| Graduation Year | Class of 1954 |
| Date of Passing | Dec 27, 1957 |
| About | John was the ultimate classmate. He was an excellent student, highly intelligent and respected by his classmates and school faculty. He was a superior athlete and basketball player; his senior year at Locust Fork he was selected the most valuable basketball player. He was called home on December 27, 1957 and is probably playing basketball with the angels. |
