"John was my manager when we worked at Hoskyns PLC during 1988-2009. He always treated me with respect and courtesy during our time together there. Although John was always 'the boss' we also came to be friends with quite a bit in common and after his retirement we would meet up for a lunch now and again formerly with another retired member Hoskyns - Ian Hull-Brown but latterly just John and I. I will remember John for two extremely important reasons; he considered me a suitable candidate for the vacancy in his department for which I applied at Hoskyns and I quickly recognised that John was man of integrity I/we all knew where we stood and friends like that are hard to find. He stood fiercely by his principles - some might say stubbornly so! but he was a man of conviction. Wendy and Jessica helped unconditionally and tirelessly with his failing health which John managed with dignity. "Still, still with Thee, when purple morning breaketh, When the bird waketh, and the shadows flee; Fairer than morning, lovelier than daylight, Dawns the sweet consciousness, I am with Thee." Rest well John"

"Condolences to Wendy, Jessica, Eli and Ella, Neil and myself looking through the photos. So many fond memories of Uncle John, with love in them all, we will never forget god bless thinking of you all."

"TOGETHER ALWAYS - When he consented to dance, the first time I met him, I held his hand. In cinemas, on country walks, I held his hand. When promising to love and cherish, I held his hand. When each child was born, I held his hand. Such strong hands! Golden hands! Amazingly creative - to economize. Hard worked and roughened they may have been, but smoothness and sensed in his caressing. Then the hands become blue-veined drawn white but still active. Cool on my fevered head, warm and comforting when I was down. And if we went to church or shop, in fact, anywhere I always held that precious hand. When he was ill, I held his hand. When he passed away I was holding his hand. So many years of holding hands. I will love you forever John. Wendy. xxxxxx"

"Goodbye Uncle John. So sad to hear this news. When I was young you were the one we wanted to emulate. From our parents generation but not of it somehow,more in step with us. I have many fond memories of times with you and Auntie Wendy. "

"God bless and rest in peace now Uncle John. Sending our love to Auntie Wendy, Jessica, Eli & Ella at this sad time. Cherish your many wonderful memories of John, Dad and Grandad. "

"From the heart each generation have their own precious memories of the joy and enrichment you brought to them that can’t be taken away we shed tears for our loss but take comfort from sharing our lives with you and support you gave us, free from pain and suffering we will miss you Uncle John always “my big brother”. Glen and Perada "

"Love & Hugs to you Wendy, Jess & Family. Through the tears & sadness each day a special memory will flash by for you to smile at. Memories last forever. I will always remember my time with John. Love Elaine. Discussions solving the "world" problems with John will always be something that Trevor will remember. xxxx RIP "

"Condolences to Wendy , Jess and family. John is pain free now and at rest. He had the knowledge that his legacy will live on in his much loved grand kids. Was privileged to have spent time with him. R.I.P Neil"

"I will miss you grandad. Tonight I have taken your green cap home and started filling it with your special pin badges. I’ve written a letter and put it in the cap then I know you’ll read it. Today was the worse day of my life as I am going to miss you. Lots of love Eli Xx"

"Grandad, will you let me know what heaven is like? I’ve left a pencil and paper by side of my bed under the blue cap I have of yours . You can write me a message about the big adventure you are going on and let me know when you’ve seen your mummy, daddy, brother and sisters. Lots of love Ella Xx"