Peacefully passed away after a short illness on 16th March at the Grange Hospital, aged 80 years, with his wife Fran by his side, father of Matthew, Jonathan and Alex and grandfather of George, Ollie, Emmylou, Piper, Mason, Teddy and Hugo. Solicitor of Roger James Clements and Partners, lead singer of The James Boys and a keen sportsman. He will be greatly missed. Private cremation. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at St Cadoc’s Church, Caerleon on Friday 17th April at 12noon, to which all are welcome. Donations in lieu of flowers, for Velindre Cancer Centre may be given at the service, donated online at using the link below or sent c/o Tovey Bros, 9/11 Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EH.