“John always sought ‘the path less travelled’. His innate creativity, intelligence, will and flair, always led him to new ways of seeing and doing.
"He touched people's lives, perhaps more deeply than he realised. Through his CDs; healing songs, beautiful voice, and wonderful humour, he continues to do so.
“What was of paramount importance was to actualise a funeral service to celebrate and honour John's life. The support I received from Poppy's, in realising this vision, cannot be overstated.
“John's funeral is, and will continue to be, the most memorable day of my life. Friends still speak of it, which keep those beautiful memories and living connections alive.
“The most profound moment was during the service on the barge, looking out of the window — the Autumn day sunny beyond my expectations — while gently moving along the water, as we listened to John singing.
“The falling leaves drifting into the canal, birds swooping onto the water, to rise again, the quality of the reflected light, and the slight hum of the barge. A sense of feeling thoroughly alive and at one with John's presence, in peace and in love. I think John thoroughly enjoyed it!”