Working in the Corporate Communications Department, John was responsible for the development of this website. He was also studying at the University and after graduating in 1998 with a degree in computer science, was working towards his masters.
But John wasn鈥檛 just a talented and creative colleague; he was a friend, someone who was easy to talk to, fun to be with and a caring person.
Professor Graham Henderson, Vice-Chancellor, said: "The University community was shocked to hear such sad news. John was an outstanding colleague and a much-liked and valued member of staff. Our deepest sympathies are with John鈥檚 family."
Siobhan Jones, Director of the Corporate Communications Unit, said: 鈥淛ohn was a popular and very talented member of our team. His enthusiasm and creativity helped us to transform this website. He always had time to help his colleagues and had a warm sense of humour. Our thoughts are with his family and all his friends.鈥