Michael Mann passed away

[Ray Gabriel]

I have just recieved a text informing me that Michael Mann passed away on Sat at the age of 51.

Michael was one of the older hobbiests, but had lots of medical problems, none of which detered him in anyway from the hobby he loved. Michael was the guy who indirectly supplied the first Ceratogyrus meridionalis into the hobby.

If anyone has further information please elt me know.

Ray Gabriel

[James Box]

that is sad news...my condolences to his family and friends
it sounds like he lived life to the full and will be missed.

[Nicola Dolby]

I agree totally with James. My sympathies to Michael's family.

[Guy Tansley]

Yes, a sad loss.

Michael was one of the friendliest people I've ever met, always busy with educational invertebrate talks and displays despite his health problems (he lost the sight in one eye and even one of his legs to diabetes related problems). His anecdotes were classic and a visit to his animal room was an experience in itself too!

He will be sadly missed and I'll be at the funeral if possible...

Condolences to Jean.

[Lisa Baines]

We also send our sympathies to his family. xxx

[Steve McIntyre]

Very sad news indeed. I first met Michael around '97-'98 at one of the local Creepy Crawly fairs. He always had a friendly word and loads of good advice...he knew about most exotic inverts and kept lots! I last saw him in 2008 at Leeds show (I think!) and even though he suffered with some serious medical conditions, he still had the enthusiasm for the hobby. He was a genuinely great guy and will be sadly missed.