To the Eason Family--I have known John since I moved to LI in 5th grade and enrolled in Woodfield Road School--John used to "protect" me from all the boys that chases me home!--we remained friends into adultood with both of us being teachers--him in Lawrence and me in Malverne and Freeport--I saw him last at our 50th reunion & ran into him a few days later at Bigelows Clam House in RVC--he rose to great prominence in education and as a business owner--I shall always have a place in my heart for John--With heartfelt condolences--Bonnie and all the Sanabrias.
My deepest sympathies to the Eason family. I remember John as a warm, genuine friend, terrific athlete and a man of dignity and style. I hope John's family and friends find solace together holding on to his memory.
John and I first met each other on the outdoor basketball courts at the “new” Malverne high school, before starting 7th grade, each shooting baskets independently. We challenged each other and played one on one for many years after and continued on the Jr. high and High School teams. John was a true friend and great team mate. My condolences to the Eason family. A great person was lost!
John Henry Eason, 75, peacefully passed away September 8, 2019 in New Haven, Connecticut.
John was born March 22, 1944 in East Meadow, New York, the son of David and Lula Eason. He was the third child of four children and grew up in Lakeview, New York. In his early academic years, John attended Woodfield Road School and Malverne High School. He graduated from Franklin Pierce University with a Bachelor's Degree in History in 1967 and was the first African-American graduate in the school's history.
After graduating from Franklin Pierce University, John returned home with an electrifying passion to assist young men and women to achieve educational success. He went on to obtain a Master's of Science degree from Hofstra University in 1971. John impacted the Roosevelt school district with his sensitive student-centered teaching style, effectively helping students develop critical thinking and meta-cognitive skills. He ran after-school youth programs including a competitive basketball program in Roosevelt schools and parks. His goal was to help young men become strong, vigorous, active, and ambitious community leaders.
After his years of loving dedication to the Roosevelt community, he took his amazing talents to the Lawrence school district. He spent 25 years in this district as an influential and thought provoking educator. He also became the Lawrence Boys Varsity Basketball coach; spending countless hours introducing his teams to world-renowned basketball clinics and college recruitment opportunities, all the while pushing academic excellence. John, in the words of his many former students, was a powerful life force who touched more lives than he could have imagined.
John's volunteering efforts continued through his service to his precious alma mater, Franklin Pierce University. As a member of the Board of Trustees, he spent twenty-plus years serving the university under former presidents' Walter Peterson and George Hagerty. He was a permanent fixture on-campus, which included enjoying summer vacations with his family around the lake and regularly attending year-round events. John was also instrumental in the talent recruitment process for the Franklin Pierce University Men's Basketball program. He is credited for creating a pipeline of talent from New York to New Hampshire, which catapulted the university's basketball program into a
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics powerhouse and one of the most admired NCAA Division II Men's Basketball programs in the country. To honor his years of tireless efforts, the Franklin Pierce University John H. Eason Endowed Diversity Scholarship was created in 2016 to provide assistance to students with financial needs.
Besides his love for teaching and social commitments, John was a successful entrepreneur with diverse interests. He loved driving his numerous Corvettes, riding his Honda motorcycles, and watching sporting events. He played basketball and tennis and was a football referee. John was a jetsetter, a move maker, a distinguished aristocrat, a chief, a captain, a partaker of delectable delicacies, and most of all an admirable high performing African-American leader. John's favorite quote was "He who fails to plan, plans to fail." Those that knew him know he definitely had a winning spirit and failure was not an option. He was well-known all over Long Island. One would say, "If you need help or guidance, talk to Mr. Eason. He'll show you how your hard work and talent can make your dreams come true. He knows how to make things happen."
By all accounts, John was born to influence others to strive for excellence. His quick-thinking, high standard, on-the-money approach to life was infectious and encouraging. John leaves a long-lasting positive and animated impression on his family, friends, colleagues, sporting buddies, biker comrades, and community. He was preceded in death by his sister, the late Katherine Stephenson and his nephews Gerald and Harry Stephenson. He is survived by two loving Daughters: Lisa Eason and Jhane Eason; Step-children: Sherri Miller, Katrina Bell, and Bryan Bell; Brother: David Eason; Sister: Shirley Eason Cole; Nephews: Kevin Stephenson, Mark Stephenson, Kerry Stephenson, Stacey Soupy Eason, and Miles Eason; Nieces: Barbara Whitfield, Felicia Eason-Young, and Dolicia Cole; Grandchildren: Gia, London, Bentley, and Brixton; many charismatic relatives and a host of loving friends.
