John sadly passed away this week after a long illness. He was a scholar and gentleman - a cliché but true. As a young man he was a farmer before becoming an academic psychologist. Gentle, sagacious, often humorous and always good company.
John and Linda shared with us many happy Swallow Boat meetings in England and cruising adventures in Scotland in his BR20 ("Ella") and subsequently their BRe ("Red Ella"). It's hard not to smile when I think of the things we did together. Linda intends to continue sailing with us.
Our hearts go out to Linda and his family including many grandchildren.
For the time being, the family have asked that we confine ourselves to remembering John on this forum and avoid other social media.
Matthew