In Memory of
Michael Darling
In Memory of our dear colleague, Michael
Michael joined the Policy team in Pinnacle Partnerships as an Administrator in July 1997 and went on to join the Policy Services team within Pinnacle when the two companies merged.
With a keen eye for detail, a gift for retaining knowledge and his approachable and supportive nature, Michael was the person you would go to if you needed to know something.
Reliable, methodical and thorough, Michael went about his work with a smile on his face and soon found himself picking up technical queries, leading to his most recent role as a Tester for the Policy team.
Michael worked across many key projects during the 24 years he was with Pinnacle and met so many people across the business, many of whom he became good friends with.
Michael was extremely well known, especially for his singing and happy nature, and was respected by his friends and colleagues. He will be hugely missed by us all.
Please leave a message in memory of Michael. These will be passed on to his family.
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Vivienne Odunowo
My heart sank when I heard the news. Michael was a joy to be around always a willing hand, anxious to please, cheerful and a man of faith. I honestly cannot remember a time he ever appeared unhappy. You’re sudden death Michael has touched us all. We all feel your absence and will miss you dearly. I do not have the right words to say. You will always be in our hearts. My heart goes out to your family. I pray that you are granted eternal peace and may your soul rest in perfect peace in the bossom of our Lord. Fare well my dear friend and colleague. …
Angela Northam
Michael was a kind and gentle person. He always walked in to work smiling and greeting everyone as he walked through the office. I was very sorry to hear of the sad news and i will always remember his kind nature. My thoughts are your whole family at this difficult time. x …
Emma (Em's) & Kevin
Michael was truly one of a kind. A man who always had a smile on his face and brightened any day through his words, actions or singing. Nothing was ever too much for Michael, and he was always available for any help or advice. As a person he would find so much joy in any work or personal achievement I’ve had through the years and would always make a point of sending a special message, which I appreciate even more now. Pinnacle, Policy and Office Life will never be the same again. Michael, you will be well and truly missed. Anyone who met you can count themselves as lucky, so I don’t have the words for how lucky your family have been to have you in their lives. Gone too soon, but heaven has gained an angel. Sleep tight, Rest in peace. Lots of Love, Emma (Em’s) & Kevin…
Amy Remnant
I am still in shock to find out this sad sad news. Michael you really were the friendliest, happiest and most helpful person. You lit up the room as soon as you walked through the door. I remember when I first joined Pinnacle as a temp and your kind words and support led me to take on a full time role in customer services with you. If you hadn’t of done that I wouldn’t be in the career I am in now. You will be sorely missed and I’m sending all my love to your family. Rest in peace. XxxxxX…
Kevin Rowan
Michael was the loveliest man. He was always happy, smiling and singing. An encounter with Michael would immediately lift your spirits and he would always offer to help in anyway that he could. His passing is so sad and he will be greatly missed by all his colleagues. He brought joy into the workplace and generously shared it with us all. May you rest in peace and rise in glory Michael. …
Vanessa Knoetze
Michael, you were the most loving, happy, kind, funny person. Always there with a smile (and with a song). It was a joy to work with you.You were always there chomping away at your snacks while we worked. The office won’t be the same without you and will be missed! Condolences to your family at this very sad time….
Steve Beggs
Such sad news about Michael. I had the pleasure of knowing Michael for a number of years. He always had a smile on his face and could regularly be heard singing – he was one of the most genuine people I have ever met. I send on my thoughts to Michael’s family at this sad time. He will be missed by everyone…
John Williams
So, so sad. I joined Pinnacle in the same year as Michael and was immediately struck by how nice and gentle a man he was. Always smiling, always gracious, always helpful. A truly great individual who will be sadly missed. I’ll always remember that smile and what a great man he was. A true gentleman. You’ll never be forgotten my friend. RIP Michael. God Bless You mate….
Anthony Champou
I was lucky enough to be sat next to Michael for many months while I worked in the call centre and I don’t remember a single day he came into work without a smile on his face. A colleague of ours got me a birthday present which was a mug with Mr Happy on it, as I was known to always be super cheery and smiley, but I can only thank Michael for that as his infectious energy rubbed off on me. We would joke around throughout the days about anything and everything, he would call me Elvis as I took special care of my hair, but I would always appreciate his words of wisdom on how to be kind to all people which would lead to happiness in life, as I could tell how happy a man he was. I’ve never met a person like Michael before and the phrase one in a million could not be more relevant for a special man like him. I only wish I had the chance to hear his cheeky laugh one more time. Wishing all my love to everyone in Michael’s family and thank you for being a part of what…
Sue Oake
The most amazing, gentle, caring and happiest man I have ever had the pleasure to know. Words cannot express the sadness I felt by his passing. My thoughts are with Michaels family and friends at this time. Heaven has gained an amazing Angel, keep singing Michael xx…
Michaela O'Hara
Michael you were a true gent. You really did light up the room. I can remember our talks about music and specifically our mutual love for Celine Dions song “Because you loved me” and how it sounds like a song about God. I hope your family know how much you were respected by us all here. You will be sorely missed. RIP x…
Angie Randall-Wood
I don’t have the words to truely express how sad I am. Michael was always happy, smiling, singing no matter what was going on. He was a bright star shining amongst the doom – I will miss his stinky food and his ‘baby girl’ – I hope you are shining bright in the skies – thoughts always for you and your family xx…
Hazel Miller
I am heartbroken that Michael is no longer with us. He was such a lovely man who made time for everyone. Michael had a way of lighting up the room with his happy presence, his smile and his laugh and I loved how he was always singing. Sending love to his family. Rest in Peace Michael x…
Stef
Michael you will be sorely missed.A kind and gentle man had time for everyone. Always used to offer me a lift if he saw me waiting for the bus.God rest you soul …
John Georgoulias
I don’t even know where to begin. Michael, you will be missed so much by so many. It’s the greatest honour I got to work with you and to get to know you on a more personal level. I still live today by advice you gave me when things were tough. You were an ear for anyone who needed a chat. Your laugh, smile, and of course singing was infectious and brought light to the darkest of days and everyone whose lives you touched will forever be richer. My friend, I miss you. …
