Please do here John is on the mend let's hope it continues

It's nice to hear a bit of good news these days Jim........Let's hope John continues to improve he's a fighter and a 42nder what more can be said? Good Luck John.

It’s great to know that John, has improved a little get well soon John.

Brilliant, well done Jim

Jim you misse a word between on parade, sounds french with a scotch accent.

John still in hospital but improving. Ella says he enjoys watching the photo frame, recognises many faces and identifies all the guns.

Had a text from John's daughter Lily today.

I'm delighted to report that John came home from hospital on Monday this week. Lily says he's OK but getting more forgetful.

I asked Lily to tell her Dad that all his Army pals are thinking of him and wish him well. I also asked her to tell him from me to get his hair cut.

Lily said he badly needs it!

thats good news about John getting home, not so good him losing his memory though, its what keeps us old ones going, remembering the good as well as the bad, thats what makes life interesting.

Haven't had any contact with John or his family for some time. I recently emailed daughter Lily but got no reply. I tried calling Lily's mobile today but call failed, looks like she's changed her number. Called the house but just got the answering machine, left my number for someone to hopefully call back. I'm beginning to feel a wee bit uneasy, but will keep trying to contact.

Jim. I read some of your previous posts concerning John. I can understand your uneasiness. John was a few years ahead of me but I do remember him, mostly as a Bdr and, as I recall, a staunch member and a leading light of the J NCOs' Mess. A larger than life man. I do hope he is OK.

I also hope John is okay and just away on holiday...

Panic off, I've just been talking to Ella on the phone, they're all fine, basically no change in John's condition, so that's good news.

Pleased to hear it

A good Man "Load it" and very kind even if he always had to have the last word.

I can still hear him now

"BARBER FFS !!"

"Bu bu bu bu bu but Sarge" those of you who were there will understand and remember

Happy times

We're planning a tour of the Highlands this summer and I intend to call in and see John.

Jim please say hello from me and Lillian.

where in Scotland is he ?

Jon ,John Newman lives in Newburgh on route to St Andrews you could get the berry bus from Blairgowrie lol

We could we are there next week so I will be contacting you shortly

So sorry to read about John he was always
Happy and helpful

Being in the area last Monday I thought I'd drop in and see how Jock was doing. I phoned first and spoke to Ella who informed me that he is not home at the moment. He's in a respite centre near home awaiting provision of a hoist his carers say he needs in order to continue his care at home. Ella says his physical condition is much the same but his memory is getting worse. I asked Ella to pass on best wishes from us all.

This happy picture shows John and his four daughters today on the eve of his 80th birthday.

I'm sure we all wish him well on reaching this milestone and wish him many more to come.

Why am I not surprised that John was born on the same day WW2 broke out?

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Happy birthday John, stay in there you know you can do it

A lovely heart-warming pic of John N and daughters.

good to see John smiling and with his lovely Daughters for his special day.

Glad to see John is well again , had many a laugh with John in Lippstadt.

Greetings from Perth Australia JOHN!!!!!!

CLIVE ( JACK) ( INANTO ) TAFF ) Tarr

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN!

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Thanks Big Jim, for updating the forum on John’s health, and his 80th birthday hope you had a great day, all the best John nice photo of you and your four daughters.

John has been rushed to hospital, doesn't look good, I'll keep you posted.

Jim, sorry to hear that, my fingers are crossed mate.

I'm sorry to report that John passed away last night.

I will post funeral details later.

Thanks for letting everyone know Jim about John's passing and may he rest in peace,also condolences to his family and friends. Another gentleman and Gunner passed this way.

RIP John I remember you from your 49 Bty days and the Malton reunion 2004

I am devastated to hear the sad news Jim, I would like to attend the service so please keep me informed mate.

So sorry to hear the news. RIP John and condolences to his wonderful family

I’m so sorry to hear this sad news John, was my number one in Devizes.
This photo was taken next to New Brighton baths 1971 and as we fired blanks into the Mersey, all the windows in the baths were blown out what a laugh we had after that happened.R.I.P John,My condolences to his family and friends

A sad start to 2014. R.I.P. John. Sincerest condolences to his Family and I know he has many friends.

John's funeral will be on Monday 10 Feb at 1400hrs

Perth Crematorium, Crieff Road, Perth PH1 2PE, 01738-625068

Remember John very well,such sad news. RIP John.

RIP John and condolences to family. My old man is waiting at the bar with a pint of Keo for you.

So sorry to hear the sad news. R.I.P. John. Condolences to the family

Went to John's funeral this afternoon, massive turnout, saw Chris Dunham and Jock Mills there as well, will post a short video later.

Farewell to a Comrade-in-Arms, good friend and much loved family man.

well done jim, when I was asking about placing the wreath, I was told that in Perth, they dont carry the coffin in whilst the friends and family are already in the room. No doubt thats why you couldnt video that part of the service. Still John would have been proud. R.I.P John.

Well done Jim you did him proud

Mum and family would like to thank everyone for their condolences and those who attended the funeral of my dad. Also thank you for the lovely wreath. He will be sadly missed


lily mcfadyen

Lily, as you said he will be sorely missed. Give our regards to your Mum