John B. Antonson (Jack) passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024 at the Davenport House, after a short battle with cancer.

Jack was born March 31, 1935, in Oregon City, OR. He grew up in Southern Oregon and graduated from Medford High School in 1953. Jack served in the United States Marine Corp from 1954 to 1957 earning the Rank of Sergeant. After his Honorable Discharge, Jack attended Oregon College of Education and earned his Secondary Education Degree in 1962 and his Masters degree in 1967.

Jack spent his entire education career at Silverton Union High School from 1962 to 1997. He taught U.S. History, Social Studies, and Citizenship Ed. Jack was the Head Varsity Baseball Coach from 1966 – 1973, Girls Golf Coach from 1985 – 1987, Boys Golf from 1988 – 1990, and Assisted with Basketball from 1962 – 1970. Jack was the Athletic Director for Silverton High School from 1977 until his retirement in 1997. He was named Oregon Athletic Director of the Year in 1993 and was inducted into the Oregon Athletic Director Hall of Fame in 2014.

Jack loved Athletics, especially Golf and Baseball, and was an avid Yankees fan. His passion for coaching Athletics left a lasting impression an many Student-Athletes.

Jack was preceded in death by his wife Donna, parents George Antonson and Doris (Floyd) Emmons, brother and sister in law, Jerry and Shirley Antonson. He is survived by his half Brother, Andy Antonson, his children Dori (Willy) Meyer and Mark (Connie) Antonson; grandchildren Kacie (Kevin) Wiesner, Kellye Meyer, Tanner Antonson, Courtney (Gavin) Barnes, Trevor Antonson, Lindsey Antonson; Two great-grandchildren and four Nephews. He is also survived by Donna's children Todd Nusbaum, Debbie (Eric) Kern, Jeff (Cindy) Nusbaum, and their children.

Graveside service is planned for Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Valley View Cemetery, 5400 Valley View Road NE, Silverton, OR 97381. A reception will follow at the Silverton Elks Club, 300 High St., Silverton, OR 97381.

The family would like to thank Davenport Place for the wonderful care and compassion they provided to Jack during his stay there and especially during his last days. They would also like to thank Serenity Hospice for their care and compassion during Jack's last days

Donations may be made to Silverton High Alumni Association or Silver Fox Foundation.