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Josh Gavin (Judoka)

Josh Gavin (April 26, 1966 – February 5, 2013) was a Scottish Judo players.[1]

Josh Gavin
Personal information
Birth nameJonathan Hugh Gavin
Full nameJosh Gavin
NationalityScottish
BornApril 26, 1966
Airthrey Castle Stirling
DiedFebruary 5, 2013 (age 46)
Forth Valley Royal Hospital
Resting placeSunnyside Cemetery Alloa
OccupationJudoka
Years active1974 - 2013
Height5 ft 9 in (175.26 cm)
Weight12 st 3 lb (171 lb; 78 kg)
SpouseAnn-Marie Gavin
Sport
CountryUnited Kingdom
SportJudo
Achievements and titles
World Champ. 2001 Arizona
Commonwealth Games 2010 Mauritius

Judo competition career

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Josh Gavin 18 years old in Tullibody 1984

Josh Gavin had been involved in Martial arts since he was eight years old. He rose to the height of 6th Dan and was World Masters Champion in Judo at the age of 35.[2]

Death and aftermath

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The funeral of former British Judo international star Josh Gavin had taken place at St Mungo's Parish Church in Alloa on Friday 5th Feb 2013.[3] Mr Gavin, 46, died after a long fight with brain cancer.[4] He is survived by his wife Anne Marie and their three children Stacey, 17, Shaun, 13, and Josh, 7.[5] The council closed several roads in the surrounding area due to the large number of mourners expected. Clackmannanshire tragedy Following the service, the procession left St Mungo's Parish Church to head towards Sunnyside Cemetery, this was led by the Bowmar Pipe Band.[6]

Clackmannanshire Provost Tina Murphy said: "Josh's death is a personal tragedy, not just for his family, but a tragedy for the people of Clackmannanshire to lose such a shining star.[7] He was a tremendous ambassador for his sport and was totally committed to pass on his skills and knowledge.[8] He was a one off and completely irreplaceable.[9] He touched the hearts of many people and on behalf of the council I would like to extend my sympathy to his whole family and of course to his mother and father in Tullibody.[10]

Provost Tina Murphy lowered the flags at Alloa Town Hall on as a mark of respect.[11]

Category:Judoka

  1. ^ "Josh Gavin (1966-2013) - Find a Grave Memorial". www.findagrave.com. Retrieved 2024-09-14.
  2. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  3. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  4. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  5. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  6. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  7. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  8. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  9. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  10. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  11. ^ "Judo champion Josh Gavin's funeral to take place in Alloa". BBC News. 2013-02-11. Retrieved 2024-07-22.