Gary, I can count myself truly lucky to have called you a friend and mentor.

For all the advice, sharing of life lessons, countless laughter and more than occasional beverage or two we shared since I arrived in the UK – I thank you.

My life is the better for having crossed your path.

I will miss you greatly mate.

‘Go n-éirí an bóthar leat,

Go raibh an ghaoth go brách ag do chúl,

Go lonraí an ghrian go te ar d’aghaidh,

Go dtite an bháisteach go mín ar do pháirceanna,

Agus go mbuailimid le chéile arís,

Go gcoinní Dia i mbos A láimhe thú’.

Lyn & Family – deepest condolences from myself, Caroline & the boys.