John Matthew UPLEDGER

John UPLEDGER Obituary

UPLEDGER, John Matthew

age 56, CEO of Upledger Institute International, the Barral Institute and the International Alliance of Healthcare Educators (IAHE) passed away on May 21, 2017 surrounded by loved ones at his home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. JM was born in Kirksville, Missouri and as a child moved with his family to Clearwater, Florida. JM was raised in both Florida and Michigan and attended Michigan State University (go Spartans). He leaves behind his beloved wife, Donna Stevens Upledger; their daughter, Miranda Skye Upledger; his sister, Leslie Upledger Ray (James) of San Diego, California; his brother, Michael Upledger (Lynne) of Clearwater, Florida; and his mother, Beverly Roy Upledger of Palm Beach Gardens. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Mark Upledger; his stepbrother, Rob Noll; and his father, Dr. John E. Upledger, the developer of Upledger CranioSacral Therapy. In addition, other surviving loved ones include his stepmother, Dianne Gardner (Pete); a large extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his numerous friends and colleagues.

JM was known for his incredible sense of humor, his passion for life and a good party. He loved 70s and 80s music, and was passionate about his Miami Dolphins and MSU Spartans. Most of all, he was known for his incredible compassion and generosity. From staff to friends, he always made time to listen and then, with great empathy and kindness, offer advice that was wise beyond his years. His big-heartedness and loyalty were just two of the emblems of his larger-than-life personality.

JM gave his time and talents by serving on the boards of numerous professional, community, civic and business organizations and associations. He was an active member of the Young Presidents Organization/World Presidents Organization where he served in a variety of capacities.

To continue his legacy and honor JM's life work, the family requests donations be made in his memory to the Dr. John E. Upledger Foundation, for the establishment of a John Matthew Upledger Scholarship. Donations can be made online: upledger.org/help or sent: Dr. John E. Upledger Foundation, 11211 Prosperity Farms Rd., Ste. D325, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410.

Celebration of Life details will be posted in the near future on the company's website page for John. Please go online to:

http://www.upledger.com/jm/.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on May 28, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for John UPLEDGER

10 Entries

Linda Bradak

May 18, 2023

I imagine Miranda is a young lady now, and Donna, her mom, remains as beautiful as ever. John Matthew's death was doubtless the hardest for them.

I was touched by Diego Maggio's tribute to JM in the recent class on CranioSacral Therapy for Depression, Loss, and Grief. As I understand it, John Matthew "steered the ship" through some turbulent waters. As a longtime "Uppie," I am surely glad he did.

David Dolan

May 20, 2019

My buddy John,
How I missed him and his fun party presence at the Dura this year. I was so impressed how the conference kept honoring he and his wonderful father. They both are key personal figures in my life and I miss them so !
Dave Dolan

David Dolan

May 21, 2018

Loosing a friend so young is hard to digest. I feel so grateful to JM and Dr. John, for making it possible for me to be involved in the Bio-Aquatic Dolphin program in the Bahamas. Those years were full of excitement, healing, and discovery, and my life has ever been changed from those and other UI experiences.
JM, you will always be remembered for the change you created in the world.

Dianna Burdick

February 10, 2018

As a practitioner of CST, I was very sorry to learn of the passing of John Mathew Upledger. My profound condolences to the family. I've so enjoyed his interviews over the years in both Massage Magazine and on YouTube. His graceful and intelligent represtation of our work, and his sense of humor were so enjoyable and sweet. Love to you all. His legacy continues.

David Dolan

June 13, 2017

What a shock to hear the news that JM is no longer with us. I am deeply saddened.
Dave

Samantha Paige-Graeber, LMT

June 6, 2017

John is a light. What a gentle soul. My deepest sympathies.

Linda Bradak

June 3, 2017

I am in Germany now, where I came to TA a class and then to visit friends. JM's death is the exact same date, May 21, as that of my stepson. I will ever hold both of them in my heart and remember each with gratitude and affection for the gift their lives were and the light each brought to the world.

Donna and Miranda, you are not alone. Know that, and FEEL it. So many of us all around the world hold you in our love and share the sadness that comes with loss.

God bless, Linda Foster Bradak

May 28, 2017

My condolences to his family. When Dr.John E. Upledger moved his family to
Clearwater, Fl & lived in Harbor Oaks, not only were they neighbors & some of my family would look after them, but Dr.Upledger became our family doctor.
Reta S. Jordan

Karen Polek

May 25, 2017

Will miss JM's guidance and humor during our BTD conferences.

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