox.

By signing up, you’ll be the first to know about breaking news, upcoming events, and special promotions. Plus, you’ll be eligible for exclusive subscriber-only content and offers.