John S. League V

FAMILY'S EULOGY

For those who don’t know me I’m Jenny, the big sister. Since there is no way that I will be able to speak at the funeral I’d like to share a few words on behalf of the family…

When Johnny first told me about his diagnosis with Stage 4 Colon Cancer he was quick to add that on the bright side he didn’t have a bucket list. I thought about it a minute and realized that that was 100% true. John lived life to the fullest and left no stone unturned. He had been surfing, skiing, deep sea fishing, white water rafting, hunting, flying an airplane, jumping out of an airplane, traveling all over the world…and these are just the things I know about.

This guy had done more by his mid 40’s than most people do in a lifetime. He worked hard, played hard and encouraged others to do the same. He was an inspiration for so many people to get out and enjoy life to the fullest. He never worried about not having the time, the money, or the ability to do anything that he wanted to do. He would just do it. His charismatic personality, quick wit and clever words of wisdom made an impact on whoever he met...

...He adored our mother. He spent every holiday with family and brought so much joy and laughter into our lives. He would do everything he could to help mom in any way he could. He spent a lot of time with her and our family. He chose to not have children of his own but he spoiled his two nephews, Logan & Cameron relentlessly. He was their idol. Whether it was surfing, skiing, sky diving or any other adventure if Uncle John said something was cool to do they did it and thought that it was cool. They had to work hard to keep up with him even on his sickest days. He taught them so much about life and how to live it with his countless “words of wisdom”. He was a great role model and inspired them to achieve any goal they set out to do. He had a great passion for life and generous nature. He was also close with my husband Boh. They spent many hours together tailgating at Ravens games, eating crabs and even racing dragster cars.

Even when he was undergoing his most intense cancer treatments he continued to make time with family and friends a priority. He had several remarkable friends who helped him in so many ways. They took turns driving him to endless doctor appts and were quick to offer moral support at any time of the day or night. His girlfriend Dayna has been a blessing to the family and was there for him to the very end.

He had such a positive outlook on life and was always excited to try the latest treatments in an effort to halt this terrible disease. He fought hard to the bitter end. If nothing else we can all learn a lesson from him to stop fretting about the little things and get out there and live life to the fullest. That’s certainly what he did. RIP baby brother. You’ll always be remembered as a legend! 😘

OBITUARY

John Simpson League V, 51, of Annapolis, MD passed peacefully on Monday, September 19, 2022.

John was born in Baltimore, MD on July 23, 1971 to John S. League IV and Kathleen Winkel League. He is survived by his sister Jennifer League Young and her husband Edward; half-sister Beth League Henry; and his nephews, Logan & Cameron Young who consider him to be a legend. John is also survived by his loving girlfriend, Dayna Ryan. A connector by nature, John will forever be the core of an expansive network of lifelong friends.

John attended St. Ursula Catholic School prior to graduating from Calvert Hall College High School in 1989. He earned a bachelor's degree from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, College Park in 1993. John co-owned and operated Environmental Landcare, serving the Annapolis area for over 25 Years.

John always gave everyone and everything his best. Whether surfing, skiing, hunting, fishing, or flying, he continuously sought the most "proper” adventure. No detail was insignificant, which any friend can attest to when it came to John's knack for storytelling.

John's positive outlook on life was as contagious as his smile. No obstacle prevented him from living life to the fullest, while helping others do the same. As a contributing member of the Annapolitan club, and many other local organizations, John loved to spend time connecting with his community.

A visitation for John will be held on Sunday and Monday, September 25 and 26, 2022, from 2 to 5 PM at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home, 147 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. A Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, September 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the John Hopkins Colorectal Cancer Center of Excellence. https://secure.jhu.edu/form/ColorectalCancerResearchCenterofExcellence