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