John David Sheffield

John David Sheffield 1946-2008 John David Sheffield, 61, of Marietta, Georgia died at his home Friday, March 28, 2008. John was born in Ozark, Alabama on November 15, 1946 to the late Bert & Frances Carroll Sheffield. John attended Emory at Oxford and graduated from Emory University with a degree in Science and earned Masters and Specialist degrees from Georgia State University. A dedicated and beloved educator, John’s 36 year career in Cobb County Schools included 22 years at Campbell High School where he served as Science Department Head, sponsored National Honor Society and served on the state level of NHS, and 14 years as Science Department Head at Harrison High School. After retiring from Cobb County Schools, John was hired by Pearson Education to develop and present training workshops to Science and Language Arts teachers in the southeastern region of the United States. John had incredible artistic abilities. A talented pianist, as a young man, John served as organist at First Baptist in his hometown of Ozark, AL. As a teenager, John saved his allowance for a special Mother’s Day gift. He commissioned a local artist to render a portrait of himself and walked to town for sittings until the painting was completed. As an only child, the painting held special significance for his parents. John’s appreciation of art and nature is evident in his collection of art, antiques, and his beautifully landscaped backyard nature sanctuary. He filled his home with special artifacts/mementos of his travels, had a great affinity for creating memorable dining experiences for friends and developed a plan to participate in an antiques market in Marietta. Attending Atlanta Symphony Orchestra events had a special significance for John. Condolences may be expressed online at www.mckoon.com The funeral service is Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 2:00 PM at McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson St, Newnan, GA 30263 with Dr. Med Roach officiating. Burial will be in the family plot in Ozark, AL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Atlanta Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society, 413 Concord Rd SW, Smyrna, GA 30082-4509. McKoon Funeral Home (770) 253-4580

John David Sheffield

November 15, 1946 - March 28, 2008