Firstly I would like to send my deepest condolences to Mandy and Family in this very difficult time. 

I had the pleasure of working with John for the past 8 years and he was without a doubt one of the kindest and most knowledgable people i ever worked with.  If i was ever stuck with a technical query for work or during works on my house John would be there to help, with calm and solid advice, which always got me through. 

I miss our conversations, trips to Lidl and laughs along the way.

John, (Sir), i would just like to say thank you for everything.  I am a better Technical Manager thanks to you and your support.

Miss you mate.