John Carlisle

John Ashton “Johnny” Carlisle, 23, beloved son of Christopher J Carlisle and Rebekah Medaugh Carlisle, died unexpectedly, Friday, June 11, 2021. He was born February 12, 1998, in Westerville, Ohio, where he attended Whittier Elementary, Longfellow Math and Science Magnet, and Blendon Middle schools. His high school years were spent at Johnstown-Monroe, where his father teaches and coaches, and he graduated with the Class of 2016. In 2019, Johnny earned an associate degree from Columbus State Community College before transferring to Otterbein University where he studied global studies and political science. Athletic and intensely competitive, Johnny was an accomplished youth and collegiate golfer. In more recent years he became passionate about guitar playing. He was funny, kind, generous, a keen observer, and creative. He was a devoted friend to many. Despite his many gifts, talents and friends, Johnny struggled with mental health issues and addiction. He is predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Ruby Ashton Medaugh and cousin Zacharia C. Medaugh. In addition to his parents, Johnny is survived by his sister, Kaitlin Rose Carlisle; grandparents Joseph R. and Helen Haines Carlisle Sr, and Rev. John G. Medaugh; an extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins; and many special friends. The family will receive visitors Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Church of the Messiah United Methodist, 51 N. State St., Westerville, Ohio 43081, from 9am to 11am. Rev. Rick Vilardo will officiate a Celebration of Life service at 11am followed by a reception in McVay Hall. Private interment at Otterbein Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Otterbein O Club, 1 S. Grove St., Westerville OH 43081, and Concord Counseling Services, 700 Brooksedge Blvd, Westerville, OH 43081.