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John M. Washington, Jr.
February 4, 1955-July 14, 2020
Columbus, GA-
Mr. John, (Flip aka Tree) Malloy Washington, Jr. of Columbus transitioned home last Tuesday at Piedmont Midtown Medical Center of natural causes. He was 65 years of age.
Born in Cuthbert, GA on February 4, 1955, John was the beloved son of Mrs. Ola Mae Robinson Washington and the late Mr. John Malloy Washington, Sr.
A devoted William H. Spencer High School Green Wave to the end. John played basketball with the team for 3 years before finishing at Baker High School, due to desegregation. He graduated with the Class of 1972. He attended Memphis State University and went on to play professional basketball in Europe. He was a lifetime member of St. John AME Church. He was employed with the Muscogee County School District at Dorothy Height Elementary School, AFLAC and Foresters Financial, and was the owner/operator of Business Ball, Inc.
With cherished memories, he is survived by: his mother, Mrs. Mae Washington; a daughter, Myya J. Washington; and a beloved grandson, Kahari John Kendrick.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Washington will be held Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the gravesite at Green Acres Cemetery. Reverend Richard Washington, Sr. will officiate. Visitation is Wednesday beginning at 4:00 p.m. with the Family Hour from 5 til 6:00 p.m. in the chapel. Online condolences may be expressed at progressivefuneralhome.com. Due to COVID-19, mask are to be worn and social distancing is mandatory. Livestreaming will also be available at the ceremony.
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Stephen Russell Swan (1972)
I recall John, though it was only Senior year. I pray his family is doing well and will carry his love the rest of their days.
Steve.....
Rochester Dumas Hutchins III (1972)
Sorry to hear this all my prays go out for his family
I'm from Cuthert Ga I never got the change to get up with
John we did meet in school a lot I was staying on the base
Fort Bennining Ga didn't come to columbus much I we had
to go to Baker High You will be miss But God will take care
of you 24/7 I'm sure your family will miss you so RIP mam
Mickey Garlen (Duke) (1972)
I sat across the aisle from John in Government class. Such an intelligent and beautiful man. I really hated to hear of his passing. Prayers for his family. 🙏💙Robert Ambrose (1972)
I, too, only knew John for a very short time at BHS; as of his coming there with us and his love of sports. Always thought a lot of him, the way he conducted himself and his participation at the school. As with all of our '72 class (and all other classes, as well) I will miss him and all of our other past friends who have gone before us. Makes us realize just how precious life really is, since our time as young men and women - not yet knowing what was laying in wait for our futures. Makes ME realize just how time has passed by... God Bless to all and to America as a whole... Robert Ambrose (Class of '72)
Patricia L Johnson (Morse-James) (1972)
patricia Johnson James (72)
John n I went to grade school together so I knew him for a while. Every time I would see him he would ask me when you gonna grow up. I don't know how tall he was but I was 5 feet n he looked like a giant over me. I will miss his smile n silly comments. He always kept you laughing. Rest In Peace my friend
Condolences to his family
Cathy Willis (Kerrigan) (1972)
John was a very kind person to me at BHS, and I had not seen him since 1972. I thought about him many times over the years, as enjoyed going to watch him play at our BHS basketball games, and was with him in a couple classes. Was very sad to hear of his passing this year (2020), and he had a very impressive career, which was so great to read. Wished him the best always!! My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time!
Cathy (Willis) '72