A celebration of John's life was held at the RNLI Boathouse, Hastings on Friday 1st March 2019 at 12:30 p.m. This was followed by a service for family and close friends at Hastings Crematorium, The Ridge TN34 2AE at 2:00 p.m.

Donations in John's memory for either RNLI Hastings or The Winkle Club, Hastings may be made via this page or send via the funeral directors: Arthur C. Towner Ld., 2 - 4 Norman Road, St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 6NH.