The world’s oldest living man has died at the age of 112.
Liverpool-born John Alfred Tinniswood passed away on Monday at the Southport care home just seven months after being awarded the distinction.
He was officially recognised the world’s oldest man in April by the Guinness Book of Records following the death of previous holder 114-year-old Juan Vicente Perez Mora.
Mr Tinniswood’s family say his final day was spent ‘surrounded by music and love’ in their tribute to the husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
“John had many fine qualities. He was intelligent, decisive, brave, calm in any crisis, talented at maths and a great conversationalist,” read a family statement.
“These served him well during his military service in the Royal Army Pays Corps during the second world we and also in the UK energy sector, where he served for 43 years first as an accounts clerk, then as a manager and accountant.
“John had an active retirement volunteering as a church elder in Blundellsands United Reform Church where he used to enjoy giving sermons. He also enjoyed walking in Merseyside well in his late nineties.
“John moved to the Hollies Rest home just before his 100th birthday and his kindness and enthusiasm for life were an inspiration to the care home staff and his fellow residents.
“His many interests included current affairs and sport including football and racing. He was so happy to learn how well Liverpool Football Club were doing.
“In recent years John became famous for his longevity after becoming first the UK’s oldest man in 2020 and later recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s oldest man in April 2024.
“We would like to thank the many people in the UK and across the world who sent well wishes to John on his recent birthdays. He really appreciated these birthday greetings and other messages of support.
“John was a much loved member of the Liverpool, Southport and Sefton communities who we thank for their support to him over the years.
“We would like to request that people rather than sending flowers consider making a donation to Age UK or their chosen charity in his memory.
“We would also like to ask that his family and care home’s privacy are respected at this difficult time. Thank you for your understanding.”