[Greater-Baltimore] Sad News: JC

[Anthony Cobb]

Ronza,
This is certainly  important information for me since both Marie and I have
significant  balance issues that limit our outdoor walking to level ground
and sidewalks.  So as sorry as I am, it would be irresponsible to undertake
 attending on Wednesday. We remember our friend John in our thoughts and
prayers.

Anthony Cobb
410-218-0439




On Sat, Oct 26, 2024 at 3:26 PM President--- via Greater-Baltimore <
greater-baltimore at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Federation Family, a little more information about the services for John
> this Wednesday. We will be arranging transportation from the NFB for those
> who want it. We’re also trying to get a rough  count of the number of
> people who plan to attend the reception so the family  can arrange for
> food. If you plan to attend, please let me know as soon as possible but no
> later than noon Monday. If you need transportation from NFB, please let
> both Ellen Ringlein and Me know by noon on Monday.
>
>
>
> The service will be at the graveside. This particular cemetery is natural,
> which is consistent with John’s love of the environment. That means that it
> may be a little difficult to navigate for those with mobility challenges
> because the pathways are not paved, and their will be a bit of walking up
> and downhill. There will be some seating, but getting to the graveside may
> prove a little challenging. The family says it completely understands if
> people are unable to traverse the cemetery, and everyone is welcome at the
> reception which is at an accessible facility.
>
>
> Please reach out to me directly with questions.
> Ronza
> Ronza Othman, President
> National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
> 443-426-4110
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Oct 25, 2024, at 10:53 PM, Maryland President <president at nfbmd.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > Federation Family,
> > It is with a very heavy heart that I share that John Cheadle passed away
> this morning after an illness.  John and his beloved Barbara are founding
> and lifetime members of the TLC Chapter as well as lifetime members of the
> Greater Baltimore Chapter.  John worked for many years at the National
> Federation of the Blind, where he served as Executive Director of Buildings
> and Facilities for 18 years.  He also served as an active volunteer with
> the Maryland affiliate in many roles, including as a driver, a member of
> the financial audit team, a reader, a builder (he literally built things
> for us for conventions and meetings), and an auctioneer among many other
> roles.  In fact, John continued to support the Federation as a volunteer
> for the NFB of Maryland up until his passing.
> >
> > We will share additional information as it is finalized, but here is
> some preliminary information about services.
> >
> > Grave side service:
> > Wednesday, October 30, 2024
> > 10:00AM
> > Serenity Ridge Cemetery
> > 2406 Ridge Road
> > Windsor Mill, Maryland 21244
> >
> > Reception:
> > 12:30PM
> > Christian Temple
> > 5820 Edmonson Avenue
> > Baltimore, Maryland 21228
> >
> > John leaves behind his wife and soul mate Barbara, their three children,
> John, Chaz, and Anna, and countless loved ones and friends.  Please keep
> John and all who love him in your thoughts and prayers.
> >
> >
> >
> > Ronza Othman, President
> > National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
> > 443-426-4110
> > Pronouns: she, her, hers
> >
> > The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is
> not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
> the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
> between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
> blindness is not what holds you back
> >
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