Hello to John's family. I am pretty sure this is the wonderful John Enever who was a part time careers adviser (like myself) in Harlow, with whom I worked for some time. It's many years since I knew him but on seeing the photo of John in the hat at the wedding on this website I'm certain it's him! He used to hang up his long, white 'frock' as he called it for after finishing work at the Careers Centre. I've been feeling down after multiple family deaths, am not particularly religious and I was always intrigued with John who was somebody could really connect with with a wonderful sense of humour. I think I was looking him up for some inspiration. I am so very sorry that he has passed away. He was a bright spark in the careers Centre with such an infectious smile and personality. Huge condolences to his family. What a lovely man. x

Many happy times singing and worshipping with John and Rosemary in Waltham Abbey. Bless o Lord us Thy servants who minister in Thy temple. May you rest in peace and rise in glory. Jane Kelman from the Netherlands

So sad to hear that the Rev has passed away. He came regularly to the Haldon Eating Disorder Unit at Wonford House to offer support, a shoulder to cry on, advice and guidance when needed. I also used to see him supporting Exeter City football club on a Saturday afternoon, and it was always a pleasure to catch up. My thoughts go to his family and loved ones.

Thank you John for creating a situation whereby myself and patient could make audio recordings of the largest bell at Exeter Cathedral.. Your understanding and acceptance of experimental music helped spur myself and a patient to win a Platinum Koestler award..... Every time I hear those bells chime from now on, ill remember, that exceptional smile, that stage front London enunciation and ultimately the positivity you brought to us all. Matt Smith Technical Instructor of Music Langdon Hospital Dawlish

I just heard today about John by bumping into an old colleague, Gloria, from Tower Hamlets Careers Service, and very sad to hear this news. I have lovely memories of working alongside John in Tower Hamlets and he was such a warm and generous person. His lovely daughter Cheryl also worked with us for a while. My thoughts are with his family. Best wishes Janice Eglin

Had the absolute pleasure of working with John at Brays Grove School in Harlow some 17 years ago....loveliest of men you could wish to meet. He conducted the service for my grandchildrens christenings....they are 18 now !! Lovely memories of a truly lovely man....RIP John....x

Had the amazing privilege of him and your mum marrying Paul and I. Meant an awful lot to us both. Xx

I had the privilege of working with John when he was a Special Needs Careers Adviser in Tower Hamlets in the 80’s and 90’s. Always ready for a chat and a joke, his warmth and personality endeared him to both staff and clients. He was much missed by us all when he left to begin his Ministry with the church but I’d see him from time to time and he was so enjoying himself! Rest In Peace John

I too have fond memories of singing in the bass section of two choirs with John, and spending days with him watching the Essex cricket team at Valentines Park in Ilford. John was wise, generous, humorous and talented in so many ways - his friendship will always be treasured. John Buckmaster (a former member of the Meljon Singers and East London Chorus).

Dear John, how I miss him in Exeter Philharmonic Choir. He was always so positive and bright, always had a smile and made time to say hello or to chat, he was a delight to know. He was a dear, kind, thoughtful, optimistic and lovely man. I am so very sad to learn of his death, such a shock, and will miss him and think of him as I sing. He will be in my thoughts through many performances and may light perpetual shine on him. God bless him, he brightened many lives. Felicity

Hello, I was so sorry to hear about John's death. I shared an office with him in the early 1990s when I was in the careers service. He was such a lovely person. We both loved classical music and enjoyed listening to radio 3 in our lunch breaks, during which we often also both had a snooze. Brigitte

Dear John. I met him at Great Ormond Street Hospital, where I was a nurse in the heart/lung unit. He joined our team, offering all sorts of support to families. Everyone liked him and he was so good at reaching out to the worried, stressed and tired - even those resistent to help. He used football as necessary to get people onside!! On a personal level - once we both left GOSH, we met occasionally for a pizza and chatted about everything (except football), putting the world to rights. I wont forget the day he trudged along the riverbank in Greenwich on a cold, rainy day, to visit for a while when I had slipped a disc and could hardly walk. It was a privilege to be an occasional friend. I'm very sad that he is gone but his effect will last a long time. I wish Rosemary and family peace and comfort in good memories - Jane

John and Rosemary, surely a marriage made in Heaven! I first met them forty seven years ago when we were all young parents. John would sometimes be left minding all the little children while Rosemary and I were out and we would arrive back to their house to find a room full of toys, all the children playing happily and dear John, sitting with his feet up and his newspaper in his hands. He was always so kind, thoughtful and helpful and had a quick wit that would leave everyone smiling. Lastly but by no means least, his lemon meringue pies and home made bread were legendary. Thanks John, may you rest in peace and rise in glory.

