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John Severson Obituary
Severson, Dr. John George Phd.
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 83.
Beloved husband for fifty-nine years of Gerrie (nee Gallup); father of James (Faith) Severson, Laura (Jeffrey) Moore, Jon (Marqui) Severson and the late Ruthie Severson; loving grandpa of his five grandchildren Sean Severson, Cody Moore, Nicole Moore, Taggart Severson, and Halina Severson; great-grandfather of Ashton; brother of the late Shirley Severson; son of the late John and Murirel Severson; dear uncle, cousin, teacher, colleague, and friend to many.
John was born in Wenatchee, WA, graduated from Cashmere High School, went to Washington State University and joined the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and obtained his Phd from the University of British Columbia. John was a biology professor and advisor and dean of academic services who served for forty-five years at Saint Louis University. John raised his children in Webster Groves and retired to Bonne Terre, MO to their home on the lake. He was a 32nd degree Mason in Webster Groves Masonic Temple 84. He was an avid coin and stamp collector.
Services: Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 30, 12:00 p.m. Please RSVP at [email protected]. If desired, contributions may be made to the St. Louis Audubon Society. As a service of SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Severson
Hank Schmitten
April 3, 2024
John was my best friend growing up (We were born 9 days apart) and spent many a day and miles cruising in my car during our high school days. He was my Best Man at my wedding. I think of him often
Peter Bernhardt
April 2, 2024
John was always very kind and generous to younger members of faculty. He was competent and precise in his work and that made him someone you wanted to emulate. John represented the sunnier side of academia.
Jack Kennell
March 29, 2024
John was a terrific teacher, mentor, colleague, and role model. He was a gifted and caring instructor and advisor to his students. I am grateful for the advice and consultation he provided to me as a junior faculty member - he will be deeply missed.
Retha Meier
March 28, 2024
Dr. Severson taught plant biochemistry and plant physiology at Saint Louis University. He was a talented professor and cared about all of his students. I admired his intelligence, kindness, and patience. Dr. Severson will be missed.
Bob Bolla
March 28, 2024
When I arrived at SLU as Chair of the Biology Department, John greeted me and told me that he would do what he could do to help me get at the job. He understood undergraduate education well and yes did help me on several occasions. John became a friend.
Richard Mayden
March 27, 2024
I was Chair of the Biology Department when John left the administrative post and rejoined the faculty of biology to teach, advise students (and faculty), and basically anything one might ask to help with in biology. He was a fantastic teacher, advisor, mentor, steward and loyal friend. A great friend that we will miss terribly.
Jim Bundschuh
March 26, 2024
John was a dedicated colleague devoted to the many students he advised and helped during his years as Assistant Dean at Saint Louis University.
Gloria Barbre
March 26, 2024
So many memories of John and his family as neighbors on Marshall Avenue in Webster Groves. Always kind and gracious to us.
Rob Westrich
March 26, 2024
All Honor to his name.
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