In the statement confirming his death, daughter Jonnelle Fletcher described him as “a very endearing, generous and sincere soul.”
“John ‘Ecstasy’ Fletcher was a beloved man, Deltonia’s life partner and the ex-husband of Carla, Joseph’s twin brother, artist, friend and lifelong partner of the legendary Jalil of Whodini,” the statement said. .
“Please send love and prayers to our family and with an open heart we ask the ancestors to cover their souls in peace and tranquility. Play their music if you are moved and know that this day will hear you from back home. December 23. “
Whodini was known for her singles “Friends” and “Freaks Come Out at Night”.
Hip-hop musician Ahmir Khalib Thompson, better known as Questlove, tweeted on Wednesday.
“A love of the ecstasy of the legendary #Whodini. This man was legendary and a key member of one of the most legendary hip hop groups,” Thompson wrote.
Jermaine Dupri recalled Fletcher on Twitter, writing, “Thank you for every word, for every conversation at any time, for your soul to rest in power.”
The cause of Fletcher’s death is unknown at this time.