John, Pat, their wonderful family and Tumut were such a big, happy part of my, Mary, Patrick and Kate's childhood and teenage years. I feel really fortunate to have so many treasured memories from that time. It is so sad that John has gone. He is being sorely missed by Dad (Max). What a fantastic example of loyalty, not to mention longevity, that group of men displayed with their great friendship. Thinking of all the Scroopes at this time and always. Love, Brigid Wright (Bridie McGuigan) x

My memories of Scroopie, aside from being one of dad's best mates, was that he could swear like a trooper and cook a pretty good snag on the bbq! The glass of beer in one hand the tongs in the other and THAT apron! blue skiesa lways, Angie Isaac xx

I'll miss Johnnie who taught me a lot and was a great stalwart in many aspects of my life. Hugo.

Dad taught me many things. Many things. One of them was how to play golf. He was no good at fishing and neither am I . Some of the family are. Thanks dad. You will be sadly missed by all those how love you. Yet I know in my heart you are not far away. Love Whiz.