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Obituaries – Remembering UK Swim Sport Alumni

When you think of Obituaries, formal notices that announce a death and celebrate a person's life. Also known as memorial notices, they provide key details like dates, families, and service information. In the world of swimming, these notices do more than list facts; they connect the Alumni, former swimmers, coaches and supporters who have shaped UK Swim Sport with the broader community that remembers them.

Obituaries serve as a bridge between personal loss and collective memory. A typical entry includes a brief biography, achievements in the pool, and any honors earned. The Memorial service, the gathering where friends and family pay their respects often follows, providing a space for stories, tears and laughter. This combination of written tribute and live ceremony creates a lasting legacy that inspires current swimmers to aim higher.

How tributes shape the swimming community

Tributes in the Obituaries section highlight not just athletic success but also mentorship, charity work and personal character. When a former champion is remembered for coaching youth teams, readers see a direct link between past excellence and today’s training programs. The Tribute, a personal or public acknowledgment of someone’s impact influences how the swimming community values service over medals. It also encourages clubs to preserve records, photograph archives and oral histories, ensuring that each story remains accessible for future generations.

By documenting these lives, the Obituaries archive becomes a research tool for historians, a source of inspiration for young swimmers, and a comfort for families who see their loved one's achievements celebrated. Each notice reinforces the idea that a swimmer’s legacy lives on in the lanes they once swam, the swimmers they coached, and the fans who still cheer their name.

Below you’ll find a curated list of recent obituaries, each offering a snapshot of a life dedicated to the sport. Whether you’re looking for details about a specific alumni, the date of a memorial service, or a heartfelt tribute, the collection below provides the information you need while honoring the spirit of our swimming family.

Obituary: John Howard Woodvine (74) Passes Away in Tennessee
7.10.2025

Obituary: John Howard Woodvine (74) Passes Away in Tennessee

John Howard Woodvine, 74, of Mt Juliet, Tennessee, died on Sep 16, 2024. Survived by sisters in Iowa, his graveside service is set for Sep 28 at West Linn Cemetery.
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