So, I think both of the major TV stations have benefited from John Mahaffey having been there.". Their first child, Michael (Mike), was born in 1990, followed by their second child, Katherine (Katie) in 1992. JOHN MAHAFFEY OBITUARY Dr. John Earl Mahaffey CHARLESTON - The family and friends of Dr. and Mrs. John E. Mahaffey are invited to attend the funeral of the former at Ashley River Baptist. A consummate journalist with a heart of gold. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. "Ricky" Mahaffey, age 62, late of Beecher, Illinois, passed away on November 27, 2022. John was a great guy. English 405 E. Church St. Elizabeth City, NC | (252) 335-4395. He claimed that he always went on air pretending that he was reading the news to just one person. John Christopher (J.C.) Mahaffey, age 69, formerly of Park Ridge, Illinois passed away unexpectedly on January 30, 2023 near his home in The Villages, Florida. The following year Mahaffey had a two-shot lead after 54 holes at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek, Georgia before shooting a final round 73 and finishing T4th. Chris had a network of hundreds of industry professionals, and he often sought and was sought out for counsel on best decisions for driving volunteer members and leaders to advance their missions. Betty was born in 1923 to Allan and Sadie Stewart in. Dr. John Earl Mahaffey CHARLESTON - Dr. John E. Mahaffey has gone to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 5, 2013. Longtime friend and former co-anchor Margaret Lawhon smiled as she spoke of Mahaffey's nickname "The Duke" and how he got the name. A special thanks to friend, Eric Wojahn, for his support to the family over the years. He married Leslie Dreiske (formerly Mahaffey) in 1987 and bought a house in Park Ridge, Illinois. He was the first general counsel for what is now the University of Central Florida. John was such a good friend,and always fun to be around. View John Mahaffey's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Apart from his professional success, he was a generous friend to people from all walks of life. Average Age & Life Expectancy John Mahaffey lived 7 years longer than the average Mahaffey family member when he died at the age of 79. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. The following year he was elected President of Thompson Hall and helped to raise $17,000 in scholarship money.

Mahaffey earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Journalism from WIU in 1975. He could always make me smile. In 2003, Chris joined the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) as its executive director, where he would remain until retiring as CEO in 2020. In 1970 John came to Baton Rouge, the place he called home for the remainder of his life. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. John Quincy Mahaffey,77, died early Friday morning, April 22, at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, following surgery. Those wishing to extend condolences may do so. JOHN MAHAFFEY OBITUARY. John never had an unkind word to say about anyone. 500 Budleigh St. Manteo, NC | (252) 473 . As a tall Texan and sports enthusiast, he regretted inheriting his father's small hands better suited to the typewriter than palming a football. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. "And, if you think about it, those of us who knew him so well knew that Mahaffey did sort of have this presence and manly swagger about him that was not unlike a John Wayne persona." Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - Longtime Baton Rouge news anchor John Mahaffey has died. Would you like to offer John Christopher Mahaffeys loved ones a condolence message? Mahaffey came close to winning back to back U.S. After graduation, Chris began what would become a more than 40-year career in nonprofit management when in 1975 he joined the National Association of Retail Druggists (renamed in 1996 to National Association of Community Pharmacists) as its legislative affairs associate, moving on to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy the following year, where he would remain for four years as its director of communications and meetings. December 28, 2004. A strong believer in continuing education especially through CAE programs Chris encouraged his staff to seek opportunities to grow their careers in nonprofits. "He was a remarkable guy in that he had no ego and that's really rare in the news business," Spain said. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Chris had a network of hundreds of industry professionals, and he often sought and was sought out for counsel on best decisions for driving volunteer members and leaders to advance their missions.

