John Jeffs

It is with great sadness that we learn of the sudden death, at the age of 59, of John Jeffs, who helped to set up one of the largest independent coach firms in the country. John joined his father, Jack, in his coach business in 1960 and in 1992 was made national president of the Coach Operations Council. He was a founder member of Brackley Rotary Club and a Trustee of Brackley Cottage Hospital.

John was born in Bugbrooke, brought up in Helmdon and educated at Magdalen College School. He was a keen golfer and a member of Buckingham Golf Club, while he also enjoyed watching rugby, supporting Northampton Rugby Club and being vice-chairman of Towcester RC.

John sang in the church choir as a boy and also played football for Helmdon. He was very generous in support of a variety of village events and organisations and was immensely respected in his business and social life. He will be greatly missed, and our deepest sympathies go to his family.

A.D.B

From Talkabout Spring 1995.