St. Charles in Kane County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Kevin White

“The Glue Guy”

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, May 8, 2026

1. Kevin White Marker

Inscription. Kevin White left his legacy on the baseball fields of St. Charles. He was a true inspiration to the countless lives he touched. As a St. Charles North graduate and standout varsity baseball player, Kevin played travel baseball on this field for the St. Charles Saints. He played the game he loved with grit and determination, relentlessly pursuing perfection. Most importantly, he was a great teammate and loyal friend.

His joyful presence and engaging smile will never be forgotten. As the "The Glue Gay", Kevin brought a sense of togetherness in the dugout and throughout the entire St. Charles baseball community.

This field is forever named after him, as "Kevin White Field." Rest in peace, Kevin White. You will be deeply missed, but the everlasting memories we shared will live on in our hearts and on this field.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 2022.

Location. 41° 54.162′ N, 88° 16.179′ W. Marker is in St. Charles, Illinois, in Kane County. It can be reached from Legacy Boulevard 0.4 miles east of Kirk Road

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(County Route 77). The marker is on the third base dugout at Kevin White Field, which is Field 6 at the East Side Sports Complex. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3565 Legacy Boulevard, Saint Charles IL 60174, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Greater Chicago.

It is also in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: The Fighting Saints (here, next to this marker); Philip B. Elfstrom (approx. 1.7 miles away); a different marker also named Philip B. Elfstrom (approx. 1.7 miles away); Masonic Building (approx. 2.2 miles away); The Lincoln Highway (approx. 2.2 miles away); Founders Wall and Eastside Gardens (approx. 2.3 miles away); Wild Rose Farm Bell (approx. 2.3 miles away); JFK Campaign Speech (approx. 2.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, May 8, 2026

2. Kevin White Marker

of all markers in St. Charles.

More about this marker. A plaque immediately next to this one honors the 2016-2017 Saints travel baseball team, which Kevin White played for.

Regarding Kevin White. Kevin White was a standout baseball player at St. Charles North High School, and a member of the 2019 state runner-up team. On August 16, 2022, White was a passenger in a car that was hit by another car on Randall Road in St. Charles. White died in the hospital.

Also see . . .
1. ‘His personality was contagious’ Former St. Charles North teammates, coaches remember Kevin White. A story from the Kane County Chronicle about Kevin White, a former baseball standout at St. Charles North High School who died in a car accident in August 2022; subscription may be required. (Submitted on May 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

2. Kevin White Foundation. The foundation provides scholarships to play college baseball at the Division III level. (Submitted on May 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

Kevin White Field at East Side Sports Complex image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, May 10, 2026

3. Kevin White Field at East Side Sports Complex

“KW” and “20” are also emblazoned on the center field fence.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 19 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. 3. submitted on May 10, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.