John Pierce Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Pierce (Suffolk, Virginia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on January 6, 2026 at the age of 71, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Pierce to show support.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Alphonso Pierce Sr. and Etta Pierce; his wife Erica Gatling-Pierce; his children, Sharise P. Arline (James), Corey Pierce (Tiffanie), Crystal Johnson, Monica Daniels (Lamont), Deshanna Duggins, Deon Gatling and Destinee Sessoms; his siblings, Alphonso Pierce Jr. (Annette), Willie "Bill" Pierce, Dennis Pierce (Lelita), Mary V. Pierce-Boone, Vivian Kenly, Juareline Diggs and Debra Kearney; his grandchildren, De'Quan Pierce (Ashley), Ja'Quanda Williams, Nyjah Johnson, Ta'Coreya Pierce, Erik Ponton, Miles Ponton, Nigel Johnson, Noel Johnson, Jameseon Arline, Jakhari Gatling, Natalie Duggins, Ni'ke Baker and Neala Baker; and his great grandchildren, Quiana Pierce, Alani Arline, Amiyah Pierce, Carter Arline, Ca'Milah Arline and Camello Arline.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Community of Hope Funeral Service

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January 9, 2026

James Pierce wrote a sympathy message

“Our family expresses our deepest condolence to the family. Our hope is that you all gain comfort from the many fond memories you have of John. For sure, God has promised to give the strength to those facing difficult times that they can heal. 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4”