As staff leader of volunteer-run organizations, Chris had a special skill for understanding varying personalities for those volunteers and how to move them all forward on behalf of their combined passion for the profession or industry they were serving. John Quincy Mahaffey,77, died early Friday morning, April 22, at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, following surgery. Authorities Monday identified a man who apparently fell to his death from a cliff in Canyon Country. He is survived by his daughter Merilee Wilhelm, also of Baton Rouge, his sister Prudence Mackintosh of Dallas, three nephews, Jack, Drew and William Mackintosh of Austin and two former wives, Nancy McDonald Redmond and Diana Tucker with whom he maintained cordial relationships. Mr. Mahaffy studied at the famous Pratt Institute and the New York School for Fine and Applied Art, earning his degree in the arts. He was very kind to me when I was working on the recovery in south Louisiana. WD = Withdrew Chris had a deep love for history, especially United States history, and had visited all but one of the 50 states. It will be impossible to hear Take Me Out to the Ball Game during a Cubs game without imagining Chris, arm around a friend, singing.

Above all else, Chriss greatest accomplishment was being a father. My prayers to his family and many friends. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Let others know about your loved one's death. He attended the University of Houston in Houston, Texas. Upon his retirement in 2020, Chris moved to the The Villages, Florida, where he so appropriately christened his house The Friendly Confines South. In the first two years of his retirement, he completed two of his self-named Bucket List Road Trips. The first in September of 2021, when he drove the length of Route 66 from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier in California. Dr. Mahaffey was born on June 3, 1926, in Lancaster, SC. So sorry to hear this. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. There are no events scheduled. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. Interment will be in the spring in Boonville Cemetery. May the God of loyal love comfort your family during this time of need. He is also survived by a host of news business colleagues and friends (especially his high school class of 1956) whom he regarded as extended family. Copyright 2016 WAFB. 70815 followed by a reception. According to the coroner's office, the man was identified as John Mahaffey, a 67-year-old resident of Santa Clarita. John Quincy Mahaffey,77, died early Friday morning, April 22, at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, following surgery. John was born in Texarkana, Arkansas in 1938 to newspaper journalist parents, Ruth and J.Q. John was also the illustrator and printer of programs for major Boonville events such as the Boonville Oneida County Fair, Woodsmens Field Days and Winter Carnival Snow Festival. May the God of comfort give you and your family the strength and comfort you need at this time. John Drayton Mahaffey Jr. (born May 9, 1948) is an American professional golfer who has won numerous tournaments including 10 PGA Tour events. Graveside Services Celebrating the life of John J. Mahaffey, 93, of Rayville, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, October 29, 2021 at the Springhill Memorial Cemetery in Springhill, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. 's death brings many memories for me. Mr. Mahaffey a long time resident of. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. John was predeceased by his parents; his first wife, Terri Mahaffy; second wife, Joyce Mahaffy; brother, Richard Mahaffy; and nephew, Charles Mahaffy. Born in Cincinnati, he was a graduate of The University of Akron and The Ohio State University and had retired from the Cuyahoga County Dept. After sixty seven years of friendship, the world just seems a little out of orbit without you. "He was a steady hand and a steady voice,"Hodge said Friday. Burial will be at the East Koy Cemetery in Portagesville, NY. Mr. MaHaffey was one of my first teachers in Broadcast/Journalism when I was a sophomore at Southern University. She leaves her son, John W. Mahaffey, and her daughter, Leslie Mahaffey. He is directly and indirectly responsible for the success of countless association professionals. He also believed in the values of encouraging entrepreneurial spirit, which reaped rewards for the organizations he served. During his tenure, Chris led the Colleges efforts in solidifying the importance of the surgical specialty for more than 7,700 Board-certified foot and ankle surgeons. Please consider a donation as requested by the family. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Chris also instituted research to show the economic impact associations have on businesses and communities, and his work and support of diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) in the 1980s showed his forward-thinking approach to how businesses operate.

