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1939
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2008
John Etheridge Obituary
He graduated from Baker High School in 1957. He worked at Eglin Air Force Base in the Computer Science Laboratory and retired in 1995 with 35 years of service.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Kathleen, aunt Orene Bullivant, brother-in-law Larry (Sharon) Jackson, nephew Scott Jackson, nieces Lauren Iaeger and Libby Jackson and a host of beloved friends and neighbors.
John was the President of the Sacred Harp Book Company for 19 years. He was a singer and supporter of Sacred Harp Singing for more than 40 years, a gifted musician who willingly devoted his time and talents to all those who asked.
John was a true friend and neighbor to all those he met and was known for his wonderful vegetable gardens which he shared with everyone.
He was devoted to his church, family, friends and especially Sacred Harp Singing. He touched many lives in a positive way every day.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Pallbearers will be: Dan Walker, Randall Barber, Scott Barrow, Emanuel Simon, Steve Holt and Jamey Dubose .
Visitation will be held at Whitehurst-Powell Funeral Home in Crestview, Fla., on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at Whitehurst-Powell Funeral Home on Monday Dec. 8, 2008, at 11 a.m., followed by graveside services at Valley Grove Cemetery, Highway 331 North in Opp, Ala., on Dec. 8, 2008, at 3:30 p.m. with Elder Scott presiding.
In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of John Etheridge to Valley Grove Primitive Baptist Church in care of Frances Barnett 27748 Barnett Rd., Andalusia, Ala., 36421.
Whitehurst Powell Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Etheridge
Lynn Sexton
December 8, 2008
Sister Kathy, My heart grieves for the loss of brother John. His smile, sense of humor and loving, generous heart will always be remembered by those of us who were blessed to know him and call him friend. You are in our prayers.
Crissy Fullerton
December 8, 2008
Ms. Kathy,
Thank you for sharing John with us, Sacred Harp Singers. He is an amazing being and a very good mentor. I am blessed to have known him even for just a year, but he has touched my heart in an encouraging way. When he took me under his wings, he taught me about how magnificent Sacred Harp is. Persuading me to take part in every sing and even lead;giving me that smile, assuring me that I am doing it right. He would be dearly missed and I would never forget a great person like him even to this day.
Pat Presley
December 7, 2008
Katleen,
You have my prayers and sympathy during your time of greivment. John was a great friend to all of us at the Math Lab. I met John in 1966 when I became a film reader there. It was my pleasure to work with him until he retired. He was a great friend and I will miss humor and conversation when we saw each other. God bless you.
CHARLES C. THOMAS
December 7, 2008
Kathleen, With our Love and Compassion, we,
Clara and Charles Thomas wish to offer our concern, prayers,
and condolences. John was a good friend and will be missed
by a great number of people.
sharon kellam
December 7, 2008
He was a light in this world of darkness - I will miss him. A friend of song, a leader, a singer - extending the gift of kindness and generosity to all he met. I feel blessed to have shared time singing with and knowing him.
Grady Baggett
December 7, 2008
God bless you Kathleen. I am Grady, brother to Joeseph and a bunch of sisters (Baggetts). Sorry can't be with you. Grady
Wayne Gadow
December 7, 2008
Kathy,
Our sincerest condolences. I especially remember John's wry sense of humor, he caught me off guard several times and it was a joy to see his response when he knew, "I gottcha." Know that Sandy and I are thinking of you during this sad time.
Wayne Gadow
Sissy Mosley
December 7, 2008
Dear Cliff and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sissy (Beck) Mosley
Joe and Jerry Baggett
December 7, 2008
We will miss you good friend, rest well
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