John's son, Hamish, has stated:
"Due to the geographical spread and advancing years of many of Dad's, friends we have received requests for his service to be available online. Anyone who is unable to attend but would like to take part can use this link: https://www.williampurves.co.uk/webcast/PEB55586 password: yellow730 . The funeral takes place on Thursday 3rd August at 1:30pm. The webcast will be available for a week or two following the service.
Once again the family would like to thank everyone for the lovely messages, letters and flowers that just keep coming. They really are very much appreciated."