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John McPherson Obituary
John was born in Lenoir City, Tenn., on Jan. 2, 1927. His family later moved to Knoxville, Tenn., where he attended Rule High School. Upon graduation, he was drafted by the Navy and served in the Pacific during World War II. Upon his return, he graduated from East Tennessee State University as well as Vanderbilt University. In 1955, he and his wife, June, moved to Stone Mountain where he began his teaching and coaching career at Stone Mountain High School and later became the Assistant Principal. During his tenure at Stone Mountain High, he continued his education by earning a graduate degree from the University of Georgia. He remained at Stone Mountain High School until 1974 when he became the coordinator of the Adult Enrichment Program at Georgia Perimeter College (formerly DeKalb College) until his retirement in 1984. After retirement, Mr. McPherson co-founded American Hole 'n One where he worked until 2005. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Gainesville, as well as Royal Lakes Country Club. He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mary McPherson; and sister, Mary Schaad. He is survived by his wife, June Allen McPherson; daughter and son-in-law, Mary Lou Lewis and John Lewis; son John McPherson and daughter-in-law Beth McPherson; grandchildren, Leslie Mayeur (Dr. Jason Mayeur), John A. Lewis, Anna and Sara McPherson.
At John's request, his remains were donated to Emory University Medical Research. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First Baptist Church of Gainesville, c/o Our Faith our Future, 751 Green St., Gainesville, GA 30501 or
Eagle Ranch, Box 7200, Chestnut Mountain, GA 30502.
A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of the First Baptist Church of Gainesville on Tuesday, May 1, at 2 p.m.
Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at little
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Little & Davenport Funeral Home, 355 Dawsonville Highway S.W., Gainesville, GA 30501.
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for John McPherson
Swain Guzzardi
May 1, 2012
Mr. McPherson was my football coach when I was a sub-freshman at Stn Mtn in 1960. He was a man that I looked up too through High School and after. He was also the reason my little sister went to college. My dad had lost his job due to a heart attack and my mother didn't work. There wasn't any money for my little sister to go to college when she graduated. Mr. McPherson paid, out of his pocket, for her to go to DeKalb College. I regret that I only live a mile or so from Royal Lakes, had I know he was there I would have loved to visit with him and thank him for his kindness. He was a good man and he is missed.
Paul & Dianne Bateman
April 30, 2012
June & Children,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your
your husband and father. John was the very first person we met at Royal Lakes
Diane, Morgan and Matthew
April 30, 2012
Praying for everyone. It was unk who took me to the driving range the first time! Lots of love to you all. Wish we could be there.
Joanne Epley
April 30, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at the loss of your dear husband and father. David spoke of his Uncle "Mac" often.
Little Davenport Funeral Home
April 30, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Susie Combee
April 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the Lord cover you with His comfort as only He can and may He also bring sweet memories during this difficult time.
April 29, 2012
Our prayers are with your family during these difficult times . May God lead you as you mourn John's loss. Doug & Diane Magnus
Linda Chapman
April 29, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May special memories bring peace to your heart.
Tom and Linda Chapman
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