Harold Bryan Featherstone Obituary There are no words that can describe what Coach Feather has done for athletics in the South Bay., He has the right touch with players and Ive never seen him in a bad mood. Despite the many hours Featherstone devoted to football and teaching he always found time to enjoy his youthful passion for the beach. He has touched thousands of lives and presided over the building of innumerable young players into better students, athletes and men. De Foe, Jr. 88, passed away peacefully after a short illness. In 1982, Featherstone joined the UC Berkeley program under head coach and former NFL great Joe Kapp. Warriors carry Coach Feather from the field, following his final game coaching, on Nov. 14, 2015, against arch rival Long Beach. John Featherstone Obituary - San Rafael, CA - Dignity Obituary 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. We love you, Mom. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), John Featherstones family and friends celebrate his life at memorial, Torrance softball moves up to Division 1 for CIF-SS playoffs; North No. 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. The skinny, little blond kid who embraced every minute of fun in his youth is now 65. His grandfather and father were both high school football stars. At Mira Costa In 1967, he earned All-CIF honors as a wide receiver. Joan Featherstone Lowry, 91, departed this world to be with her Lord on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Dearest sister of John Featherston and Nancy Featherston-Peterson-Rios. The talented quarterback would become an All-American at UC Berkeley before cancer took his life in 1977. Joe was a tremendous talent, Featherstone said. He is somewhat of a legend in that regard. Dearest Kids taking Junior Lifeguards in morning take my class in the afternoon and vice versa. Doris and James were formerly part owners of Cameo Catering, Westmount Country Club and Grissini's Restaurant. She enjoyed traveling, animals, cooking for everyone and loved to eat. I was the game administrator for 155 games, 80 home games, 75 on the road, I was at every single game. Doris was a Trustee and Vice President of the Paramus Fritz Behnke Historical Museum. Photo by Kevin Cody. Our kids who have gone to play at ECC have loved playing for him. Let the family know you are thinking of them. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions in Doris' memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital donors@stjude.org. Doris was the cherished mother of James Spano and Patricia Spano, an adored aunt to her nieces and nephews and a dear friend to many. I asked him if he had ever had it checked? With players being in the program only two years, Featherstone had to keep his eyes and ears open in the community. Damian Calhoun is the Prep Sports Coordinator and writer for the Daily Breeze. With so much time spent together, players become a family unit, with Featherstone playing the role of father. Get our free Padres Daily newsletter, free to your inbox every day of the season. She chaired the Pasta Dinner and Bingo at the Paramus Veteran's Home. Football is not a game for sissies. Paramus - Doris F. Spano (nee Featherstone), 78, of Paramus, NJ, formerly of Manhattan, NY passed away peacefully on June 4, 2019 surrounded by her children and loved ones. I tell the kids how important exercise is, to make it the same discipline as brushing their teeth. He is a true legend in South Bay football and will be greatly missed on the field., Mira Costa Mustang, Class of 1968. 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. In 2008, Featherstone was voted National Coach of the Year for a second time. OBITUARIES - Michigan Memorial Funeral Home We werent very good, but we sure had a lot of fun, Featherstone said. It was an immediate success and the program was packed for five summers. He was owner and manager of the baseball team The Brickton Bombers. During the next four years, he served as quarterback and wide receiver coach for Grossmont College, helping the Griffins win a state championship in 1974. Im as involved with my 250 students each year as I am with my football players. P.O. His positive attitude rubs off on everyone around him.. Its been a great ride, but it was time, Featherstone said. 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 Feather was one of a kind.. I send letters home to parents with tips on feeding their kids, like I do my players. That game produced no fewer than a dozen players who appeared in the NFL, including Shaw, Sipe, Tom Reynolds, Terry Mendenhall, Ken Burrow, Carl Weathers (who played Apollo Creed in the Rocky movies), and Bruce Taylor and Pat Hughes of Boston. Beloved sister of the late Charles Featherstone and his wife Carolyn, the late Joan Parvis Featherstone, Robert Featherstone, John Featherstone and his wife Rosemary, Henry Boyle and his wife Mary, the late Joseph Featherstone, Matthew Featherstone and his wife Marcelle, Jerry Featherstone and the late Anna Rose and sister-in-law of Jeanette and her husband Dick Tabbachino. ECC is hosted a memorial for football coach John Featherstone, who died in March. Take a walk, ride a bike, do something you like and dont be afraid to try new activities. Melbourne Obituaries Dear father of Greg Featherstone (Donna), late Randy Featherstone (2005) (Donna), and late Gary Featherstone Jr. (2018). Privacy policy, I need to make funeral/burial arrangements now, I am pre-planning for a funeral in the future. WebObituary. I always accepted any type of award as a coaching staff award. Pick-up Locations 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. WebJohn D. Featherstone in BillionGraves John D. Featherstone was born on May 21 1911. Loving mother of John A. Gorecki. Americans are hard workers, but dont take time to relax. It looked like fun, so I gave it a try and fell in love with the game, Featherstone recalled. Feather is a great alumnus of Mira Costa, Morrow said. With an unblemished 11-0 record, SDSU finished 12th in the National AP Poll. Doris was a Paramus Recreation Commissioner and worked for recreation for 12 years. Fred Featherstone, Johns brother, coached several state-championship womens volleyball teams at Grossmont College and is in CCCAA Mens Volleyball Hall of Fame. In the last 40 years, weve gotten into man-made foods and with natural evolution, kids are getting bigger. Robert John Featherstone passed away suddenly on July 5, 2012 at the young age of 87 years. If we have to yell and scream, its done during the week, never during the game. 