Terms and conditions Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Keith and Chris have returned to Redondo High as coaches. WebKarlton A. You dont have to cuss to make a player successful. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Nashville, Tennessee on facebook. Ive always looked at exercise as a reward, not a punishment. A life long resident of Henderson County he was a son of the late John H. and Lina Belle Featherstone. Box 1000. Mary was an avid gardener, her favorite flower to grow was red geraniums but she had a love for all flowers. Featherstone was inducted into the California Community Colleges Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2017 and the El Camino College Athletic Hall of Fame as a player (2005) and coach (2018) and in 2016, he was inducted into the California Beach Volleyball Association Hall of Fame as a teacher, tournament director and referee. The skinny, little blond kid who embraced every minute of fun in his youth is now 65. Keith is the Sea Hawks assistant head coach and defensive coordinator. Im excited to see the Mira Costa program where it is today. Photo by Brad Jacobson. He loved his athletes and he was a brilliant teacher, family man and probably the most inspirational coach Ive ever been around.. It looked like fun, so I gave it a try and fell in love with the game, Featherstone recalled. His teams were ranked on national polls 21 times and three dozen of his players went on to play pro football. His positive attitude rubs off on everyone around him.. He is also in the California Beach Volleyball Association Hall of Fame as a teacher, referee and tournament director. Im very lucky with all my daughters, Featherstone said. John married Eva Mae Baxter. He was the middle child, but he was a fighter, a competitor and never gave up, Engle said. The football field at the new stadium was named John Featherstone Field.Photo by Brad Jacobson. 142. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Melbourne, Florida on facebook. We both applied for the coaching opening, he got it and he was the perfect guy for this place. When you look at our offense, we have averaged more than 20 points per game in my tenure here, Featherstone said. John B Featherstone was born on month day 1845, at birth place, North Carolina, to Seaborn Trader Featherstone and Sarah N Featherstone (born Allen). Seaborn was born on February 12 1809, in Clear Creek Township, Henderson, North Carolina, United States. Sarah was born on May 14 1812, in Henderson County, NC. Prepare. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Born in 1921 and raised on the family farm He made me feel like I was part of his family. We had two good seasons when I played for the Warriors under Ken Swearingen, who was another great influence on me. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Doris and James lived in Woodside, Queens and North Babylon, Long Island before settling in Paramus. After his playing days, Featherstone started his coaching career at San Diego State before moving onto Grossmont College, San Diego Mesa, Cal-Berkeley and Santa Ana College. comments so far. You may leave a message for the family by clicking here. There was nobody better.. Our goal is to see they get to the next level academically, Featherstone said during the halftime ceremony in his honor at his final game. In 1985, he returned to the South Bay, replacing future NFL assistant coach Jack Reilly as El Caminos head coach. October 21, 1944 - October 27, 2013, John Featherstone passed away on October 27, 2013 in Bronx, New York. She volunteered for programs such as the Mayor's Substance Abuse program, Juvenile Council Committee, National Night Out and the Paramus Run. Doris was an employee of General Motors before she married the love of her life, the late James E. Spano in 1966. I tell the players to approach each game as if its your last, stay focused and have fun. At Mira Costa In 1967, he earned All-CIF honors as a wide receiver. He could have gone to a Division 1 (school), but Im glad he didnt because I wouldnt have been able to meet him.. He helped out then and 10 years ago, he helped me a job coaching (baseball) at West (Torrance). John Featherstone, the Most Valuable Player of San Diego States 1969 Pasadena Bowl win and a Hall of Fame community college coach, died Saturday after a long battle with Alzheimers. Featherstones future would include four daughters. Photo by Kevin Cody. I was so excited to return to El Camino, Featherstone said. I was the game administrator for 155 games, 80 home games, 75 on the road, I was at every single game. FEATHERSTONE, Mary Carol., age 69, of Grosse Ile, February 06, 2023. In 2008, Featherstone was voted National Coach of the Year for a second time. Dear father of Greg Featherstone (Donna), late Randy Featherstone (2005) (Donna), and late Gary Featherstone Jr. (2018). You never caught him a bad move. John Featherstone, in a beach game in 2009, demonstrates his passion for volleyball equaled his passion for football. John passed away on October 2 1967, at age 56. We get a lot of kids who havent had a lot of love and discipline. FEATHERSTONE, Mary Carol., age 69, of Grosse Ile, February 06, 2023. Its been a great ride, but it was time, Featherstone said. He was a great technician, an expert of the passing game. 2023 Easy Reader. I loved teaching as much as coaching, Featherstone said. De Foe, Jr. 88, passed away peacefully after a short illness. Damian Calhoun is the Prep Sports Coordinator and writer for the Daily Breeze. Photo by Brad Jacobson. I said Hey, Im just happy to wear the uniform. The lockers in the stadium were in numerical order, so mine was the first one in line, next to the coachs office. Yearbook Photo. Let the family know you are thinking of them. But Featherstones true calling was on the gridiron where he played quarterback, running back and wide receiver. So I started coaching and started my own club, the Manhattan Beach Tidal Waves., Last summer, Featherstone celebrated