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Bicester man recalls befriending young Bee Gees on voyage

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 21:19 · Archive

John Evans, a Bicester resident, befriended the young and unknown Bee Gees during a voyage from Australia.

John Evans, who lives at Saxon Court in Bicester, will reach his 100th birthday at the end of October, having accumulated numerous adventures throughout his century. Born in 1926 and raised in the valleys of South Wales, he grew up in a Welsh-speaking family. His father was a policeman who had previously served as a marine during the First World War, while his mother was a talented seamstress and musician. John was a gifted boy soprano whose voice won recognition at national Eisteddfods.

At the age of 16 in 1943, John left Wales to contribute to the war effort in London, working on the railways to keep steam engines running and maintain vital transport links. Four years later, his life changed when he attended a church dance in West London, where he met Mavis, the woman who would become his wife. The couple married in September 1950 and remained happily married for 66 years, having two children: Alison in 1975 and Gary in 1961.

Among his fondest memories is befriending the young and unknown Bee Gees during a voyage from Australia, a friendship he counts among his favourite experiences from his eventful life.

Bicester man recalls befriending young Bee Gees on voyage
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In this story: John Evans · Bee Gees · Bicester · South Wales · Australia · Mavis

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