“Neil was an important member of the Beatles’ family. John loved him. I continued to treasure his wisdom and support in the years after John’s passing. My love and deepest sympathy go to Neil’s wife Suzy, and to his children. With love, Yoko Ono Lennon”

…because we just thought you should know.

A longtime friend, business partner, driver, road manager and collaborator with The Beatles, Neil Aspinall died at the age of 66 in hospital in New York at the weekend. He was reportedly suffering from lung cancer.