Wales rugby great Barry John has died aged 79. The former Wales and British and Irish Lions five-eighth died peacefully in hospital. Today we will discuss about Barry John Rugby union player: Cause of death| Wife.
Barry John Rugby union player: Cause of death| Wife
Barry John (6 January 1945 – 4 February 2024) was a Welsh rugby union fly-half who played during the amateur era of the game in the 1960s and early 1970s. John began his rugby career as a schoolboy playing for his local team Cefnithin RFC, after which he joined first division West Wales team Llanelli RFC in 1964. While at Llanelli, John was selected for the Wales national team – as a replacement for David Watkins. To face the touring Australian team.
| Date of birth | 6 January 1945 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Cefneithin, Carmarthenshire, Wales | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of death | 4 February 2024 (aged 79) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of death | Cardiff, Wales | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 11 st 11 lb (165 lb; 75 kg) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| University | Trinity College, Carmarthen | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Janet Talfan Davies
(m. 1969, separated) |
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| Children | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Cause of death
Famous Wales rugby player Barry John has died aged 79, his family has confirmed. The exact cause of Barry John’s death has not been revealed.
The former Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half passed away peacefully in a hospital in the presence of his devoted wife and four children. Barry John’s significant contributions to Welsh rugby, particularly as a skilled fly-half, have left an indelible mark on the game.
Barry John, affectionately known as “The King”, passed away at the University Hospital of Wales. His family said in a heartfelt statement that he was not only a loving father but also a cherished “dadku” to his 11 grandchildren, epitomizing a rich legacy.
Wife
John’s wife Janet and children Kathryn, Lucy, Anna, and David spent thir most time together as a family living in Cardiff. Janet’s full name is Janet Talfan Davies. The couple tied the knot on 28 September 1969.
