On 17 juin, 12:16, Linda B
wrote:
I am so very sad to tell you that Mike died on Tuesday.

I am very sorry indeed to hear this.

Mike was a mainstay of the NewsGroup for many years. He always
displayed goodwill towards others and one sensed in him a modesty that
is the sign of real knowledge and expertise.

Many of us suffered with him when his first wife died tragically a few
years ago. We shared his happiness when he remarried some time
afterwards.

We may remember the courage, dignity and humour he showed when telling
us of his illness just a few months ago.

I feel it has been a privilege to make his acquaintance, even if only
in cyberspace.

Sincere sympathy to Mike's family and friends.

Colin Youngs
Brussels