Tribute to the world’s oldest man and ‘absolute gentleman’ who died aged 112

“Don’t look at it as sadness. Look at it as celebration.”

Tributes have poured in for the world’s oldest man, who died peacefully at his care home in Southport aged 112. John Tinniswood was born in Liverpool on 26 August 1912.

John, a lifelong Liverpool supporter, became the world’s oldest living man after the death of Juan Vicente Pérez Mora at the age of 114. In April, he was officially recognized as the world’s oldest man by the Guinness Book of World Records.

One Statement released on Tuesday morningJohn’s family said: “We are sorry to inform you. John Alfred Tinniswood He died peacefully in his nursing home on Monday, November 25, at the age of 112. South Port. His last day was surrounded by music and love.

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“John always loved to say thank you. So on his behalf I would like to thank everyone who cared for him over the years, including his carers at Hollies Care Home, his GPs, district nurses, occupational therapists and other NHS staff. John’s life is loved with love He was a surrounded person.

Born on 26 August 1912 to Ada and John Bernard Tinniswood, he later married his late wife, Blodwen Tinniswood, and they had a daughter, Susan. He leaves behind his daughter, grandchildren Annouchka, Marisa, Toby and Rupert, and great-grandchildren Tabitha, Callum and Nieve.

His family’s tribute continued: “John had so many good qualities. He was intelligent, determined, courageous, calm in any crisis, talented at mathematics and a great conversationalist.”

“These served him well during his military service in the Royal Army Corps of Pays in the Second World War, and also in the UK energy sector, where he served for 43 years, first as an accounts clerk, then as a manager and accountant.

“John had an active retirement volunteering as a church elder at Blundellsands United Reformed Church, where he enjoyed preaching. He also loved walking around Merseyside in his late nineties.

“John moved into Hollies Rest just before his 100th birthday and his kindness and enthusiasm for life was an inspiration to care home staff and residents. His interests included current affairs and sport, including football and racing. was happy to find out how well Liverpool Football Club was doing.

“John has become famous for his longevity in recent years, after becoming the UK’s first oldest man in 2020 and later being recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s oldest man in April 2024. Many in the UK and around the world We want to thank the people around the world who sent good wishes to John on his recent birthdays. He truly appreciated these birthday greetings and other messages of support.

“John Liverpool was a much-loved member of Southport and Sefton Communities we thank for their support over the years. Instead of sending flowers, we ask that people consider making a donation in his memory to Age UK or the charity of their choice. We also ask that the privacy of his family and his care home be respected at this difficult time. Thank you for your understanding.”

Tributes have been pouring in since news of John’s death broke. Open FacebookIan Webster wrote: “The change this man has seen in his life.” Edith Evans said: “LFC’s oldest fan. Rest in peace John. YNWA. Our condolences to the family.”

Another commented: “What an amazing age to live in. Don’t look at it as sadness, it’s a celebration.” A fourth added: “Wow this is amazing for a 112 year old he must have had a healthy and happy life. RIP sir our condolences to his family and friends.”

Valerie Waring said: “So sad but such a wonderful age to be, God bless x.” Skinny Evans added: “An absolute gentleman, he was in the same care home as my mum in Southport last year great man RIP Sir John.”