I haven't seen John in a while, but am absolutely shocked and devastated to hear of his untimely death. He was a real gentleman with a wonderful dry sense of humour.
Gary - my best wishes and condolences to John's family
I too have not seen John for sometime, but am shellshocked by this news.
Spent many an hour talking about all sorts of motor vehicles in his upstairs office, he had some fabulous tales about his motoring exploits over the years. A proper genuine enthusiastic bloke and petrolhead, and always had time for a chat or to give some advice.
Posted on the Witmun Engineering Facebook page earlier today:
Following the tragic death of company founder John Witty on Sunday 27th February, we wish to inform you his funeral will take place at 11am on Monday 14th March at Woking Crematorium Chapel, Hermitage Road, St John's, Woking, GU21 8TJ and is open to anyone who wishes to come along and pay their respects. We have been o...verwhelmed with the amount of sympathy received, John was dearly loved and hugely respected.