Absolutely shattering news
John was all I ever knew since coming into the pdca, from my time at EPFC, to our frequent chats since moving to brahma. John was a massive influence on my cricket, because he had an outlook like no other, not just cricket but life in general. He understood priorities in life. That was the best thing about him, not only did he enjoy and thrive at cricket, but as a mentor in life. Having dealt with so much in his family and social life, John was an amazingly positive guy, and never steered away or shy'd away from a challenge. A great bloke till the end, john has touched so many and left a great legacy for the kids at EP to go on with. He always worked at getting the best out of an individual, because he believed and had faith like no other that with the right mind frame, the right goals and desire, everyone could be something and make a difference.
John certainly made a difference. RIP big fella, gone but never forgotten.