Millwall owner John Berylson has died in a 'tragic accident', the Championsship club have confirmed in a statement
Millwall owner John Berylson has died aged 70, the club have confirmed.
“It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson," the club said in a statement on Tuesday.
“John, who turned 70 last month, lost his life in a tragic accident on Tuesday morning and the thoughts of everyone at the club are with his wife Amy and three children – Jennifer, James and Elizabeth – and the rest of the Berylson family.
“John’s sudden and tragic passing will unquestionably impact all those who were fortunate to have know him. He was truly a great man, incredibly devoted to his family and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth and kindness.
“He lived a storied life, one full of colour and joy, and was infinitely thoughtful of others with an endless desire to share his immense knowledge and experience to help people.”
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