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He was born January 25, 1965, in Arlington Heights, IL, to the Willis Irl Else and Marion Eggers Else. He was extremely intelligent and athletic. His studies and cross-country talents at Western Reserve Academy earned him a scholarship to the University of Richmond. While attending U of R, he was selected as an alternate in the 1984 Olympics track and field team. He earned a BS in Philosophy. He also went on to receive a Technical degree from ITT Institute of VA. He worked in hotel management, while getting his ITT degree. Then later worked in customer support and management, program management, for Canon ITS, where he gained much respect. John later worked for Symmetry Financial Group. John excelled in each of his careers.
John was preceded in death by his father, Willis Irl Else. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 23 years, Dana Garner Else; his twelve year old daughter, Hailey Nicole Else; his mother, Marion Else; his sister, Sharon Else Ware; his brother, Robert "Bob" Else; and his nephews, Cole and Everett Ware. He will be sadly missed as well by his uncle, aunt, many cousins, extended family, and friends.
John was known for being so gentle and caring of everyone he met. The family would like to give special thanks to the outpouring of love and prayers, as he had many friends from his long, successful career at Canon ITS, his current career with Symmetry Financial Group, and of course our church and local restaurant friends.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private family burial will be held Friday, June 19, 2020, at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens, presided by Pastor Mike Plasters. We will have a celebration of life with family and friends at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Deep Creek United Methodist Church, 141 George Washington Hwy N., Chesapeake, VA 23323, or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at:
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Steve Brown
August 1, 2023
John was the best supervisors at Canon that I had the pleasure of working under. It was truly a blessing to know John and he will be truly missed.
Mike and Lynda
June 20, 2020
We have been thinking and praying for you Dana and Hailey! We were lucky to have some good times with John! Love and Prayers!
Mike Kachman
June 20, 2020
Dana and Hailey Im SO sorry that John was taken from you guys too early. It is my hope that you find peace and strength from your family, your friends, and your memories of the life you shared with John
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Deb Else
June 19, 2020
John will certainly be missed. Our love and prayers continue to go out to Dana, Hailey and the family. ❤
TIMOTHY ALLIK
June 18, 2020
I spent many fun times with John in high school, where we lived in the same dorm and often hung out together. He had a great sense of humor and I was glad to reconnect on Facebook a few years ago. I was so saddened to hear the news of his death. John and his family are in my thoughts during this challenging and difficult time.
Paulisa T. Canaan
June 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. John I will love you and miss you always. You were My Friend. You always treated me and all our friends as family. We all Loved you & always will. I will always remember the last I saw you in passing, I wave and said I miss you & goodbye, never knowing it would be the last. Rest in Heaven, Dear Friend.. Dana & Hailey you ladies are in my prayers and thoughts..
Kevin Dodd
June 18, 2020
Dear Dana & Hailey so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Kelly Summers
June 18, 2020
We are happy to have met John and he was a wonderful man. You have our love and support.
Sarah Reynolds
June 17, 2020
John will always be with us my love and prayers are with you, Dana and Hailey.
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