John Robert Pierson

John was born and raised in Herrin, IL. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Eastern Illinois University. He had a long and distinguished career in the telecommunication industry. Prior to retirement, his final career move was to Montgomery County Teachers Federal Credit Union as the Chief Development Officer.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Pierson (Matheny) of 52 years; daughter, Meredith Holahan (Pierson); son-in law Matt Holahan; son, Robert Pierson; daughter-in-law Nicole Pierson (Sullivan); his grandchildren, Chase Holahan, Max Holahan, Pierson Holahan, Megan Pierson, Thomas Pierson; brother James Pierson and sister-in-law Sandi Pierson. Followed by a host of nieces and nephews, and an abundance of family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert (Bob) and Helen Pierson.

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for your thoughts and prayers.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (https://give.themmrf.org/). A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2023, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Bethesda Country Club, 7601 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20817.