Colleen White, age 59, passed away peacefully in her home on April 23rd.

After serving in the Army, Colleen began an illustrious teaching career spanning more than 30 years. She spent 17 years at Clarksville Academy, where she taught Biology and served as head of upper school before transitioning to teach at Austin Peay, where she taught introductory Biology courses until her retirement in 2025. Teaching was her passion, and her love of Biology shone through in her love of everything living. She devoted much of her spare time to Kiwanis, through which she sponsored and assisted with local Key Clubs in seven high schools, and Circle K at APSU. Colleen was a devoted wife, mother, friend, and colleague. She was a servant leader in every way, and truly believed in making the world a better place.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Patricia Grubb, her brother, Lee Grubb Jr., and her sister, Rita Ricotta. She is survived by her husband, David, her son Killian (and wife Katelan) White, and her daughter, JJ White.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Hilldale Kiwanis. Condolences may be made to Colleen's family by visiting her tribute page at NaveFuneralHomes.com.