JOHN (JACK) TOWNSEND, FUHS 1955
Jack was born in Hollywood, CA and moved to Calexico as a young child. He attended Mercersburg Academy in PA, and Fullerton High School, graduating from the latter. From Chapman University, he received his B.A. and M.A. in School Administration.
He began his teaching career in the Buena Park School District in 1960, later becoming a Principal, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, and Superintendent of Schools. He received many honors and awards, including being named a Wall of Fame recipient at Fullerton Union High School.
Music was an integral part of his life, and he was an accomplished pianist and organist. He played in prominent dinner houses, taught organ for Adult Education classes, and served as organist for First Christian Church and the Plummer Auditorium. He was actively involved as a board member of the Orange County Theatre Organ Society.
Amateur radio was another avid interest, as was restoration of antique autos and educational radio (KBPK 90.1, Buena Park).
He was also an active member of Fullerton First Christian Church, serving on the board many years, and having a keen interest in audio-visual development.
Above all, he was a devoted family man and is survived by his loving family; wife, Connie; son, Steven (Glenn); daughter, Nancy (Joe); and grand-daughter Milana (Jacob).
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Jack Townsend Memorial Fund at First Christian Church of Fullerton, 109 E. Wilshire, Fullerton, CA, 92832. McAulay & Wallace Mortury
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Mike Johnson, class rep for 1958, sent this info:
Connie Skeen Townsand, widow of Jack, is FUHS Class of 1958
posted by Connie @ 5:02 PM
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