John Bryan Stainthorpe (26 Jan 1937 - 2 Nov 2024)

A gentle man with a big heart who always had a story to tell and jokes to make us laugh. RIP John. Much love Ness, Mike, Ben and Anna xxx

Many happy memories over countless years

With fond memories of a good friend from the Plevey family

With sadness at the loss of such a lovely man. An affable character who’s kind hearted sympathetic nature, together with his interest in people and sense of fun, won him many friends. We count ourselves lucky to have shared, so many milestones together, along with Barbara and your wonderful family. Rest in heaven now John, where ‘The Angels Share’ is yours for eternity…. and Sunderland never lose a game! With much love. Yvonne, Stewart, H & 🐕‍🦺

Mourning the loss of a great character and a lifelong friend of our family and celebrating a life truly well-lived. With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences. Much love, James x

Treasured memories of a lifetime of fun and friendship; John will truly never be forgotten. With heartfelt condolences and very happy memories. Love Mary xx

Sometimes some one passes and they barely create a ripple . Fair to say John left a tidal wave. A character so big and warm he made an impression from the off. I had the pleasure of meeting him and Barbara when our (Sarah’s & mine) children were just babies and toddlers. We continued to cross paths as our babies became all grown up , always picking up conversations as if no time had passed between meetings .With his brilliant comic timing and wit he filled the room with laughter. He was one of those characters you meet on life’s journey who immediately creates a space for themselves in your memory . Sleep well John , sending all my love to all the family xxxx from Helen (aka the pocket rocket) and Garry .

A wonderful man that will be greatly missed.
Love and hugs to you all

ohhh my dearest Uncle John like our Susan said you were like the biggest ball of fun and enjoyment and craziness who loved a party ..even when we were little....only had to mention a party and we were off kicking our heels ..many many times..total superstar and we all had the same sense of humor which always made it more funny too..sending lots of big hugs to aunty Barbara .our Sarah,Paul and the kids ,our martin ,Karen and the kids xxxc

A lovely gentle man with a truly wonderful smile. Thanks John for all the great tales and jokes and always making us smile! I may have heard some of them a few times but you told them bloody well! Oh and a blooming good dart player too!
All our love from Helen,Bill,Cam and Ewan

Dear uncle John you were the best hilarious uncle anyone one could wish to have the heart and soul of a party (and we had many ) you will be a great miss but you and dad can have some good banter love from us all to auntie Barbara and sarah Martin and families xx❤️