John Whitehead Memorial Fund

John was a beloved member of the Olympus team, his friends and colleagues deeply miss him. All donations will go to John's family to support memorial costs.

John was born August 4, 1980, in Jackson, MS to Ronnie and Karen Whitehead. After graduating from Hillcrest Christian School, he attended Ouachita Baptist on a football scholarship, eventually returning home to play for Mississippi College where he graduated with a degree in Political Science. He continued his career with the Indoor Football League playing for the Lubbock Gunslingers and Katy Copperheads.

While living in Texas, he met the love of his life, Brooke. They settled down and were married in May 2008. They had three children: Boston, Emerson, and Dalton.

John was a devoted husband and father, and his life was centered around his wife and children. When you first met John, he would be quick to tell you that his family was his greatest accomplishment. His hobbies included attending any and every activity with his family and cheering for the LSU Tigers!