"John was an active member of the club with amazing knowledge on azaleas and in April wrote us a piece on caring for these plants. He will be missed by many of the club members."
"We understand he volunteered work at Hilliers. He was also friendly with Rosmary Legrande regarding her father's breeding of azaleas."
"Humorous; very knowledgeable when it came to motorcar engines; involved with many other societies - archaeology, vintage cars, volunteered at various places and was passionate about his deciduous azaleas."
"Brought his own home-grown azaleas (from seed) to plant sale - distributed seedlings to members. Always available for advice, especially about his pet topics of azaleas and rhododendrons. Friendly and helpful to all."
