Born Edward John Baddeley but known to all as John - actor, voiceover artist, master of accents, king of gags, singer and all-round extraordinary man. 

Much loved husband of Penny, father of Mark, Tessa and Louise, grandpa of Brontë, Toby, Cory and Sophia... and servant of Buddy. 

He will always be remembered.

In his memory, donations to the British Heart Foundation or the Actors' Benevolent Fund (now the Actors' Trust) can be made via the links below, should you wish to. 

Service of Remembrance

Following a private family service at Kingston Crematorium, friends are invited to John's service of remembrance on Tuesday 14th October 2025 at 2:45pm at St Andrew's Church, Ham. 

There is limited parking at the church but plenty of available parking around Ham Common Green and residential roads.

This will be followed by a celebration of his life at Richmond Golf Club.

Please wear smart clothes, dark colours.

Family flowers only.

Please email Tessa at Tessa66@btinternet.com if you plan to attend.

Donations are welcomed to the Actors' Benevolent Fund (now the Actors' Trust) or the British Heart Foundation and can be made through the links on this site. Further details on ways of making donations will be provided at the service.