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JOHN PLATT Obituary
Potomac Falls, VA - John Cheney Platt III (Jack), aged 80, died unexpectedly on January 4, 2017 of advanced esophageal cancer. Jack, also known as "Cowboy," served proudly as an officer in the United States Marine Corps followed by 25 years of service in the Central Intelligence Agency. He led a life full of intrigue, mystery and adventure serving his country abroad in Austria, Laos and France. He was a natural leader, a mentor to many, and did not suffer fools lightly. After retiring from the CIA, he formed the Hamilton Trading Group partnership that allowed him to continue training others on security awareness measures to protect themselves in a dangerous new world. He spent his last few years traveling widely with his wife and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held February 3, 2017 beginning at 2 p.m. at 20522 Falcons Landing Circle, Potomac Falls, VA 20165. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the US Marine Corps Memorial Association: http://mmanetcom.marineclub.com/Donate
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Margaret Traber
January 9, 2025
yes it has been a long time since I looked after DeeDee, Michelle, and Leigh in Vienna. Your Dad was a very special person, very similar in character to President Carter. You girls are very lucky to have had him as your Dad. God Bless, Margaret
Margaret Traber
January 11, 2023
One of the nicest people I have ever met and I am almost 80 years this July. Best wishes to the family, I was baby sitter to Leigh, Didi and Michelle when they were all living in Vienna. One of the best periods of my life, huge hugs, Margaret
Margaret Traber, Vienna
January 9, 2022
I guess I was in my late 20's when I met Paige and Didi and Michelle, the twins were just over 2 years old, I fell in love with them, they were the nearest I had seen children looking like the rolling stones. It was one of the best periods of my life. I think I was looking after them for 4 years, both Jack and Paige were special people, but Jack had something very special, he would go the extra mile, the extra 10, 100 miles for his family and for what he believed in. He would challenge anybody to see that justice was served. Honestly, I never met anybody like him. To the family, I am so sorry that you can not meet and talk with the most respected and loved person I ever met.
Margaret Traber
December 10, 2017
I was thinking about you all and happy days in Vienna. My deepest condolences Paige and the girls. God Bless. Margaret Traber.
Nico
May 30, 2017
I was thinking about you both and then saw the news. My heartfelt condolences, Paige. I'm never going to forget Jack and I'm so sorry to having just missed him.
D Mead
April 11, 2017
Rest In Peace my friend you were a true Patriot and Warrior, Semper Fi
My sincerest condolences and hopes of comfort for your loving Family.
Dano
Donna Tyrone
March 8, 2017
Thank you Mr. Platt.
J.D. LeaSure
February 7, 2017
Paige and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was an icon and a true friend. You are in our prayers. May the Lord Bless him and take him into the Kingdom of Heaven. Bless his soul and console his family. Rest in Peace Cowboy. Blessings, J.D.
January 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to Paige and the family. A wonderful man, full of honour and integrity, it was a true privilege to have known him. RIP Cowboy.
Maggie Munday
Sweden
January 28, 2017
Happy Trails, Cowboy.
Godzilla
Michelle DuBois
January 26, 2017
Jack,
Thank you for always being there when I needed to talk and for always finding a way to make me laugh at the issues I was facing. You had a wonderful way of putting things into perspective. You were my mentor, my boss and most importantly my amazingly wonderful friend! I loved living my life vicariously through your stories. The world was defiantly a better place because you were in it. I miss you my friend.
January 26, 2017
RIP, Cowboy. We'll miss you.
Phil
JAMES MURPHY
January 26, 2017
Paige,
Sorry to hear of Jack's passing. My last visit to your home was too long ago. You and Jack are in my prayers.
Jim Murphy '58
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