R.I.P. Jonzy54

[Shergar]

This is how I always imagined him because it was his avatar for years. RIP

 

[HICKO]

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This is how I always imagined him because it was his avatar for years. RIP

Do you know @Shergar thats exactly how I’ve always thought of him I almost posted this this morning but I’d forgotten that refs name. Only one Jonzy

 

[Big Mack]

Very sad to hear this.

I didn't know him personally but he was one of the pillars of this community.

Condolences to his family and friends.

x

 

[Frank Lincoln]

Do you know @Shergar thats exactly how I’ve always thought of him I almost posted this this morning but I’d forgotten that refs name. Only one Jonzy

As a referee myself for many years, I exchanged a few messages with Jonzy regarding refereeing matters, and found them very insightful.

 

[Summer_Wolf]

RIP Jonzy

 

[Stourport wolf]

Do you know @Shergar thats exactly how I’ve always thought of him I almost posted this this morning but I’d forgotten that refs name. Only one Jonzy

(Pierluigi Collina) Only one Jonzy.

 

[bully9]

R-I-P fellow Wolf you will be sadly missed UTW

 

[Surrey Wolf]

Sad news RIP & condolences to his family

 

[Watfordfc]

Sorry to see this and condolences to his family and friends.

 

[Zico]

It says a lot about him that I, like many others, feel shocked at this despite not knowing him on person. RIP Jonzy and all thoughts with his family and friends.

 

[HICKO]

Jim Fisher aka Dewsbury Wolf would like to pass on his condolences and sadness on the news of Jonzy’s passing.

 

[Nige100]

Oh wow what a shocker this is. RIP Jonzy. Deepest Condolences to your family and friends. X

 

[OLDGOLD]

In an uncertain world it is, on such a sad thread 'nice' to see the memories and thoughts about one of our own. It's funny, but as the years go by I find myself getting more emotional about such things. Bless you all.

 

[Seasider]

Sad news. RIP John.

 

[Bill McCai]

A Molineux Mix stalwart. RIP

 

[Andywolf74]

Seen his posts on here a number of times.
Very sad news and sincere condolences to all who knew him personally.
A sad loss from the big Wolves family that we all belong to.

 

[jackdusty]

R.I.P Jonzy.

 

[shaygriff]

Such sad news. R.I.P. Jonzy. I really enjoyed his posts on here.

 

[The_Blade]

Hi all,

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to you all for the kind messages. The family have read all of them and are deeply humbled. John loved this forum and without him probably knowing it, over time, he'd built up his own community since retirement.

I'm the guilty party for introducing him to Molineux Mix. I remember setting up his account and choosing his Avi. He wasn't really that interested in technology to begin with and raised an eyebrow that wolves fans would talk to each other on a forum rather than picking up the phone or meeting in person... it wasn't long before he got addicted and like most of us on on here, the 1st thing he'd do in the morning was reach for his phone, read his replies before saying good morning to the wife.

One thing John always kept close to his chest, were his contacts for all the juicy transfer gossip that he'd built up over so many years. He rarely told me where some of his sources came from but he did enjoy throwing a few grenades into the mix. Some came off and some didn't which always made him smile.

Thank you all again and thanks to @arctic rime for the chat earlier and his friend Daz Hale who said some kind words on his show today.

 

[JTWolf]

Condolences to family and friends
RIP Jonzy

 

[LetTheBullLoose]

I’m speechless. Total thoughts with family at this very sad time. RIP

 

[Sir Ron]

Bloody hell only just see this, a major contributor on here, very sad news, condolences to his family and friends.

 

[Burford T Justice]

My thoughts and condolences are with his friends and family. Shocking news.
RIP Jonzy

 

[Queensland Wolf]

Sad news with the passing of respected Mix poster and my brother Jonzy. His insights were shared many times on here and as well as being a lifelong Wolves fan he was also an accomplished referee. He’ll be missed by all his loving family both in Wolverhampton and here in Queensland and the world is a poorer place today. I last saw him when I travelled back at the end of last year and we spoke of playing till it was dark on Bantock park in the many 30 a side games on that well known piece of grass. You could hear the Molineux roar for night games and see the orange glow of the lights. So evocative and such a lovely memory. God speed brother and hopefully there’s the odd game up there you can ref!!!!

RIP
Xxxx

 

[crocos]

Nice to read this, and I'm sorry for your loss.

I never knew him except for thru reading his stuff on this place, but it gave me a real shock and a pang when I saw the news yesterday. I was surprised at that, and will remember Jonzy.

Greetings and thoughts to your family in Wolvo and in Oz.

 

[Wolvesfcneil]

Deepest sympathies to you and your family.

 

[SingYourHeartsOut]

Just to say in case you've missed it @Queensland Wolf , there is already a long thread full of condolences and kind messages about your brother. Best wishes to all the family.

 

[Queensland Wolf]

Thank you to everybody for your kind words about my brother Jonzy54. He would have been smiling at your words. He was thoughtful and kind and was a great Wolves fan. I’d love to see a clap for him on 54 mins against Chelsea and renaming the thread to “Jonzy 54 ref watch “ would also be lovely.

Let’s get a win against Chelsea and send him off in style

 

[Mugwump]

This news has genuinely rocked me. Havent been able to get on here much lately but always liked his posts even if i didnt agree with him. Always conducted himself with class and dignity. RIP mate, true gent who will be sorely missed.

 

[WolfInSheep'sClothing]

RIP.
A top contributor on here, and a valued expert on all things reffing.

 

[Bossworld]

Sorry to read this, years ago before VAR and everything else he gave me a detailed explanation of a refereeing situation, clearly knew his stuff. RIP

 

[Vietnam Wolf]

RIP Jonzy .... horrible news. Will really miss your expert advice.

 

[goldeneyed]

Sincere condolences to all loved ones affected.

 

[mace1967]

That's awful news.
RIP Jonzy and condolences to your family.

 

[DavidWebb]

I have reregistered just to say

Jonzy was one of the best posters this site has seen imo. Genuinely gutted to read this

RIP mate...

 

[DC sits in the NORTHSTAND]

RIP

 

[JR’s Boots]

Terrible news. Always an informative and fair-minded poster.

He will be missed. RIP

 

[MIKE SLATER]

Does anyone know if Jonzy used to work at Wolverhampton council?

Yes he did

 

[Arky_R]

clearly a very nice chap and certainly missed
RIP

 

[berwickwolf]

Really, really sad news. I enjoyed reading his contributions over the years, he was one of the foundations of this forum that make it a Wolves family, a positive and very knowledgeable poster who came across as a top man. My condolences to his family and friends. Very sad.