illwall owner John Berylson has died aged 70, the club have confirmed.
The Championship club posted a message on their Twitter account on Tuesday evening.
“It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson.
“John, who turnned 70 last month, lost his life in a tragic accident on Tuesday morning and the thoughts of everyone at the club are with his wife Amy and three children – Jennifer, James and Elizabeth – and the rest of the Berylson family.
“John’s sudden and tragic passing will unquestionably impact all those who were fortunate to have know him. He was truly a great man, incredibly devoted to his family and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth and kindness.
“He lived a storied life, one full of colour and joy, and was infinitely thoughtful of others with an endless desire to share his immense knowledge and experience to help people.”
