London:  The father of Formula One driver Jenson Button, who helped launch his son on the path to becoming a world champion, has died aged 70, it was announced on Tuesday.John Button, who oversaw his son's rise from kart drive to 2009 Formula One world champion, was found dead at his home in the south of France last day following a suspected heart attack.A statement released by Jenson Button's agent said: "It is with great sadness and regret that I can confirm John Button passed away at his home in the South of France last day. Whilst we await confirmation, initial signs would indicate a suspected heart attack.""John's children Jenson, Natasha, Samantha and Tanya and...
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