On November 15, 2024, John S. Scatena passed away surrounded by his friends and family.
He is survived by daughters Renee’ McDonnell (Rich Carney), and Johnna Deering (Michael), Grandchildren Daniel McDonnell, Peter McDonnell, Thomasina Deering and John Deering; sister Linda Pritts (Jim) and brother Jeff Scatena; nephews and niece Jim Pritts, Justin Pritts and Kaicey Pritts. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jessie Scatena (Borland) and his sister Cynthia.
John was a lover of music. He spent most of his life in the Atlanta area as owner of Cafe’ 290, a well- loved jazz club. John was bigger than life and could always be seen with a smile on his face as he was entertaining the multitude of people who came to the club to hear phenomenal music and develop lasting friendships. He will be greatly missed but will live on through the many memories and stories he created. “It’s a beautiful thing!”
Dates for John’s celebration of life will be communicated via family and friends.
