John Harold Whatley

Nelson in Long Beach, California. John was a longtime resident of

Grants Pass, Oregon.

He is predeceased by his parents, his

brothers Tom Whatley and WilliamWhatley, and his third wife Laurie Stewart. Survivors include daughters Donna Shackle (Devin) of Apex, NC and Lisa Ernest (Edward) of

McKinney, TX; sisters Ramah Lee Peralta (Frank) of Bonita, CA, Renah

Lee Crow (Brice) of Redlands, CA, and Lyndalee Vandervalk (Stephen)

of Grants Pass, OR; and numerous nieces and nephews.

John also had a dog named Mytzi who was the world to him. As a child

John loved all animals and horses, in particular his own Shetland pony

he named “Alberturkey”. He loved all things outdoors, sports, and the

beauty of nature. John was an amazing craftsman and made beautiful

works of art from wood and was owner of Custom Cabinets &

Woodworks by John Whatley. He loved his family immensely and was

fiercely protective of them.

John was not “religious”, but his faith in God was unshakable, even in

his darkest moments, and he was ready to meet his Heavenly Father. He

will be remembered as a gifted storyteller with a wonderful sense of

humor. He was be cremated, and a private Celebration of Life was held

for immediate family. John was dearly loved, and will be greatly

missed. May he rest in peace.

Amen