John William Wall

John William Wall passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024, at home in Westerville at the age of 81 surrounded by loved ones. John was born January 28, 1943. He was a graduate of London High School London, Ohio.. He is preceeded in death by parents, Ernest A. and Louise Wall; sister, Barbara French and son, Montgomery W. Wall of Waxhaw, North Carolina. In-laws, Lonnie J. and Genevieve Cain. He leaves behind beloved wife, Eva (Jeanie) of 55 years and daughter, Andrea Rowe (James); grandsons, Adam and Erin Hoover; daughter-in-law, Suzie and grandsons, Alex and Jack Wall; sisters-in-law, Lucinda Cain and Debbie Cain. John leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends and his loving dog, Calli. John never knew a stranger and enjoyed conversations with everyone he met. He was an advocate of wheelchair sports. He was the Founder and active team member of the Columbus Pioneers Wheelchair Softball Team founded in 1992, many adaptive sports programs and participated in several wheelchair sports. His many accolades include being inducted to the National Wheelchair Softball Association Hall Of Fame, 2011 Ohio Wheelchair Games Hall Of Fame and making the front page news for his hole-in-one sitting down! A member of the Westerville Citizens Police Academy and WCPAAA. He was a motivational speaker, fund raiser, volunteer and enjoyed traveling. Special thanks to KathyLions and Michael Kaberi who conducted themselves so selflessly and compassionately while caring for John, as well as the OT's, nurses, aides and Hospice of Columbus. No calling hours will be scheduled as there will be a private service at Moreland Funeral Home on 55 E. Schrock Rd. Westerville, Ohio. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Columbus Park & Rec. https://columbusrecparks.com/connect/support/donate/.
(In the options window under GIFT DESIGNATION) pleaseinclude Wheelchair Softball or Charity of choice