[north east exile]

For those who knew him I am very sad to announce that John, a founder member of the club and current West Stand season ticket holder died on Sunday. He'd been ill for quite a while but was still determined to be at the games travelling from his home in Silsden until it became impossible - only a few weeks ago. He was in his early 60s and unfortunately had a complex genetic heart condition. Recent heart surgery last December didn't quite do the trick but gave him a little more time for his work, his writing, 'town' and his beloved Carol (obviously in reverse order!) The last time I was at a game with him he was struggling to get up the steps to his seat but he kept on after that, I don't know how. He was a real supporter and a regular since a boy. After a tough time, especially during these last weeks he can 'rest in peace'.

[Spired]

Rest in peace John - likely i'd have known you by sight rather than by name but always sad to hear of the loss of a fellow fan

[Westbars Spireite]

RIP John.

I think he posted on here occasionally.

[Heavy_Soul]

RIP fellow Spireite.

[howardb]

Have known John since Netherthorpe School

Wonderful guy

RIP

[spireitenag]

Thoughts go out to his family and friends.

RIP John,another Spireite gone up into the blue skies.

[Elmer Fudd's Thick Lip]

Was John the big guy who used to do a piece in the DT a few seasons ago??

[Mr Mercury]

Safe journey mate...

[Spireite1969]

Farewell from a fellow Spireite. RIP.

[Rudeboy spireite]

Thoughts are with his family, total respect for his determination

[stevo]

RIP John condolences to the family

[dallyduncan]

north east exile, on 07 December 2015 - 08:49 PM, said:

For those who knew him I am very sad to announce that John, a founder member of the club and current West Stand season ticket holder died on Sunday. He'd been ill for quite a while but was still determined to be at the games travelling from his home in Silsden until it became impossible - only a few weeks ago. He was in his early 60s and unfortunately had a complex genetic heart condition. Recent heart surgery last December didn't quite do the trick but gave him a little more time for his work, his writing, 'town' and his beloved Carol (obviously in reverse order!) The last time I was at a game with him he was struggling to get up the steps to his seat but he kept on after that, I don't know how. He was a real supporter and a regular since a boy. After a tough time, especially during these last weeks he can 'rest in peace'.

R.I.P. John heart felt condolences to your family and frienda

[spireitewolf]

howardb said:

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Have known John since Netherthorpe School

Wonderful guy

RIP

RIP John , fellow Spireite and gramma dog lol

[Bankrobber]

Westbars Spireite, on 07 December 2015 - 08:51 PM, said:

RIP John.

I think he posted on here occasionally.

'Jackolt' was his username i believe.

RIP John.

[financejon]

north east exile, on 07 December 2015 - 08:49 PM, said:

For those who knew him I am very sad to announce that John, a founder member of the club and current West Stand season ticket holder died on Sunday. He'd been ill for quite a while but was still determined to be at the games travelling from his home in Silsden until it became impossible - only a few weeks ago. He was in his early 60s and unfortunately had a complex genetic heart condition. Recent heart surgery last December didn't quite do the trick but gave him a little more time for his work, his writing, 'town' and his beloved Carol (obviously in reverse order!) The last time I was at a game with him he was struggling to get up the steps to his seat but he kept on after that, I don't know how. He was a real supporter and a regular since a boy. After a tough time, especially during these last weeks he can 'rest in peace'.

Also knew John from Netherthorpe and was in the same class as well! Saw John many times at away games as we were in different home stands and he took his illness with bravery and great dignity. John will be sadly missed and it just won't be the same without him to chat to at so many different away tea bars!

RIP John

This post has been edited by jm1452: 08 December 2015 - 03:39 PM

[lindave]

I can't place him at the moment but I've heard the name.God Bless Him, may he rest in peace and his family be comforted.Always sad to lose a fellow Spireite.

[spireitedave]

RIP John - always sad to hear of the loss of a fellow Spireite.

[Spireite-Karl]

lindave, on 08 December 2015 - 05:06 PM, said:

I can't place him at the moment but I've heard the name.God Bless Him, may he rest in peace and his family be comforted.Always sad to lose a fellow Spireite.

Likewise, name rings a bell.

RIP John.

[blue4life]

Was at Netherthorpe with John.
Condolences to all his family.
R.I.P.

[dalekpete]

As John was a solid Spireite and member of this board I will make sure he has a light in the Memorial Garden as part of the SpireLights this Christmas. My thoughts are with those who were close to him.