John Charles "JC" Feaster

It was a pleasure to get to know John as he lobbied for connection opportunities on behalf of Elaine, bringing her to a Tampa Bay Wave event held at a Tampa Bay Rays game a few years ago. I am so sorry to hear of his loss and hope that happy memories will help those who loved him to heal their very heavy hearts. I've had the opportunity to watch Elaine start her USF journey with the support of USF's Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and I hope knowing she has our support offers some comfort and I wish for Andrew a similar support network as he starts at USF. Go Bulls. With deepest condolences, Dee Garcia

JC was one of the IT guys everybody trusted. He was there on my first day at USF to set up my computer. Always helpful and knowledgeable; I missed him when he was no longer on campus. I pray for all JC's family and friends who mourn his loss. Depression is a dread thief that can no longer harm him. I am thankful for happy memories of JC. God Bless Jane, Elaine and Andrew.

I was fortunate to have met JC in Toronto in December of 1998. Although our meeting was brief I was so grateful to know such an incredible person had become part of my best friend Jane's life.

Met JC at my brother's farm for a Thompson reunion a few years ago. He was a very pleasant gentleman to whom it was easy to carry on a conversation. Looked forward to meeting him again, but covid changed that opportunity. The tributes to him speak volumes. All of you, Jane, Elaine, and Andrew, have our deepest sympathy in your profound loss.

Cousin Marilyn Rutherford and family from Ontario.

JC was always a bright spot in the USF IT staff in my days working there. With a smile on his face and a friendly hello, he was kind and cheerful to everyone he interacted with, whether he knew them or not. I always enjoyed stopping by his and Dave Brown's office to listen to their high-bandwidth conversations.

JC helped fill my days as an undergrad at USF with warmth and laughter. Those years as a student employee at the college of business remain special to me. We had so much fun, I can never forget those days. JC was never lacking in empathy, kindness, encouragement, or helpful advice. He made everyone feel like there was always someone rooting for them. I am grateful for having known him.

I'll always remember JC as the kindest person. We met through a local meetup, and I always looked forward to seeing JC walk in the door every month because he had a smile and friendly comment for everyone. The world is less bright without him. Sending love to his family.

I was on a panel in June, and JC approached me after it was over. We had a great conversation around our shared interests and love for technology. He was incredibly kind. I´m so sorry for your loss.

I remember last new years, JC let me be a part of his family tradition. The tradition is that the first person to walk into the house in the new year has to be a tall, dark haired man carrying a drink so the family will never be thirsty, food so the family will never grow hungry, and wood so the family will never grow cold. For years, John Charles was the one to carry this tradition out. He allowed me to be the first one to step foot in his house on new years to bring the good luck to the family. I felt so honored that he allowed me to pick up the role as one of the men in the family and I will continue this tradition every year with his son Andrew in honor of him.

JC (John Charles) Feaster was an incredibly memorable man who made a difference in all of the lives he touched. I am so thankful that I grew to know him as not just my "little brother´s girlfriend´s dad", but as JC. It´s interesting - you wouldn´t have expected someone of that relation to have made such an impact on my life. Yet he made an impact on me and my fiancé that we will carry with us for the rest of our lives. An impact I´ll be sure to tell my future nieces and nephews about.

JC was a friend to everyone and always spread kindness. That´s one of the things I will remember forever: his kindness. He was also incredibly curious, knowledgable, and innovative. He had a passion for not just his interests, but people too. JC never met a stranger.

JC was a present husband and father, so involved in his family´s lives. And as our families melded together through Jacob and Elaine´s love, I came to get excited to see Jane and JC at family events and get-togethers. Over the last 2 years, they´ve become family.

One of my fondest memories I have of JC was his excitement for me and my parents to visit his family farmhouse. During our weekend there, we explored, relaxed, and sat around a small bonfire that us kids made. (That was so fun!)

I also hold dear his help at my Aunt´s estate sale (a chaotic and hard time for my family). JC added energy and helpfulness to that hard time that I´ll always remember. We were so thankful.

The Feaster family also attended several of the Turbiville family´s holiday/special occasion parties. JC always enjoyed those. Many of JC and I´s conversations were at these get-togethers, revolving around anything and everything that interested us. I will hold all of those moments close to my heart.

Jacob, my little brother and Elaine´s boyfriend, always spoke so highly of his "father-in-love". He would tell me about things that he and JC had done recently, and stories/words of advice JC had given him. Jacob truly looked to JC as a second father. I know Jacob will carry the fond memories they shared and lessons he learned from JC throughout his life. I know he´ll impart these memories and lessons to his future children as well.

