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John FELTON Obituary

FELTON , John W. Well-known public relations executive, playwright, and former President of Vicars Landing in Pointe Vedra Beach, FL, John W. Felton, 84, passed away on May 7, 2013. Born in Grundy, VA on March 21, 1929, "Jack" earned Bachelor and Master's degrees at the University of Michigan. After graduation in 1952, he served as an Information Officer in the USAF Strategic Air Command during the Korean War. National President of the Public Relations Society of America in 1985 and 1986, his corporate career included leadership assignments in three FORTUNE 500 companies-United States Steel, Interstate Brands, Inc. and McCormick Spice Company where he served as Corporate Vice President of Communications. After his retirement in 1995, he became the Freedom Forum Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Florida and established the Institute for Public Relations Research there. He retired from teaching and as President and CEO of the Institute in 2004 and he and his wife, the former Ann Reynolds of Roanoke, VA, moved to Vicar's Landing at Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. His professional writing includes eight plays published by Bakers Plays, Boston, and an award winning film, "The Bread Winners." He was the editor of two books. In 1974, he was awarded the George Washington Medal from the Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge for his play "Segments in Stained Glass." Another of his plays, "Peace is and Olive Color" was produced on public television to celebrate the sesquicentennial of the state of Michigan. An Elder in the Presbyterian Church, he wrote and produced the Easter Pageant for the City of Pittsburgh in 1974. Staged in the 7,000 seat Civic Arena, the production featured performers from the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Pittsburgh Symphony and the City Ballet. It marked the first time the city's Catholic Diocese and the Council of Churches had ever combined for a community service. In 1991, he was name "Outstanding Professional of the Year" by PR NEWS and was the 1992 recipient of the Golden Anvil, PRSA's highest award. Other awards included the 1999 David Ferguson Award for outstanding contributions to PR Education from the Educators' Academy and the Arthur W Page Distinguished Service Award in 2002. He received the Alexander Hamilton Medal from the Institute for Public Relations in 2004 and in 2006 the Institute named its Golden Ruler Scholarship Award for Jack. He is survived by his three children: Dr. Fred Felton (wife Joanne) of Baltimore, MD, Dr. David Felton, (wife Sarah) of Bridgeport, WV, and MariAnn Felton Seybold (husband James) of Fairfax, VA, and six grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, May 11, 2013 in Palms Presbyterian Church. The family requests contributions to be made in Jack Felton's name to Palms Presbyterian Church, 3410 3rd St. South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, and Vircar's Landing Scholarship Fund, 1000 Vicars Landing Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082. Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach, FL.

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Published by Baltimore Sun on May 10, 2013.

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Colleen Hermann

May 4, 2019

Hi Felton Family. To this day, I can still smell Polo and think of him. 619 was a special place and he was always a special guest. I continue to think of him and your mom, with great affection and smile! Thanks for sharing him with us!

Herald Hughes

October 26, 2013

He was the greatest of roommates and then a lifelong friend. I loved him like a brother. He and Ann were very dear to both Jo and me. Our deepest sympathy to all the family. I regret that I didn't know of his passing until last week, 10/18/13. A cousin filled me in and then I found this notice. Love to the four children. Jo and Hal Hughes.

June Madlom Blevins

June 2, 2013

I remember Jack when attended Williamson High School in Williamson, WV, he graduated in 1947, a good student and a good friend, deepest sympathy to your family.

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Angela Jeffrey

May 17, 2013

Jack was so wonderful to me throughout my involvement with the IPR ... and after the company I worked for declared bankruptcy. He was an enormous encourager who opened some very important doors for me. I loved his warmth, character and intellect. I miss him very much.

Rachel Kovacs

May 16, 2013

Jack was truly a gentleman and a scholar. As great a professional as he was, he never lost his humility and was truly a mentor and a source of strength to young scholars. On a personal level, he never ceased to encourage my scholarship. He always had a kind word and a smile. Jack will be sorely missed by all.

Bonita Neff

May 14, 2013

Jack and I had lunch at Miami's IPRRC in March. It was always quality time with him. Now the memory is very precious. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Bonita

Charleen Harris

May 13, 2013

Dear Family,
I did not know Mr. Felton, but I have been a patient of his son, Dr. J. Fred Felton for many years. I extend sincere condolences to him and the rest of the family in the loss of their Dad. May all the wonderful memories you have of him live on and always give you comfort.

Bob Kornecki

May 11, 2013

Jack was an incredibly accomplished professional and a warm and loving human being. It was an honor to know him, if only briefly.

Colleen Hermann

May 11, 2013

For the past 3+ years I have had the pleasure of waiting on Mr. Felton and his family! To say he will be missed is an understatement. He was always a joy to have in the room. I was always greeted with a smile and a hug! No one else is quite like him! I feel very fortunate to have known him!

May 11, 2013

Quite a friend. You will be missed Audrey & Dick Selby

Fran Minakowski

May 10, 2013

Oh, Jack -- those scented McCormick annual reports! Your creation -- and an inspiration to the rest of us rookie PR practitioners! Thank you for your many kindnesses. May you rest in His peace!

Judy VanSlyke Turk

May 10, 2013

Jack was a one-of-a-kind PR leader. Principled, ethical, willing to take on the tough fights. He also was a dear friend to many of us, sharing stories, drinks, meals and late-night bar closings with many of us. They don't make them like Jack anymore. I am privileged to have known and spent so much time with Jack and his best friend/wife, Ann. They're together now, probably enjoying a cocktail.

Fraser Likely

May 10, 2013

So much fun! So colourful! Your presence will be so missed around many a board room or bar room table. Jack, 'till we meet again. Bless you.

Dean Kruckeberg

May 10, 2013

Jack, you were a truly great professional, both as a practitioner and as a teacher, and a truly great human being. We will miss you!

Dean

Jody Buffington aud

May 10, 2013

I will always remember Jack with great fondness. Even as a young professional, Jack took the time to talk to me as an equal. We will all miss him!

David Michaelson

May 10, 2013

Jack, we will miss you.

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