John Randolph Pierce

John Randolph Pierce, Sr., age 86, formerly of Melbourne, Florida, passed away in Louisville, KY. on Saturday, February 15, 2014. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, a 32nd Degree Mason and a Shriner. John retired from General Electric as the Southeastern Zone Manager in contract sales. He was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Melbourne, Florida.

Mr. Pierce is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Patricia Whelan Pierce; children, James Brian Pierce, Daniel Michael Pierce, John Randolph Pierce, Jr. and Linda Marie Waddell (Rusty); grandchildren, Blair Waddell (Erin) and Kelley Ledford (Chris); sister, Sue Luek; and a host of relatives and friends.

Memorial services will be 11am March 1, 2014 at Masonic Homes of Louisville, Pillars Chapel, 3503 Moyers Circle, Masonic Home (Louisville), KY 40041.

Memorials may be made to Hosparus or First Baptist Church of Melbourne, Florida.