John was a South St.Louis Babyboomer born to Dewey and Geneva Wyatt just after WWII.  He went to Cleveland High School.  He attended St. Louis Junior College and graduated from Washington University School of Architecture.  After the Army, he worked for the St. Louis Housing Authority and later in the architectural planning department of the May Company and  also did some local residential real estate redevelopment, all before assuming the family business – Soulard Barber Shop from his dad.

John enjoyed travelling, singing in the church choir and exploring local hiking trails.  But most of all he treasured time with his grandchildren: notably trips to the St. Louis Art Museum, softball games, school plays, Meramec Caverns, and of course, birthday parties. 

The last 12 years have held many health challenges for John, but he managed to keep the old barber shop running until last year – for a family legacy of 75 years.  He liked being a part of the Soulard neighborhood.   Meeting new, and greeting old customers gave him much pleasure.  

Thanks to the VA health system John had been able to stick around with us for the last 7 years. He was grateful for this time. He got to see Desmond do well in high school, hear Emery play the cello, and see Hollyn develop her acting skills in school plays.   

John was also grateful to the many friends, neighbors, family and clergy who have been so supportive.  He had requested a private family good-bye with disbursement of his ashes in the Mississippi River.  

So, in lieu of a traditional memorial service, please enter a simple memory or thought here on the St. Louis Cremation website. Then, if you are so inclined, view online the beautiful rendition of How Great Thou Art sung by Life-in-3D.  This was John’s favorite hymn. He loved God family more than anything.   

John is survived by his sons Andrew (Libby) and Jordan (Jill) and grandchildren Desmond, Emery and Hollyn. Also his sister Nerine BouAoun and nieces Hana and Layal.