The world’s oldest man, who was born the same year that the Titanic sank, has died at the age of 112.

Guinness World Records said John Tinniswood, who was born in Liverpool, died on Monday at a care home in Southport.


A spokesman said: “His last day was surrounded by music and love.”

John was born on August 26, 1912 in Liverpool, the city where he grew up and eventually met his wife, Blodwen.

John Tinniswood

Guinness World Record

John lived to be the fourth-oldest British man in recorded history.

He is survived by his daughter, four grandchildren Annouchka, Marisa, Toby and Rupert and three great-grandchildren Tabitha, Callum and Nieve.

A statement from his family said: “John had many fine qualities. He was intelligent, decisive, brave, calm in any crisis, talented at maths and a great conversationalist.”

They added: “John moved to the Hollies Rest Home just before his 100th birthday and his kindness and enthusiasm for life were an inspiration to the care home staff and his fellow residents.”