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John Alfred Tinniswood, a Liverpool football fan and the world’s oldest living man, passed away peacefully at 112 in Southport. Born on August 26, 1912, the year the Titanic sank, he became the UK’s oldest man in 2020 and, in April 2024, the world’s oldest man after Juan Vicente Pérez Mora passed away. Tinniswood’s final day was filled with music and love at the Hollies Rest care home, where he lived since his 100th birthday.
During World War II, Tinniswood served in the Royal Army Pay Corps, performing logistical tasks such as organizing supplies and locating stranded soldiers. After the war, he worked as an accountant for Shell and BP, retiring in 1972. Known for his intelligence and calm demeanor, he led an active retirement, volunteering as a church elder and delivering sermons at Blundellsands United Reform Church.
He met his wife, Blodwen, at a Liverpool dance, marrying in 1942. Together, they had a daughter, Susan, and spent 44 years together before Blodwen’s passing in 1986. Tinniswood is survived by his daughter, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who remember him as a man of great character and kindness.
Tinniswood celebrated his long life humbly, attributing his longevity to chance and living a simple life. He received annual birthday cards from the monarch since turning 100 and cherished the well-wishes sent from around the world. His family expressed gratitude to the care staff, NHS workers, and everyone who supported him over the years.
Donations in his memory have been requested for Age UK or a charity of choice. While Tinniswood leaves behind an inspiring legacy, the record for the oldest living man remains with Jiroemon Kimura of Japan, who lived to 116, and Tomiko Itooka, also of Japan, holds the title as the oldest living person today at 116.