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. They had a parade and the auditorium was filled with over 1,000 people. Theyre getting paid to play at the next level. Coach Feather, in memoriam: Legendary El Camino football coach 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.. Playing junior college football is the last time these guys can play for fun, Featherstone explained. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. John Thomas Featherstone, 1864 - 1932 Parents can drop their kids off for an entire day at the beach. 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. She was preceded in death by her daughter Amy KatherineGorecki, parents Albert and Maureen Featherstone. Featherstone received a bachelors degree from SDSU in 1970, majoring in journalism with a minor in physical education. John Featherstone Bio - ChristianMusic.com Former NFL offensive lineman Derrick Deese, who played under Featherstone at ECC before transferring to USC, took a turn at the podium. Coach Feather, in memoriam: Legendary El Camino football coach 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. John Featherstone Death - Obituary - Cause of Death Featherstone was hired as football coach at El Camino in 1985. Search Nashville obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. WebObituary. Print Issue Archive. 3 seed in CIF-SS Division 2 playoffs; Mira Costa, Redondo girls in Division 1, Mira Costa baseball defeats Peninsula to secure CIF-SS playoff berth, CIF-SS softball playoffs: Pairings and schedule for all divisions, Surprise pre-launch of West Harbors North Park to include The Fish Market in San Pedro, Torrance overall crime rate down 24% over the last year, according to police, 5 best Mothers Day dining options in the South Bay, Bicyclist struck, killed in Hawthorne, with suspect arrested, Palos Verdes Peninsula experiencing its own superbloom, Cold, drizzly week ahead for Southern California, Mira Costa girls beach volleyball No. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. He wanted to be close to his players, so he would hang up his red coat and get dressed in my cubicle. Featherstone believes Coryell never received the recognition he deserved, though he went on to become the head coach of the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Diego Chargers. Featherstone was inducted into the California Community Colleges Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2017. Legal Notices Featherstone grew up on 21st Street in Manhattan Beach, across from Live Oak Park. Endure. He had a great career here. Thats what life is all about.. 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. He was 71. Mary was always smiling and loved making people laugh. It turned out to be the best thing I ever did for all my other sports. 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. Photo by Brad Jacobson. Paramus - Doris F. Spano (nee Featherstone), 78, of Paramus, NJ, formerly of Manhattan, NY passed away peacefully on June 4, 2019 surrounded by her children and loved ones. John Featherstone, in a beach game in 2009, demonstrates his passion for volleyball equaled his passion for football. Featherstone led the Warriors to a national championship (1987), state championship (2006), 11 conference championships and 19 bowl game appearances. Editors note: Manhattan Beach native, former El Camino College football coach and beach volleyball coach John Featherstone passed away Saturday morning, at age 71, after a seven-year battle with Alzheimers Disease. She also delivered Meals on Wheels to the elderly and disabled. I like players who never look at the clock, never look at the score, Featherstone said. John's goal for his music ministry is to explore He retired in 2015 with an overall record of 214-119-2. Yearbook Photo. The following story appeared in Easy Reader in December 2015, upon his retirement from El Camino, where he coached for over three decades. You never caught him a bad move. One of the highlights of coaching was watching these kids grow up to be men and productive, successful citizens.. She also served as a Paramus Recreation girls softball coach. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. John married Eva Mae Baxter. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Something went wrong. Trailing 38-23 heading into the fourth quarter, El Camino rallied, only to lose 38-36 to Long Beach City College, the top-ranked team in Southern Californias National Division. I marveled at his coaching genius and the way he could get performance out his athletes. He coached 21 years at El Camino College in Torrance, posting a 214-119-2 record, winning a national championship in 1987, a state championship in 2006, 11 conference titles and making 19 bowl appearances. The following year, he began his coaching career as the Aztecs wide receiver coach. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The home game was played at the Redondo High Sea Hawk stadium because El Camino Colleges new football stadium was still under construction. I would get out of the water after surfing and see these guys playing volleyball. No services are scheduled at this time. But Featherstones true calling was on the gridiron where he played quarterback, running back and wide receiver. I see how much fun kids have playing the sport. Keegan is the girls volleyball head coach at Bishop Montgomery High School. Photo by Ray Vidal. A memorial service has not yet been planned. Featherstone has also worked alongside star coaches Rod Dowhower, Ernie Zampese and Ted Tollner. Obituary 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. 