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Federation Family,<br>
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. <br>
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We will share additional information as it is finalized, but here is some
preliminary information about services.<br>
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Grave side service: <br>
Wednesday, October 30, 2024<br>
10:00AM<br>
Serenity Ridge Cemetery <br>
2406 Ridge Road<br>
Windsor Mill, Maryland 21244<br>
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Reception:<br>
12:30PM <br>
Christian Temple<br>
5820 Edmonson Avenue<br>
Baltimore, Maryland 21228<br>
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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.<br>
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<b>Ronza Othman, </b>President<br>
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland<br>
443-426-4110<br>
Pronouns: she, her, hers<br>
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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</blockquote></body>
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