John usually visited us in the schoolrooms of the Hospital School on a Tuesday although not exclusively so; regardless of the day, he had an amazing talent for timing his visits with the moment the cups were put on the tray for a tea break- we always laughed with him about that. We always looked forward to seeing him; he was such and interesting and interested man who would happily talk about everything, whether the state of the country, the cricket, health and education, travel, his family (of whom he always spoke with immense pride) and even belly dancing! As someone hailing from Cardiff, I was personally delighted- and surprised- to learn that John and I shared a Welsh connection which was s a cue to discuss the ups and downs of Welsh rugby and the surprising success of Welsh football; John humoured me on both! John was fantastic with the children in class and was always genuinely interested in what they were doing and how they were feeling; his natural ease made him a very welcome visitor. We have some wonderful photos of John joining in with our pancake making session-tossing the pancakes with a huge grin on his face much to the delight of the children in the room. Parents were always hugely appreciative of his support and kindness; John had the great gift of immediately tuning in to individual needs and could offer emotional, spiritual or just friendly support in a way that many others would have not have found the words. He was the immediate choice in delivering the service for one of our young ladies when she passed away and the family found such comfort in the care, understanding and love that John showed. We feel privileged that John continued to visit us, as staff, even when diagnosed with his illness but feel sad that we weren’t able to say goodbye. He was a dear friend to us all and a real inspiration. We shall miss him hugely. Julia Allen and the team at the Hospital School, RDE, Wonford.

In the rising of the sun and in its going down, we remember him. In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, we remember him. In the opening of buds and in the rebirth of spring, we remember him. In the blueness of the sky and in the warmth of summer, we remember him. In the rustling of leaves and in the beauty of autumn, we remember him. In the beginning of the year and when it ends, we remember him. When we are weary and in need of strength, we remember him When we are lost and sick at heart, we remember him. When we have joys we yearn to share, we remember him. So long as we live, he too shall live, for he is a part of us, as we remember him. Paraphrased from a poem by Rabbi Sylvan Kamens and Rabbi Jack Riemer We will always remember John for genuality, kind spirit, and his friendliness to all. I am certain you are looking down on all of us from the bright shores of heaven and praying for all of us. "Well done good and faithful servant" rest now in the care of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

I have wonderful and dear memories of John. The first time I met him he came into Bramble Schoolroom because he'd heard the words 'tea and biscuits' being mentioned!! Some people just leave an inprint on your heart and John will always be one of those people to me. I remember how much comfort he gave to both children and parents on Bramble Ward, always with so much unconditional kindness and dignity and his philosophy about death was always very positive; I remember him conducting a funeral for a little girl who'd passed away on Bramble ward. I sat through the funeral with awe and adoration at him because he made it so incredibly special for the family and parents, giving them comfort and peace. I asked if he would be able to do my wedding before he became ill which sadly he was unable to do. He passed away on my wedding day which makes me think that perhaps he was there in spirit looking down... I would like to think so. I feel very lucky that my path crossed with Johns and my heart felt wishes go to Rosemary and the rest of John's family and this sad time. Vanessa Fortune

John was a good friend. Always positive, but realistic about life's challenges. I can honestly say I never heard him say a bad thing about anyone behind their back. He was full of integrity. Our conversations would range widely across cricket, politics, music, literature, poetry. Invariably his gentle, dry humour would emerge. I was very respectful of the work he previously did in the children's unit at Great Ormond Street hospital and more recently at the RD&E, also at the secure unit in Dawlish - a challenging environment. If he ever spoke about these activities it was never to draw attention to himself, it was clear he was motivated by compassion for the people concerned. And I see an MBE (kept that one quiet!). Malcolm

In 1990 John founded the Meljon Singers with Melanie Spark. Many of us who are still singing with the group remember him with great affection. Music-making with Meljon has given us all such joy over the years. I remember how my eyes might meet John's over a particularly beautiful passage in the music, and what a pleasure it was to share such moments. John will of course be sadly missed but Meljon is part of his continuing legacy . Mandy Bentley (former chairman of the Meljon Singers)

I have lovely memories of a kind humorous gentle man with a love for life. John had a gift for opening conversations with strangers and making them feel important and listened too. We shared an office at Langdon hospital for a while and i remember John conducting a service for a young man that had recently died it was very moving. We use to meet up occasionally for coffee and definitely cake, with a short walk. We would talk for ages mostly politics with a sprinkling of religion. I will miss our walks and chats, I am so pleased to have met such a special man like John and i will remember him with love. David

I worked with John in Tower Hamlets Careers Service 25 odd years ago. Though I hadn't met him in all the years since, I vividly remember his warmth and his very quick and lively sense of humour. He was great fun. His photo shows him almost exactly as I remember him. Smiling. A charming and lovely person. Rest in peace John. Janet Whitney

John and I sang side by side in the bass section of Exeter Philharmonic Choir - always the right notes, not necessarily in the right order! Our harmony went further than the music and our conversations ranged over music, literature and life in general. John was always so amazingly open to new ideas and thoughts. He was a noble spirit and a truly good man. Ted

We used to go together and watch Essex play at Chelmsford. Long after he left Waltham Abbey, my grandson and I were watching a game when John suddenly appeared next to us! What a surprise! he had come to meet friends who were Somerset supporters. He spent the rest of the day with us. To the confusion of my daughter, my grandson texted her to say he had just met the man who married her! John officiated at both our son's and daughter's weddings. Our family remember John with great fondness; he will be greatly missed. Grenville Weltch.

I remember on Christmas morning when John dressed in his alb was asked by a small child if he was Jesus. “No” said John, “but I do share his birthday” John we shall miss your lovely humour.

So many thoughts, most of them come with a memory of John smiling or creating laughter....

Shoobridge Funeral Services have dedicated this eternal online memorial to John and we hope that you receive a positive experience developing the site. We would also like to think that it becomes a place of comfort and inspiration to you, your family and personal friends to visit whenever you find the need.

Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away to the next room I am I and you are you, whatever we were to each other that we still are. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? Life means all that it ever meant, it is the same as it ever was. All, is well.