the 21st year of his beach volleyball clinic, which includes two sessions. James Hillard Featherstone, Sr. of 108 Butler Bridge Road died Saturday, January 15, 2005. I looked to see if theyre still playing hard even though they are down, or ahead by 30 points because those are players who love the game. After earning all-conference honors at El Camino, the speedy receiver received a scholarship to play for legendary coach Don Coryell at San Diego State University. Returning to SDSU as wide receiver coach in 1980, Featherstone coached under Claude Gilbert and with future NFL coaches Doug Scovil and Brian Billick. Doris was a two-time recipient of the Rotarian of the Year award as well as the President's Award in recognition of outstanding service and dedication. Deploy network infrastructure faster and easier than ever before, with pre-packaged yet massively scalable infrastructure components for top packet and optical systems. He traced his decision chiefly to his involvement in play calling and the opportunity to coach Player of the Year Joe Roth. You may leave a message Beloved Husband of Pippa, devoted Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He is survived by the love of his life and best friend of almost 66 FEATHERSTONE, Gary 90 years, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023 at Erie Shores HealthCare. Sometimes during the baseball season, I would leave between innings and go over to the track to run in a relay event or compete in the long jump, then return to the diamond.. Unfortunately, a lot of kids on my football teams didnt have that kind of support growing up and that breaks my heart., After Featherstone became a parent, he saw how popular volleyball was becoming for girls. Feather is a great alumnus of Mira Costa, Morrow said. She enjoyed listening to music especially Celtic music, and Carole King. We wrote letters, made calls, whatever it took for players to get to the next level. Let others know about your loved one's death. Doris was a member of Paramus Rotary Club where she had previously served as the Director of Community Service, Doris served on committees for the Valentine's Day Brunch, Installation Committee, Angels Among Us, Pancake Breakfast, Golf Outing and Paramus Friendly Neighbors and Food Pantry. Featherstone was hired as football coach at El Camino in 1985. Family, former athletes, friends spoke at the event inside Murdock Stadium Friday May 7, 2021. The home game was played at the Redondo High Sea Hawk stadium because El Camino Colleges new football stadium was still under construction. Achieve. If the first three pieces of the puzzle fit, you will achieve., Although a high-energy coach, Featherstone did not believe in using whistles on the practice field, nor did he believe in cussing. He had a great career here. Featherstone coached more than three dozen players into professional football, including: Keith Ellison (LB, Buffalo Bills), DeLawrence Grant (DE, Oakland Raiders), Antonio Chatman (WR, Cincinnati Bengals), Marcel Reece (FB, Oakland Raiders, active), and Derrick Deese (OL, San Francisco 49ers). Get our free Padres Daily newsletter, free to your inbox every day of the season. He always bought game programs at high school games and walked the sidelines, asking players who the best players were on each team. If the eyes are indeed mirrors of the soul, then her beautiful eyes reflected warmth for your heart, comfort for your being and light for your journey. John Featherstone and wife Diane Frohoff with family during Brent Frohoffs (tall guy, back row) induction into the El Camino College Hall of Fame in 2018. John Featherstone and wife Diane with family and friends during the dedication of the new El Camino College Football Field in Featherstones honor, on Nov. 16, 2019. A receiver, Featherstone had touchdown catches of 34 yards from Dennis Shaw and 57 yards from Brian Sipe in San Diego States 28-7 Pasadena Bowl victory over Boston University before 41,276 in the Rose Bowl. Photo by Brad Jacobson. Fred Featherstone, Johns brother, coached several state-championship womens volleyball teams at Grossmont College and is in CCCAA Mens Volleyball Hall of Fame. John Featherstone is survived by his wife Diane; daughters Terre, Ivy, Keegan and Arianna; five grandchildren and brothers Fred and Jim. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. WebObituary. The following year, he began his coaching career as the Aztecs wide receiver coach. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. John represents all that is best about El Camino College.. With an unblemished 11-0 record, SDSU finished 12th in the National AP Poll. Featherstone loved El Camino, he loved football, he loved his players and the best part about the whole thing is, he also loved his family, Deese said. At Grossmont, Featherstone became hooked on coaching and thinking of it as a career. Theyre getting paid to play at the next level. He and his brother Fred played many years on the California Beach Volleyball Association (CBVA) tour, finishing in the top 10 in five open tournaments. All Rights Reserved. Featherstone grew up on 21st Street in Manhattan Beach, across from Live Oak Park. Just as the athletic days of his youth would prove valuable for Featherstone later in life, the experience gained from the adult volleyball clinic would pay dividends down the road. Everybody that played for him was his son, once you put that helmet on, he was going to do whatever he had to do for you.. Our kids who have gone to play at ECC have loved playing for him. Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 am on Monday June 10, 2019, at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home, followed by a 10:00 am Funeral Mass at Annunciation R.C Church 50 W Midland Ave Paramus. He was inducted into the Mira Costa Hall of Fame in 2012. Daniel P. Dwyer, CEO, President & Owner of Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. Kelly K. Dwyer, President/Owner, Michigan Memorial Park, Inc & Michigan Memorial Park Crematory Company, Inc. All rights reserved. ECC is hosted a memorial for football coach John Featherstone, who died in March. Please check your email for further instructions. Funeral Home Share Memories & Support the CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Featherstone was raised in a strong athletic background. The National Coach of the Year honor was one of neatest experiences of my life. He and I have played for two of the greatest coaches in the history of the game., John Featherstone and wife Diane Frohoff during the dedication of El Camino Colleges new football field in Featherstones honor, in 2019. Pick-up Locations Pastor Paul Viggiano was the first speaker and he recalled a story of the first time he saw Featherstone. Search Melbourne obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. I was honored to represent junior college football and El Camino College. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. Family will receive friends on Saturday June 8, 2019 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Sunday June 9, 2019 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home 113 South Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ. Featherstone smiles when he thinks back on how the lessons he learned during countless hours of playing baseball in empty dirt lots, catching footballs and making tackles on the grassy fields of Live Oak Park, running and jumping in the soft sands of beach volleyball courts and surfing formed the foundation for a career that would make him one of the most successful junior college football coaches in the country. 1 La Costa Canyon, Minors: Samuel Zavala powers Storm; Daniel Camarena back from Tommy John, Arteta says Arsenal still fighting for Premier League title, Liverpools Klopp risks ban over feud with match referee, Refs error casts pall on Bundesliga race; no help from VAR, Strikeouts not enough for slumping White Sox pitchers, Plenty of pole positions for Leclerc, but few wins, Column: Padres confidence-swelling sweep of Giants in Mexico City could signal true momentum, Padres notes: Yu Darvish recovers with hard stuff; Austin Nola uses new lumber; Nelson Cruz borrows a triple, Padres Daily: Soaring on the moon; tough place to pitch; Jakes home run play; Joes struggle, Matt Carpenter helps Padres fashion a two-game sweep of Giants in Mexico City, No Aztecs selected in 2023 NFL Draft, but seven players sign as free agents, Howard shares MEAC championship, first time since 1993, Verhaeghe scores in OT, Panthers oust league-best Bruins, Paes helps Dallas earn scoreless draw with Minnesota United, Meyers homers as Astros avoid sweep with 4-3 win over Phils, Hannah Green of Australia wins LPGA at Wilshire in playoff. Beloved life-long friend John J. Gorecki. Doris and James were formerly part owners of Cameo Catering, Westmount Country Club and Grissini's Restaurant. Feathers teams appeared in 19 bowl games and reached the playoffs five straight years, from 2004 to 2008. Our star receiver, Tommy Reynolds was injured and our second-string receiver pulled a hamstring in warm ups, so I was thrust into the starting role.. Professional beach volleyball players are some of the best athletes in the world and can match up with those in any other sport.. It turned out to be the best thing I ever did for all my other sports. I looked for overachievers. De Foe Obituary 1934 - 2023 Traverse City On Thursday, March 8th Karlton 'Karl' A. Featherstone has also worked alongside star coaches Rod Dowhower, Ernie Zampese and Ted Tollner. Feather is one of the nicest coaches youd ever want to meet or play for, Keith said. Sign up for service and obituary updates. And I think weve been successful in that aspect.. His older brother Fred was also an exceptional athlete to whom John would look up to. If we have to yell and scream, its done during the week, never during the game. Keith followed in his brothers footsteps, playing linebacker for Featherstone prior to two successful seasons at Oregon State University, which led to an NFL career with the Buffalo Bills. Former NFL offensive lineman Derrick Deese, who played under Featherstone at ECC before transferring to USC, took a turn at the podium. 1 seed for inaugural CIF-SS playoffs, Small plane crash near Mulholland Drive kills 1 aboard, Why this wildflower plant guide is what every gardener needs, Southern California Marine who volunteered in Ukraine, survived rocket attack: I would do it again, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. El Camino is a special place and it has provided a second chance for many athletes. WebJohn Dutch D. Featherstone, Sr. , affectionately known as Dutch, was born January 14, 1923 to Alexander and Clamora (Jones) Featherstone in Roxboro, North Carolina in He is a true legend in South Bay football and will be greatly missed on the field.. Featherstone received a bachelors degree from SDSU in 1970, majoring in journalism with a minor in physical education. (Photo by Chuck Bennett, Contributing Photographer). He's also the soccer writer for the Southern California News Group, covering Major League Soccer and occasionally the U.S. national teams. She also served as a Paramus Recreation girls softball coach. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. John Featherstone is survived by his wife Diane Featherstone; daughters Terre Haines-Featherstone, Ivy Madden, Keegan Felix, Arianna Featherstone; brothers Fred Featherstone and Jim Featherstone;grandsons Gabriel Vargas-Featherstone, Maverick Madden, Monroe Madden, and Dino Felix; granddaughter Emily Felix; sons-inlLaw Danny Madden, and Kevin Felix; sisters-in-law Mary Featherstone, and Cheryl Featherstone; nephews-in-law Cory Featherstone (and his wife, Sam, and kids Parker and Carly), Colin Featherstone (and wife, Samantha); and stepsons Brent Frohoff (wife, Tiffany and kids Jake, Sam, Luke, and Quinn), and Chris Frohoff (wife, Ann and daughter, Rio) .
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