John Marriner Eccles
1965 - 2015
John Marriner Eccles
1965 - 2015
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BORN
1965
DIED
2015
John Eccles Obituary
John Marriner Eccles, Esq., passed on to life eternal on Thursday, February 5, 2015 in Las Vegas, NV at the age of 49. John was born on December 7, 1965 to parents Robert and Sammye Eccles in Ann Arbor, MI. He served in the U.S. Army before attending college and graduating from the University of Toledo School of Law. John’s passion for law led him to work for more than 15 years since 1999 as almost exclusively a family law attorney after being accepted to the Nevada State Bar even before graduation. In addition to his work as an attorney he pursued his love of law by lecturing on family law for the Nevada Business Institute, being an adjunct professor for the criminal justice and paralegal programs at Las Vegas College, and serving as a Pro Tem Hearing Master in juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, and domestic violence courts. John was a loving, caring husband, father, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Melissa Eccles; his brother, Robert Eccles; his daughter, Jade Eccles; and extended family Suzanne Fritz, Patrick, and Ernest Moran. The service to celebrate John’s life will be held on Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 pm at Faith Community Lutheran Church located at 2700 S. Town Center Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89135. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Huntsman Cancer Institute, whose teams of doctors worked tirelessly to characterize John’s extremely rare tumor and create his treatment plan, at https://donate.huntsmancancer.org/2015-general-donation in memory of John Eccles.
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Angie Jasonides
March 4, 2015
You were my brother and I love you.
James
March 3, 2015
Many times I guess friends find it hard to put things down in writing on this occasion. Or they do like I did and misplace the card for a while. I have believed for a very long time that friends are a reason, a season, or a lifetime. John will be missed as he only got to share a season of my life, and of our church. We broke bread together on a few occasions, some cornbread and sweet tea at M&M's was one good place we chatted before a trustee meeting. My thoughts and prayers are with Melissa and the entire extended family in this their season of loss. I pray that those who knew him best can find strength in celebrating his life and accomplishments and carry on his good works. Godspeed in your healing. James Lemmons, (Las Vegas, NV)
Jennifer Henry
February 19, 2015
John will be missed! He was my constant "go to guy" to cover my professional duties, and always had a great story to lighten any mood. It has been an honor to have known him.
James Jimmerson
February 13, 2015
John Eccles was a good man and a fighter. He believed in, cared for and loved his family more than the world. God bless him.
P.S. Regrettably I will be out of the state on Sunday and will not be able to attend the services, but I will say a for John and his Family.
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Rene Winsor
February 12, 2015
I worked with John and also ran into him frequently at Family Court. He never failed to see light, and have a smile for me.
Greta Muirhead
February 12, 2015
John Eccles was smart and good natured. He will be missed.
Gloria O'Malley
February 12, 2015
John was blessed with a keen intellect; a generous heart; an incredible sense of humor; and a profound commitment to assisting those less able and in need. I am truly fortunate to have known him for so many years and will miss his infectious smile, irreverent stories and irrepressible laughter. He volunteered for pro bono work on a regular basis in my courtroom, and did whatever it took, in one notable case going the extra mile by researching online an affordable home remedy to eradicate "bed bugs;" buying a 50-lb bag of Diatomaceous earth; and lugging that bag down to the courthouse to give to the little girl's father, so that the father could continue to effectuate a good custodial timeshare with his daughter. What an amazing man....truly irreplaceable. Thank you Melissa and Jade for sharing him with us! He will be missed!
Mandy Mckellar
February 11, 2015
I have known John for a few years. He always seemed to have the ability to make me,and everyone in earshot smile. He had the most descriptive way of telling a story which usually ended in a punchline and laughter. John enjoyed life and you could tell, even when he was faced with some of the trials that he ran into recently. I am so glad that i got that one extra time to visit with him when he was in the hospital. You will certianly be missed John and i will treasure all the times that i was blessed to be in your presence.
Lynn Conant
February 10, 2015
Everyone will remember John's grin. It was contagious. Equally important was John's compassion for others. One weekend my husband was out of town & I made a comment that I was having a very simple one course dinner. It must have shocked John. Fearing that I was lonely, he immediately asked me to his home for a steak dinner. The gift of kindness and compassion is how I remember John.
Karen Connolly
February 10, 2015
Jade, your dad was very well liked and a very good lawyer. He was a treasure: talented; fair; clever and witty. It was a pleasure to work with him. When he was on the bench, it was a pleasure to appear before him--a very fair man indeed. I must confess, I have enjoyed a few glassed of wine with him too. John, I miss you already and truly can't believe you are gone.
Rich Jeffries
February 9, 2015
John and I were very close for a time as teenagers and young adults, I am going to miss looking forward to seeing him again. John was always a very confident personality, with the gift of wit and humor. He was a genuine and generous person, who would always have your back as a friend. John could talk about a lot of subjects, and we enjoyed comparing our tastes in music. He once gave me a high quality car stereo system because he was going off to the Army and wouldn't be needing it anymore; what a gesture of friendship that was to me, I am ever grateful for that memory. Farewell John, my friend.
Art Ritchie
February 9, 2015
John possessed the wonderful balance of intellect and compassion. I was happy to know him beyond his life as an advocate. He gently reminded me with an impish grin that Hokies were better than Wahoos, and he always had a great take on nearly every subject. His untimely passing is a shocking and devastating loss.
Corinne Montana
February 9, 2015
John was a funny man, a great teacher and a true gentleman. I'll miss you greatly.
Michael Burton
February 9, 2015
I am honored to have had John in my life as a co-worker, mentor, and a friend. His constant pleasant disposition and witty humor was a pleasure to be around. I will miss our daily interactions.
Josh Aronson
February 9, 2015
I did not have the privilege of working with John for a long time, but I can say I am a better attorney and better person for the experience. Every day, good or bad, when I asked him how he was doing he would tell me he was "living the dream." He is profoundly missed.
Melissa Franklin
February 9, 2015
I don't have many early 20s and 30s memories that don't include John. He was a part of mine Glenn (my ex husband) Gerry and Saras lives. One I. Particular was when Sara (his god daughter) was being born. We were in the hospital and I told the doc I wasn't ready to have her yet. They insisted the baby was going to be born so of course Glenn call John who lived in Toledo he drove all the way up to Michigan to be there for the birth with this huge bouquet of flowers only to greet us as we were checking out. several days later and John's birthday his goddaughter Sara entered all of our lives
Sharon Phelps
February 9, 2015
I always was touched by John's smile, like a ray of sunshine. When he left the courtroom, his smile was transferred to all of us who interacted with him. I especially liked his Facebook posts which showed his immense love for his wife & daughter. Such a good man!
Jillian Tindall
February 9, 2015
You are missed so much! You found complete happiness with Melissa and it showed in your eyes and smile. Your wit and humorous analytic wit kept Family Court bright and interesting. You are a good soul John, and I will see you in Heaven.
February 6, 2015
John's intellect, dry wit, and highly engaging nature will be truly and deeply missed by all of us who were privileged to know him. He clearly touched many lives, as we can tell from all the hearts which are now broken. A very, very sad time. Yet in our grief we are soothed and comforted with the assurance that all our lives are a bit fuller and richer for having known him.
---Bill Henderson
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