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.. Her favorite places in Michigan were Southeast Michigan and Grosse Ile. He really cared for people. He is survived by the love of his life and best friend of almost 66 Nashville Obituaries I looked for overachievers. Featherstone has an equal affection for the students he has taught in his health education classes. 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. John Featherstones family and friends celebrate his life at The National Coach of the Year honor was one of neatest experiences of my life. Feathers teams appeared in 19 bowl games and reached the playoffs five straight years, from 2004 to 2008. 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. Then in 1985, he returned to the South Bay, taking over at El Camino. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Ive always looked at exercise as a reward, not a punishment. They also won two state titles and 11 conference championships. Then in 1985, he returned to the South Bay, taking over at El Camino. Photo by Kevin Cody. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. 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. TORRANCE On what would have been his 72nd birthday, John Featherstones family, friends, former players and coaches gathered inside Murdock Stadium to give the legendary coach one final applause. Team guys with discipline and the attitude to work hard in all phases of their lives. Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, Inc; Michigan Memorial Park, Inc; Michigan Memorial Park Crematory Company, Inc - These companies are separately owned and operated. Photo by Brad Jacobson. 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. Americans eat way too much man-made foods, laden with sugar, salt and fat., Featherstone lives by his 8-8-8 theory: Eight hours of sleep, eight hours of work or school, and eight hours of play. During the summer of 1975, when Featherstone was taking advantage of an off-season lull from his coaching duties in San Diego, he joined forces with three friends to form the Mission Beach Volleyball Clinic for adults. He traced his decision chiefly to his involvement in play calling and the opportunity to coach Player of the Year Joe Roth. Then it becomes a business. In 1966, high school volleyball was more than a decade away from becoming a CIF sanctioned sport, so Featherstone and a few friends founded the Mira Costa Volleyball Club to compete against other high schools. Joan His teams were ranked on national polls 21 times and three dozen of his players went on to play pro football. Reynolds, Mendenhall and Featherstone came to SDSU from El Camino College and were college roommates. Keith is the Sea Hawks assistant head coach and defensive coordinator. Oh, its nothing, it scabs over. he told me. He also received his eighth California State Coach of the Year honor that year. But one year in the Bay area was enough for the Southern California native. 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. His older brother Fred was also an exceptional athlete to whom John would look up to. At Mira Costa, Featherstone competed in track and field, baseball, volleyball and football. Error, please try again. You may leave a message for the family by clicking here. There has to be a 20- or 30-minute window in there to exercise. John Featherstone - College Football at Sports-Reference.com He has helped me a great deal over the years, especially with his ideas on the passing game. I would see it bleeding every day. Keith Ellison, a standout player at Redondo Union High School, has known Featherstone since he was an 8-year-old watching his older brother Chris play for El Camino before transferring to BYU. Who Receive obituaries Joan Cowell Hueter I was the one who discovered the mole on his temple. 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. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Nashville, Tennessee on facebook. John passed away on October 2 1967, at age 56. 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.. 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 WebJohn Featherstone Death - Obituary - Cause of Death : Sad to hear of the passing of John Featherstone. I started here (at El Camino) three years before Feather did, Gene Engle, Featherstones longtime assistant said. Coryell never dressed in the coachs office. 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. FEATHERSTONE, Mary Carol., age 69, of Grosse Ile, February 06, 2023. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Valhalla pitcher lives childhood dream, blanks West Hills at Petco Park, Alumni Report: San Diego softball duo teams up at Coast Guard Academy, Chad Bickley steps down at Santa Fe Christian, will be replaced by former BYU, Marquette guard, Petco Park High School Baseball Series set for this weekend at Padres home stadium, Canyon Crest boys tennis team edges past Bishops for Open Division repeat, Poway pitcher skips Ditch Day, gets a big win against No. They didnt get into the drink and drug deal. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. When you look at our offense, we have averaged more than 20 points per game in my tenure here, Featherstone said. He is somewhat of a legend in that regard. Featherstones brothers (Jim and Fred), his daughters (Terre, Ivy, Keegan and Arianna) and his widow Diane, all gave emotional tributes during the memorial. He helped out then and 10 years ago, he helped me a job coaching (baseball) at West (Torrance). She enjoyed listening to music especially Celtic music, and Carole King. Im very lucky with all my daughters, Featherstone said. We make the correction, and then give them positive reinforcement.. If you would like to donate tothe Grosse Ile Animal Shelter andThe Grosse Ile ACO in Mary's name, click the link under her photo. I loved teaching as much as coaching, Featherstone said. I was honored to represent junior college football and El Camino College. Loving mother of John A. Gorecki. 2023 Easy Reader. October 21, 1944 - October 27, 2013, John Featherstone passed away on October 27, 2013 in Bronx, New York. He was the first coach to have 100 victories at the college and professional levels. 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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