Bonnie Sanabria
To the Eason Family--I have known John since I moved to LI in 5th grade and enrolled in Woodfield Road School--John used to "protect" me from all the boys that chases me home!--we remained friends into adultood with both of us being teachers--him in Lawrence and me in Malverne and Freeport--I saw him last at our 50th reunion & ran into him a few days later at Bigelows Clam House in RVC--he rose to great prominence in education and as a business owner--I shall always have a place in my heart for John--With heartfelt condolences--Bonnie and all the Sanabrias.
Bernie Zaccaro
My deepest sympathies to the Eason family. I remember John as a warm, genuine friend, terrific athlete and a man of dignity and style. I hope John's family and friends find solace together holding on to his memory.
Jim D'Andrade
John and I first met each other on the outdoor basketball courts at the “new” Malverne high school, before starting 7th grade, each shooting baskets independently. We challenged each other and played one on one for many years after and continued on the Jr. high and High School teams. John was a true friend and great team mate. My condolences to the Eason family. A great person was lost!
Gloria Schwartz (Gordon)
Obituary: JOHN H. EASON
John Henry Eason, 75, peacefully passed away September 8, 2019 in New Haven, Connecticut.
John was born March 22, 1944 in East Meadow, New York, the son of David and Lula Eason. He was the third child of four children and grew up in Lakeview, New York. In his early academic years, John attended Woodfield Road School and Malverne High School. He graduated from Franklin Pierce University with a Bachelor's Degree in History in 1967 and was the first African-American graduate in the school's history.
After graduating from Franklin Pierce University, John returned home with an electrifying passion to assist young men and women to achieve educational success. He went on to obtain a Master's of Science degree from Hofstra University in 1971. John impacted the Roosevelt school district with his sensitive student-centered teaching style, effectively helping students develop critical thinking and meta-cognitive skills. He ran after-school youth programs including a competitive basketball program in Roosevelt schools and parks. His goal was to help young men become strong, vigorous, active, and ambitious community leaders.
After his years of loving dedication to the Roosevelt community, he took his amazing talents to the Lawrence school district. He spent 25 years in this district as an influential and thought provoking educator. He also became the Lawrence Boys Varsity Basketball coach; spending countless hours introducing his teams to world-renowned basketball clinics and college recruitment opportunities, all the while pushing academic excellence. John, in the words of his many former students, was a powerful life force who touched more lives than he could have imagined.
John's volunteering efforts continued through his service to his precious alma mater, Franklin Pierce University. As a member of the Board of Trustees, he spent twenty-plus years serving the university under former presidents' Walter Peterson and George Hagerty. He was a permanent fixture on-campus, which included enjoying summer vacations with his family around the lake and regularly attending year-round events. John was also instrumental in the talent recruitment process for the Franklin Pierce University Men's Basketball program. He is credited for creating a pipeline of talent from New York to New Hampshire, which catapulted the university's basketball program into a
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics powerhouse and one of the most admired NCAA Division II Men's Basketball programs in the country. To honor his years of tireless efforts, the Franklin Pierce University John H. Eason Endowed Diversity Scholarship was created in 2016 to provide assistance to students with financial needs.
Besides his love for teaching and social commitments, John was a successful entrepreneur with diverse interests. He loved driving his numerous Corvettes, riding his Honda motorcycles, and watching sporting events. He played basketball and tennis and was a football referee. John was a jetsetter, a move maker, a distinguished aristocrat, a chief, a captain, a partaker of delectable delicacies, and most of all an admirable high performing African-American leader. John's favorite quote was "He who fails to plan, plans to fail." Those that knew him know he definitely had a winning spirit and failure was not an option. He was well-known all over Long Island. One would say, "If you need help or guidance, talk to Mr. Eason. He'll show you how your hard work and talent can make your dreams come true. He knows how to make things happen."
By all accounts, John was born to influence others to strive for excellence. His quick-thinking, high standard, on-the-money approach to life was infectious and encouraging. John leaves a long-lasting positive and animated impression on his family, friends, colleagues, sporting buddies, biker comrades, and community. He was preceded in death by his sister, the late Katherine Stephenson and his nephews Gerald and Harry Stephenson. He is survived by two loving Daughters: Lisa Eason and Jhane Eason; Step-children: Sherri Miller, Katrina Bell, and Bryan Bell; Brother: David Eason; Sister: Shirley Eason Cole; Nephews: Kevin Stephenson, Mark Stephenson, Kerry Stephenson, Stacey Soupy Eason, and Miles Eason; Nieces: Barbara Whitfield, Felicia Eason-Young, and Dolicia Cole; Grandchildren: Gia, London, Bentley, and Brixton; many charismatic relatives and a host of loving friends.