On Saturday, December 28, John, Former Mayor of Aurora, went to be with the Lord.
He is survived by his nephews and niece, all of Bristol, England. Predeceased by his partner Frances Neale and remembered by her family and his many friends. John will be greatly missed by Ruth Howard and her family and Graham Wride and his family. In lieu of flowers donations to Salvation Army Building Fund. Memorial visitation will be held at Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway S., Aurora on January 6, 2014, from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Memorial Service to follow at 3:00pm in the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Home. Online condolences and information at www.thompsonfh-aurora.com.