Mr. Stafford worked for the Cobb County School District for 42 years before his retirement on July 1, 2026. He held many different positions in the district. From 1984-1991, he was a Walton High School teacher, Athletic Trainer and Athletic Coordinator. He helped open Harrison High School in 1991 as Assistant Principal. In 2009, he held a Split Assignment with Harrison High School and Cobb County School District Central Office. In 2012- 2026 he was with the Cobb County School District in a District Administration Role. On July 1, 2026, he retired as the Senior Executive Director of Events and Venue Management.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Gayna L. Stafford; Daughter, Ashleigh D. Conatser (Erik), Johns Island S.C.; Son, Ricky D. Waters (Stephany), Johns Creek, Ga; and his 5 grandchildren whom he adored...Adeline, Charlotte and London Waters, Phoenix and Beckham Conatser; Mother, Margaret G. Stafford, Lancaster PA; Sister, Peggy A. Brown (Roger), Lancaster. PA, and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends October 24, 2027 from 11:00-1:00 with service to follow at 1pm in the chapel of West Cobb Funeral Home, 2480 Macland Road, Marietta, GA 30064. Burial will be at Kennesaw Memorial Park, 1306 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta, GA. 30064
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John G. Stafford Memorial Scholarship Fund by visiting https://4agc.com/donate/stafford
