He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. After graduating from Drew High School in 1963, he moved to Wichita, KS. There he established himself a businessman, married and started his family. He worked as a dispatcher for Santa Fe Trail Transportation before entering the car business at Robinson Lesline Buick in Wichita. He then returned to Arkansas and purchased McGehee Auto Plaza. Ultimately, he left the car business and started Trotter Trucking. He was called to minister the gospel of Jesus Christ and ordained in 1997. While driving throughout the country, he took advantage of every opportunity to teach the Gospel.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Margerite Denyse Trotter and his son, John W. (Jennifer) Trotter Jr., both of Wichita, KS; five sisters, Ola (Lorenza) Simmons, Mary (Sammy) Simpson and Florine Moore, all of Monticello, AR, Apostle Vertie Pettiford of Dallas, TX, and Emma Trotter Carr of Charlotte, NC; four brothers, Rev. DeJuan (Lisa) Trotter of Dallas, TX, Kerwin (Cynthia) Coleman and Karon (Yvette) Trotter, Jr., both of Monticello, AR, and Gerald (Hilda) Canada of Little Rock, AR; eight grandchildren, Porsha Trotter, Breanne Foster, Brittany Turner, Matthew Kinnard, Malaysia Bowhay, Charles Kinnard, Alexa and Tre John Trotter; five great grandchildren, Braelen Gilbert, Branai Foster, Kailon Berringer, Tegan and Kileigh Trotter; and a host of relatives and friends.
Condolences(18)
Debra Howard-Copeland
Suffolk, VA Wednesday, July 3, 2013 My condolences to the Trotter family on the loss of your loved one. Look to the hills from whence cometh our help. All of our help comes from the Lord. May God continue to comfort you all.Joseph & Jackie Walker
McGehee, AR Monday, July 1, 2013 We will continue to keep the Trotter Family uplifted in prayer as they go this trying time. John will be missed.Robert Branch
HOUSTON, TX Monday, July 1, 2013 My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Trotter family for your lost. The good news is that he knew The Lord and made a conscious effort to ensure that others did as well.I can be reached at 936-689-3726.
Thanks and my prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Robert E. Branch
Tammy Benbrook
Benton, AR Monday, July 1, 2013 Gerald and Family, so sorry to hear about your brother. As a friend and co-worker, we are all praying for you. Cherish the memories!Bishop Sam Wherry
ElDorado, AR Monday, July 1, 2013John Wesley Trotter death leaves a legacy in Southeast Arkansas. Trotter in 1986 founded McGhee Auto Plaza, The First African American Own/operated Ford Motor Company Dealership, giving Trotter the distinct honor of being the First African American to own a Major Business in this Economic Development Region Known as Cornerstone Economic Development Region(Consisting all of Southeast Arkansas. John Trotter was truly an outstanding Christian Gentlemen and was Fords top Volume Dealer in the Region for Five Consecutive years. John Wesley Trotter, Sr.
Barbara Milburn
, AR Monday, July 1, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Sarah Blackmon
Monticello, AR Saturday, June 29, 2013 My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss of your brother, John. I did not know him, but know quite a few of his family, and I pray that God be with you and give you peace.Glorise Suber Peterson
Jackson, MI Saturday, June 29, 2013 In the mist of his pain there was always a sense of peace. We have lost a precious gem, but I know his sparkle is lighting up Heaven all day. He has gone from among us, but his spirit will always be within us. Lean on the Lord, be strong in His might and He will strengthen our broken hearts.North Park Missionary Baptist Church
, TX Saturday, June 29, 2013 We the members of North Park Missionary Baptist Church , Dallas Texas, express sympathy to the family in this time of great loss and extend our love, prayers and support. May the Lord contiue to watch over you is our prayer and may the precious memories of your loved one keep you ever on the road that leads to God,La Warn
Arkansas City, AR Saturday, June 29, 2013 I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Trotter. I’m keeping the family in my prayers during this difficult time. Mr. Trotter will always have a special place in my heart. Over the years, we have talked about the word of God for many hours and although many things stand out for me now, I remember him speaking of “When I get to heaven…” We used to talk about this one factor SO much until I can hear it now! I know he knew the Lord and that he had faith he would receive his crown someday. Mr. Trotter was a remarkable person. He was a true business man, a man of God, and a jovial-respectful friend to me. I will miss him dearly. Although this time is very difficult, please remember that John 11:24-25 tells us that those who die in Christ shall live again.Mary King
Monticello, AR Friday, June 28, 2013 My deepest condolences to the wonderful family of this fine man. The world is a poorer place because he is no longer in it.Pastor Leroy Greene, Sr.
Kansas City, KS Friday, June 28, 2013 To the Trotter family who has been friends of the Greene family for many decades: My sympathy goes out to you. We will all miss "Wes." Just allow God to comfort you as only He can. Even though Wes has left this earth, he will always remain in our hearts.Patricia Leonard-Jackson
Little Rock, AR Thursday, June 27, 2013 Praying that God will comfort your family at this time..May your memories of your loved one & your faith in God give U peacePreston Johnson Jr
Little Rock, AR Thursday, June 27, 2013 Deacon Gerald Canada,I am praying for your continued strength now and in the days ahead. May God also comfort your family as only He can.
Deacon Preston Johnson, Jr.
Secretary, St. Mark Baptist Church Board of Deacons
Deena Smith-Jones
Bryant, AR Wednesday, June 26, 2013 To the Trotter Family:I send my condolences to each of you. Uncle John was one of my favorite former uncle in laws who I will ALWAYS remember. I was very shock to hear of such news when I seen some announcements on Facebook. I know that his funeral will be a celebration of his home going. This is just how the Trotter family does it. (Smile)
Bridgette Youngblood
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, June 26, 2013 When a man knows God "When a man knows God, he is free: his sorrows have an end, and birth and death are no more. When in inner union he is beyond the world of the body, then the third world, the world of the Spirit, is found, where the power of the All is, and man has all: for he is one with the ONE." John knew the Spirit of God.The Elton Family
, NC Wednesday, June 26, 2013 To the Trotter Family:My wife and I would like to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of Mr. Trotter. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. When we read Genesis 1:28 and 31, we find that sickness and death were not a part of God's original purpose. How thankful we are that our grand Creator plans to restore his original purpose and make it possible for all mankind (including loved ones we have lost in death) to live forever under perfect conditions. (Revelation 21:3-5; John 5:28,29) It is our hope that these words bring you a measure of comfort during this difficult time. Once again, please accept our condolences as you deal with the loss of John and contemplate the hope of seeing him again.
Janet Platt-Braswell
Kansas City, KS Tuesday, June 25, 2013 To the Trotter FamilyJohn Will Always be remembered as you share the stories and the memories of how he lived his life
and how very much he meant, may you find comfort...
And, throughout this difficult time, may you also know
the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for you and all your family.
Sincerely, Mrs. Janet Platt-Braswell