Focusing beyond just Chicago-area association executives, Chris also was key in an effort to modernize and revolutionize ASAEs certified association executive (CAE) program. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at The First Presbyterian Church of Boonville. He is survived by his daughters, Jill Keane (husband Joseph and daughter Jordan), Starling Hendriks (husband Craig and daughters Madeline and Beatrice). John Mahaffey. Chris and his children had plans to spend his 70th birthday in July of 2023 on an Alaskan CruiseChriss 50th and final state on his United States Bucket List. May your family be blessed and held closely by God at this sad time. Under his leadership, ACFAS expanded its Annual Scientific Conference, continuing education and practice management and advocacy for the specialty. Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of John in the Guest Book below. Despite a divorce in 2000, Chris remained an unwavering pillar of love and support for his children throughout their childhood and into adulthood.

Upon his retirement in 2020, Chris moved to the The Villages, Florida, where he so appropriately christened his house The Friendly Confines South. In the first two years of his retirement, he completed two of his self-named Bucket List Road Trips. The first in September of 2021, when he drove the length of Route 66 from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier in California. Even before graduating from Texas High School, he exhibited a fascination with the new media--television, working part time as a cameraman for KCMC, his town's first station. John was born in Texarkana, Arkansas in 1938 to newspaper . Outside of his professional career, one of Chriss most notorious and memorable passions was for his Chicago Cubs. Find an Obituary. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Being classmates from the first grade at Grim School through graduation from Texas Senior High, the sad news of J. 30, 2016. I loved him dearly and so did the rest of the crew. City News Service contributed to this report. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. John Quincy Mahaffey,77, died early Friday morning, April 22, at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, following surgery. Mahaffey earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Journalism from WIU in 1975. Mahaffey loved to write and he could deliver everything from hard news to his signature humor in a 'Final Note'at the end of each newscast with equal aplomb. Rest in peace, Mahaf. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Chris was a lifelong Cubs fan and a proud season ticket holder for many years. My sincerest condolences to the family and his many friends.so many cherished memories. He was a nice guy who loved his job as well as Baton Rouge. I am still wearing pumps for you, and you were right. Next, he anchored the news at KFDA in Amarillo, TX before returning to Corpus as KRIS's news director. Obituary John David Mahaffy, 94, of Potato Hill Road, an iconic illustrator and painter of North Country scenes and husband of Marjorie, passed away at his residence on Sunday, December 19,. John was 90 years old and had recently celebrated his 70th Anniversary with his wife who preceded him in death on May 9th. Those who worked for him excelled in their career paths. He was said to have inherited his Uncle Burton Mahaffeys story telling abilities that made him a popular guy early on. I enjoyed his continuing friendship for over fifty years.and am so glad that we spoke about a year ago. Mahaffey Family and Friends Like Anka and Sinatra ,John always did it his way. LA = Low amateur A service for the Witness to the Resurrection was held at the First Methodist Church of Geneva on February 16, 2021. Obituary . John Mahaffey passed away 2013-10-31 in This is the full obituary story where you can express condolences and share memories. Former WBRZ News. We love you, and our sincere condolences to Merilee and Prudence. John was gifted in all media, from paint to pen and ink, to chalk and beyond. In 1975 he lost in a playoff to Lou Graham at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Illinois. Search by . Michael Meagher hospital happened to be on the Arkansas side of the state line; John's childhood was in Texas. His memorial service will be held Saturday, April 30 at noon at Green Oaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd. He was a member of Rotary for nearly 50 years, received the Paul Harris Fellowship Award, annually rang the Salvation Army Christmas bell, and delivered Meals on Wheels. Those professionals now carry-on Chriss legacy as they mentor and lead the next generation of association professionals. "I am still wearing pumps, Mahaf Quinc always said "the best pair of shoes on a woman can wearpumps." My sincere condolences to your family. He was born to Clayton Edward and Lena Johnson Mahaffey. OBITUARY John Q. Mahaffey III 2 June, 1938 - 22 April, 2016. His tour included a stop at the Baseball Hall of Fame, where he was proud to pay homage to Ron Santo, his favorite Cub of all time. MAHAFFEY JOHN H. MAHAFFEY, 65, of Cuyahoga Falls, died November 11, 2012. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

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