John Stevenson

Not having visited this forum for some weeks I was very saddened to come across this thread.
There is not much that I can add to what has already been said, other than reiterating that John Stevenson was a truly generous human being. I am sure that I am not the only one to have more than once unexpectedly received welcome advise via private message.

He is sure to be missed in many online forums, not only for his vast store of engineering know how, but also for the sheer entertainment value that he added to any thread he participated in.
Clive

Well, this is bad news.

I met him after he bought some software from me, some 14 years ago.

A very generous man with vast expertise and experience.

Another sad loss to the community.

My condolences to his relatives.

It's not often I reply to thread like this but in this case I genuinely feel a loss.

I met John a couple of times, the last time he called round he was with Debs and some good stories were exchanged.

During one such story the cat came into the kitchen, looked around, jumped up onto the sink and took a piss in it (the one and only time he's ever done that - that I'm aware of).

Immediately John moved onto the subject of workshop toiletry facilities...

He promised me a return visit sadly now not to be.

I have read the foregoing posts within this thread with considerable pleasure.

It`s been very comforting in the weeks since John`s passing away, to read of how many people have enjoyed and benefited from his contributions, both here and elsewhere in the engineering-oriented internet.

John spent many hours, often {far too} late into the night, making and reading contributions on various 'fora', and when challenged as to why he`d come to bed so late, would simply reply: "Somebody was wrong on the internet!".......it summed up his wry humour, commitment and wish to help, perfectly.

His 'no-nonsense' outlook and genuine wish to share his experience, skills and knowledge, was occasionally lost in translation between his heart and the keyboard, it might seem; but anyone who knew the 'flesh and blood' John, or had benefited from his advice in the open forum, or via private message, would surely understand where his motivations lay.

He was a practical innovative engineer, an altruistic and generous teacher, a good friend, and a darling husband; I miss him terribly.

The Delectable Debs

(John`s very own "Rocket Scientist"

A social gathering for John`s many friends and acquaintances has been arranged.

It`s to be held in Long Eaton, Nottingham, on Thursday the 30th. of November 2017 from 4 p.m; in the function room of: "The Sportsman" 1, Granville Ave., Long Eaton, NG10 4HA.

John`s friends and contacts here on the MEW forum, that wish to, are cordially invited to come and enjoy a nice 'chin-wag' and a drink with us in John`s memory.

John`s family and I, will be looking forward to seeing you there.

The Delectable Debs

Bumping this up.

Might be possible for a mod to pin it to the top of the forum?

Sorry I can't be there. I live over 1500 km away but hope it goes well.

Russell

Jason and I will keep an eye on it and bump if necessary.

I will be coming along, so if any forum member is worried about not knowing anyone do come over and say hello.

Neil

Please accept my apology for not coming, I would if it was at all possible, best wishes to those who make it there.

Ian S C

Sorry cannot make it previous engagement unfortunately

H

And I live 130 miles away with damaged vision that I choose not to inflict on other road users in darkness so please also accept my apologies for not attending. I had great admiration for John and would have attended in more favourable circumstances

My best wishes and I hope it goes well

Brian

Can't make it but someone who is, would they please pass on my sincere condolences to his family.

A better guy you would have great difficulty finding, let alone meeting!

I have Phase 1 appointment at my dentist for work to commence on Crown work.

Phase 2 three weeks later.

Geoff - Somewhat nippy in Carport so Austin block slicing postponed.

>BUMP<

+1.

I live over 5000 kms away (or is it 5000 miles?), hope it's a grand day out for all.

Regards,

Mike.

Edited By thaiguzzi on 29/11/2017 04:10:29

Thank you DD for the kind invitation, I will be there in spirit and will raise a glass to John's memory at the appointed hour!

K

I never met John but his stories on how to repair things were quite inspirational **LINK**

Thank you John Stevenson and condolences to your family and friends.

* Danny M *

Thanks for the reminder Danny - there's some classic stuff in that thread.

Regards,

Tony

How did the wake go? Rather too far for me to be there given other commitments...