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Portrait of John Smith, 1940–2025

A Timeline of John’s Life

Born 12 March 1945
A Life Begins in York
John William Smith was born on a crisp spring morning in York, England, to loving parents Margaret and Henry Smith.
15 September 1965
A Musical Calling and a New Chapter
After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music in London, John began his career as a piano teacher.
22 June 1970
Marriage, Family, and Fatherhood
John and Eleanor were married in a small chapel in the Lake District, surrounded by close friends and family.
5 August 1983
The Outdoors Becomes His Sanctuary
On a summer holiday in the Scottish Highlands, John fell in love with hiking and nature photography.
8 December 1999
A Grandfather’s Melody
John’s first grandchild, Sophie, was born this winter, and from the moment he held her, his heart swelled with a new kind of joy.

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Kate from Edinburgh wrote on 29/07/2025 at 8:45 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.... Collapse

Thank you.