I was lucky enough to work next door to Michael for many years at Bupa and I find it so very sad to have to write this condolence message. I wish I had the eloquence to convey what a great guy he was in words, and know how deeply he is missed by the many whom he met in the course of his life and career as well as his family.

As said by others  – he was a very special man, with an open mind, great wisdom, deep spirituality, sense of duty, kindness, generosity and patience . He had many and varied interests that he would happily share but never bore anyone with. If this makes him sound like a paragon of virtue – rest assured he also had a wicked sense of humour, was always up for socialising and knew how to have fun!

He was a wonderful colleague to work alongside for so long and count as a dear friend- he would look out for all of the team old and new and was a consummate professional. He was massively appreciated by me and all who met him. He deserved a much longer retirement than he had especially to enjoy his beloved and growing family,  to whom I send deep condolences.