John Edward Ebert

John Edward Ebert April 1, 1965 - October 25, 2025 John Ebert ended his journey on earth peacefully in the early morning of October 25, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents, John Thomas Ebert and Catherine Lager Ebert. John is survived by his daughter Veronica Leigh Diamond; siblings: Tamara Ann Ebert, Thomas Michael Ebert (Tammy), Shannon Ebert Fabber, James Theron Ebert (Heather), and Matthew Lee Ebert(Stephe); six nieces and five nephews: Rebecca Claire Poirier, Tyler John Ebert, Jordan Thomas Ebert, Kaitlyn Ebert Alderman, Morgan Ashley Fabber, Madison Leigh Fabber, Edgar John Fabber, Balen Theron Ebert, Catherine Ann Ebert, Olivia Reese Ebert and Finley Thomas Ebert. Born in Mobile, Alabama, John spent his childhood in Baldwin County, Pensacola, Florida and Manassas, Virginia. He was a three sport letterman at Stonewall Jackson Sr. High School, earning the nickname “Jumpin Johnny” for the elevation he achieved in basketball games. John graduated from the University of Virginia with a BS in Finance in 1987. He was a resident assistant and member of Beta Theta Pi. John began his career as a Senior Trader in San Francisco, California with O’Connor and Associates and continued with Swiss Bank. After Swiss Bank he was a founding member of a proprietary unit of RBC Dominion’s Chicago office. John later founded Cavalier Trading and along with his brother James was a Managing Partner. Throughout his career he traded on four options exchanges: San Francisco, Philadelphia, New York, and Chicago. His career included trading as an independent market maker, building an equity derivative trading operation, as well as advising hedge funds, trading firms and individuals on trading strategies. He was a frequent guest lecturer at the University of Virginia. Although his career took him to major urban destinations, Foley, Alabama and Haymarket, Virginia were always in his heart. John was the best son, brother, and uncle. When his daughter was born, he was a joyful and a tirelessly devoted dad. John was a mentor to many both academically and athletically. He coached baseball for the Perdido Cubs and was instrumental in the formation of Starfish 23, along with his brother Michael and nephew Jordan. He donated his time for private lessons and baseball and basketball camps through the 501(c3) organization. In 2024 John got his teaching certificate and taught adaptive physical education for special needs students. He was moved and humbled by his students and poured his heart into teaching and learning from their remarkable efforts. Combining his trading and teaching talents in 2025, John accepted an opportunity with Larson Financial. He relocated to Houston, Texas and thrived. In August he discovered he had Stage IV pancreatic cancer. He was a fighter and courageous until the end. In the weeks prior to October 25th, he was surrounded by family, friends, coworkers and mentees. The outpouring of love and support was the greatest comfort to a man eager to accomplish more, grateful for all the blessings he received in life, and confident to face eternity in God’s kingdom. A graveside service is planned for November 15th, 2025 at 10AM at Pine Rest Cemetery in Foley, Alabama. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to starfish23.org. Arrangements are entrusted to Cason Funeral Service in Foley Alabama

John Edward Ebert

October 25, 2025

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