[NFBMD] Sad News: JC

[President@nfbmd.org]

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
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> On Oct 25, 2024, at 10:53 PM, Maryland President <president at nfbmd.org> wrote:
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> 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. 
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> We will share additional information as it is finalized, but here is some preliminary information about services.
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> Grave side service:
> Wednesday, October 30, 2024
> 10:00AM
> Serenity Ridge Cemetery
> 2406 Ridge Road
> Windsor Mill, Maryland 21244
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> Reception:
> 12:30PM
> Christian Temple
> 5820 Edmonson Avenue
> Baltimore, Maryland 21228
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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.
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> Ronza Othman, President
> National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
> 443-426-4110
> Pronouns: she, her, hers
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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
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