Such A Wonderful Chap He Sure Was,Take Care,
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Johnny Matthews (3 Aug 1952 - 15 Jul 2024)
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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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Moved to Launceston in 1989, and my pub of choice was The White Horse. Johnny was always friendly, chatty and made me most welcome. I moved on but then returned to Bude to retire. First game of last season Plymouth Argyle v my team; Huddersfield Town. Johnny must have known I was coming with Nick Hairs. We met for a pre match pint or three and Johnny presented me with an old Argyle v Town programme from the mid 60s. I protested but he said no it's for you to keep. Class....oh and we lost 3-1. RIP Johnny. A lovely kind hearted chap. Pleasure to have met him.
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Such happy memories of all the great times we all had playing/watching Southgate United! So sad that we’ve lost you Johnny. RIP
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Johnny Ade and I will miss you very much. Our banter laughs jokes music and most of all that lovely smile of yours. We will rember you. God bless you fly high RIP. Meet you on the other side when our time comes. Xxxx 😢😇💔
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Johnny, you will be truly missed by many. What you have done for football in our community is legendary! What a legacy to leave. May you rest in peace 💙🤍⚽️
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John’s birthday in Bristol l think
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Brilliant day out. Still laugh about the comb
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1970 Bournemouth
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Such great memories of a very special week.
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More fantastic memories with dear Johnny
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Such happy memories of all the great times we all had playing/watching Southgate United! So sad that we’ve lost you Johnny. RIP
The boys together at Pete and Sue's wedding
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