16/12/2025
With great sadness I have to announce that GM John Riordan passed away today following a short illness.
GM John played an instrumental role in the development of Taekwon-do in the South West of Ireland over many decades.
His hard work and dedication helped to make Taekwon-do a household name.
Indeed, he was a well respected practitioner in both domestic and international ITF Taekwon-do circles.
He was a close friend of mine who shared our mutual love of scuba diving.
He was also fond of my deceased brother Tom.
Words can never explain the loss felt I guess.
I pray for his immediate family that they may find strength during this difficult time.
The London Panthers Taekwon-do Association wish to extend their deepest condolences to his wife Claire sons Jack, Charlie and Sonny.
To parents John and Mary and brothers Pat, Tim and Paul.
GM John was a truly inspirational person who changed the lives of many in a positive way.
I will miss him as I'm sure many others will as well.
Thank you John for everything you gave us. Rest well Sir.
GM Patrick McCarthy
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