My heart aches for the Feaster family on so many levels. As a person with a life partner. As a sister. As a daughter. As a friend. And as someone who has battled depression since my early teen years.

This plane of existence lost a great man. A great husband. A great father. A great son. A great brother. And a great friend.

A quote for thought: "What is grief, if not love persevering?"

We´ll love you forever, JC. Rest easy.

Everything written about JC's character in this guestbook is true. I have known JC since he was a student at USF, and then he became a colleague who I trusted and relied on. He always had a smile and had positive vibes. My deepest condolences to Jane, Elaine, and Andrew.

This is so sad. JC was the only person I knew in our IT office in the old days, from almost twenty years ago. He was always happy, cheerful, nice, and helpful. He is so young. Very shocking to see this email and read the article. He will be missed by us. My condolences to his family.

JC helped make my transition to USF easy many, many years ago when he was in IT support. He and other IT colleagues worked in the basement of "the bunker" but served large areas of the campus. I worked for two demanding deans and JC was often one of the "go to" guys when we had computer issues and I often called him when we prepped to avoid issues at special events, or when I had done something to cause an issue with my desktop PC. Even after he left to go to the Provost's Office, and on to work at Citi, he would be one of the first people to RSVP for events. I would see him at Conversation with a CEO breakfasts, the homecoming parade watch party, or other college gatherings. He always showed off photos of his kids during our quick "how you been" conversations. It saddens me to learn that he struggled with depression and I extend my condolences to his family. I have been through that kind of loss in my own family and know how hard it can be.

I will never forget how much Mr. Feaster loved to take a picture every single time of Elaine and I when we saw each other after elementary school. He loved to take them so much and I hope we always still will for him!

Every time I saw JC, he had a smile on his face.
He will be missed by us all.

During COVID Jane and JC were part of our "Corona Cup" quiz that we held every Saturday for the best part of a year. Jane and JC quickly became the couple to beat. Unfortunately I never got to know JC properly but will always remember him for being a smart and really switched on person. Lots of love Sam & Sara

John was a friend and former colleague to me, and was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. He was always so kind and supportive. Hands down, the friendliest, kindest and most welcoming person in the room. He had an enormous heart and was truly extraordinarily compassionate to others. He was always such a wonderful presence at my professional tech events, making friends with everyone in the room and sharing his insights. He was a big bundle of sunshine to anyone he came into contact with. He loved his family and spoke so well about his children´s accomplishments and how proud he was. I am grateful to have had the blessing of knowing him. He is already, and will be, dearly missed. May he rest in peace.

JC will be missed so much! Every time I was in his presence he made you feel the love he had for everything. He always had such a kindness that was palpable. He was thoughtful. He was always willing to help with anything. His love for his family was no secret. He was so proud of his kids and all their accomplishments. My son loved him. He cherished his time with JC We felt like JC was family from the moment we met him. Rest in Peace sweet JC you truly left your mark in this world!

I don´t have much memory of him nor ever really formally met him but for the few seconds I had with him I knew the love for his family was pure and genuine and that´s all that mattered to him. It´s very devastating that we lost such a good person in this world. May he rest in peace knowing his family will always love him.

Condolences to Becky and family. You and your family are in our prayers.

This is is Joshua Junior I am a distant relative of the Feaster and Mixsons. I might have seen John at a Feaster reunion some years ago and I do remember his parents Becky and Gerald. I was so saddened to get word that John had passed away and I will be lifting up the family in prayer.

JC loved coming up to Georgian Bay. He enjoyed the family bbqs at our trailer in Meaford. He was a very kind, caring person, always asking how he could help. We only saw him every 2 years but he will be greatly missed.

We are sorry to hear about Jc. You and your family are in our prayers love Wendy and aunt Lorraine

I remember first meeting JC at his home when Elaine was hosting her 17th birthday party. He would be at every volleyball game and it was a pleasure to spend time with him and share a conversation whenever I got the chance. He was always such a welcoming and jovial man.

JC represented what it meant to be a great man, to an absolute T.

A great father, A great husband, A great son, A great friend...A great person.
He loved his family so deeply and was so incredibly proud of his children´s accomplishments and it was known to everyone. He was so incredibly smart but always humble. A trait that is rare to find.

To whomever may be reading this,
Always be kind, always be gentle with one another, because you never know what someone may be struggling with.
JC will truly be missed but will surely never ever be forgotten with all the love he has left here on Earth.
We will continue to boast about how amazing JC was & how the world needs more people like him.

JC had the most energetic addicting personality. He made you instantly feel loved and welcomed. There is not enough paper or ink to describe what a wonderful man he truly was to all who knew him. He is missed so much already. I am and will always be grateful for knowing him and his family.