John Motley Pearson
May 5, 1938 - November 17, 2021
John Motley Pearson, 83, passed away quietly in the evening of November 17, 2021 at Beacon Place. No formal gathering will be held at this time. John was born in Guilford County to Turner and Marie Price Pearson as one of nine children. He served in the US Army for two years, then worked in the wholesale drug business until retirement. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing with his friends as well as gardening in his free time. He was a lifetime member at New Garden Moose Lodge. John is survived by his wife, Iris; son, James “Jim” Pearson, as well as one sister, Blakely Sue Pearson. He was preceded in death by siblings Bill, Dorothy, Jean, Margaret, David, Charlie, and Sara. Forbis and Dick Guilford Chapel is serving the family.
John Motley Pearson, 83, passed away quietly in the evening of November 17, 2021 at Beacon Place. No formal gathering will be held at this time. John was born in Guilford County to Turner and Marie Price Pearson as one of nine children. He served... View Obituary & Service Information