JOHN KENNETH OWEN MATTHEWS
Passed away at Home on 15th July 2024, aged 71 years of Launceston.
A loving Father to Adam & Lee, a much-loved Grandfather to Meadow, Luna and Marley, treasured Brother to Marion and Hillary, Uncle and friend to many.
Johnny lived all his life in Launceston. He was a driving force in the local football scene playing for and managing Southgate United (formerly Stan’s Stags), Co-founder of Southgate Colts youth football club and managed and assisted multiple teams and achieved huge success acquiring multiple trophies.
John had many friends from his time working at Prouts Garage, Abru, Sprys, Truscotts and Motor Parts Direct. He loved to socialise and many will remember him fondly from their times sharing a pint or two in Launceston’s pubs and especially the White Horse which was his local for many years, and the go to location for a post match pint!
He loved his music and was often seen at gigs supporting local artists.
Funeral service at St. Mary Magdalene’s Church, Launceston, on Saturday 3rd August 2024 KO 3:00pm.
Family flowers only, donations may be given in memory of John to ‘Southgate Colts Football Club’, by retiring collection, c/o G F Gubbin Funeral Directors, Penlaurel, Langdon, Launceston, PL15 8NL, 01566 785340.
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