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Ioannis Datseris Obituary

Ioannis Datseris "JD" CHARLOTTE - Ioannis "JD" Datseris of Charlotte, NC passed away on September 16th, 2015, in a motor vehicle accident. Born in Endicott, NY he moved to the Charlotte area in 1995. He is survived by his son Phoenix, his parents Ioannis and Dianne Datseris, brother and sister-in-law Evangelos (Angelo) and Leah Rubertino Datseris as well as aunts, uncles, and cousins in Florida and Greece, and many longtime friends in New York and North Carolina. JD was and always be remembered for having a zest for life and for being the life of the party. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the McEwen Funeral Home, visitation is scheduled at McEwen (5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte) from 4-7pm Sunday, September 20th. Services will be held at Saint Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church in Charlotte on Monday September 20th at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Nektarios in memory of Ioannis "JD" Datseris.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Sep. 19, 2015.

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Regina

December 27, 2015

Dianne, John, and Angelo, we are so sorry to have learned of John-John's passing. I remember playing together with the boys as a small child, and having fun. I'm sorry his son will not get the chance to know him. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

-Cousin Regina Rizzi Santore, husband Rudy, and son Ryder, and cousin Donna Rizzi McKinley and family

Chrisoula Georgiadis-Gottlick

October 13, 2015

Dear Dianne & John,

I am so sorry and sad to hear of the loss of John-John. It's still his name to me after all these years. It's unimaginable. My love and prayers are with you all.

September 26, 2015

John, Dianne & family,
Very saddened to hear of John's passing and thinking of you all during this difficult time. Our prayers and love to you all.
Michael Rizzi & family

jean custer

September 24, 2015

My son, Jason Wiggs, was a close friend of JD's and I know his passing has affected not only him but so many lives. Jason told me a little about your son and it reminded me of Jason, himself. I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words that anyone can say to ease this loss. Praying for Peace for your family and his many, many friends. May all them see him one day in the Lords Glorious Heaven.....

John Winters

September 23, 2015

dear friends, John and Dianne, we are deeply saddened by the passing of your dear son. we offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family. may the lord comfort you and bless you. sincerely, John $ Ritsa and Family.

September 22, 2015

Dianne ,John and family ,I just heard about the passing of your son John , Lou and I are so very sorry for your loss .Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . Lou and Sharon Fiacco

Julian and Sally Rizzi

September 22, 2015

To all the Datseris Family, there are no words that can express the heartfelt pain and sorrow you are feeling. You are in our thoughts and prayers. John's memory will be with us forever and he will be deeply missed by all that knew him. Our deepest sympathy to you all.

September 22, 2015

Dear John, Dianne & Angelo,
We have warm memories of JD as our families spent happy summer days at Cayuga Lake. He and our son, Dan, went through UE together; John's lively, joyous nature & zest for life will live on. Please accept our deepest sympathy on your tragic loss.
Harold & Toby Kohn

September 22, 2015

Dianne, John and family, I am so very deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Kathy Fiacco-Pastrick

Marlene stacconi

September 22, 2015

All my love and prayers

Liz Papas

September 21, 2015

Our prayers are with the family. His spirit will live on.

Kimberly Turner

September 21, 2015

My deepest condolences to the Datseris family. John had a Wonderful spirit and was a great friend. He had so much love for his family and his son, Phoenix ..i will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers and may god wrap his arms around you in this time of grief and give you comfort in knowing that he is in a wonderful place with infinite love. We will see him again. Until that day comes, he will stay in our hearts forever.

September 21, 2015

Dianne/John/Angelo-
My heartfelt condolences to all you of. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Grazia De Palo

Chris and Jess Gardner

September 20, 2015

Though no words can help ease your pain, please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. John will be missed dearly and we are so grateful that we were able to know him as a friend. Our deepest sympathy to you all.

Cynthia Underwood

September 20, 2015

Diane, John, Angelo, and Phoenix,
John, as you know was a great Son, Brother, Father and loving Friend to so many and He will be greatly missed.
In the midst of this tragedy, I hope that you can find "joy" in all of the lives John touched in his short life here on Earth. I pray that God surrounds you all with his comfort and strength in the days ahead. Love and Light to you all!

Jason Atkin

September 20, 2015

John & I knew each other since 1st grade and then we went all the way thru high school together. That's a long time to know anybody really, but I felt I got to really *know* him via Facebook, as kinda lame but relevant as that is. His pictures with Phoenix were all really special and his love for him was so apparent. I was also happy that he was able to make a living making music - seems like he made a lot of people happy when he played and that's what it's all about. Take care, John Datseris, old friend. My deepest condolences to family & close friends.

Livia Cieri and family.

September 20, 2015

Our memories of JD are fond and long. Our prayers will always be with you.

September 20, 2015

Our heartfelt condolences to you all! May his memory be eternal.

~Love
Catina Egloff (Syracuse), Kevin, Liz and Helena Walts (Mooresville).

Dorothy Mangol

September 20, 2015

JD your light and energy filled every room you were in. Your friendship was constant, your love was known by all who you keep in your heart.
I love you my friend, I will miss you and I will cherish every moment I ever shared with you.
My prayers are with your family in hopes that one day they will find peace and especially to Phoenix that he will always know the love you had for him ❤
Rest In Peace

Gina Stacconi

September 20, 2015

Words can not express the sorrow I feel for all of you. My deepest prayers and sympathy

September 20, 2015

God Speed JD. I guess heaven needed a DJ! Keep them rocking until we meet again!

September 20, 2015

There is no words to describe the pain and the huge loss, only the love and healing power of God, may He be with you and guide you through this difficult time. We will pray for you and your family.
Our sincere condolences ,
The Yiannibas family.

Paul Nguyen

September 19, 2015

Our friendship was brief, but you kept me laughing for the longest time! JD John, i'll see you at the crossroads bro...

Linda Nirchi

September 19, 2015

Dianne, John & Family - We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your son, John. He went to school with and was friends with our son, David. He was a great person and was always smiling. May the peace of the Lord be with you at this most difficult time. God Bless you all!
Linda and Mike Nirchi

Johanna Georgoulakos

September 19, 2015

Prayers for the many friends and family you leave behind. Kyrie Eleison.

Cathy Rizzi

September 19, 2015

John, Diane and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your son John? Just to let you know we are thinking of all of you guys n this very difficult time
We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May he fly with the Angels and RIP. SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
LOve and Peace,
Art and Cathy Rizzi
Endicott,NY

Ms. Flonnie Taylor

September 19, 2015

To The Datseris Family,
Death leaves a heartache that only God can heal, Love leaves precious and wonderful memories that no one can steal. All these beautiful memories gathered through the years are your to keep forever. With Loving-Kindness& Joy

September 19, 2015

My family has known (John) for many years. He was a good friend to my son Brian Carr when we all lived in N.Y.. We will miss that beautiful smile and his laugh. It has been a pleasure to have known him and spend time with him. God bless your family and friends that will truly miss you every day.
God bless
Mr. & Mrs Jim Porter

Robin Bowman

September 19, 2015

JD inspired so many people. I was honored to have known him. He was loved by my daughter who inspired her with his positiveness and full of life. I will always treasure moments we shared since I met him in 2005. He will always be remembered as a man with Love for Life and loved everyone he knew. We will miss you baby boy. My heart n prayers for your family.

JE Jackson

September 19, 2015

Condolences to the family and long time friends of Loannis Datseris. May the God of comfort and peace strengthen you during your time of grief.

Tom McMeeken

September 19, 2015

We have never met, but we were among the first cars to arrive on the scene of the accident. My sincere condolences.

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