It is with great sadness that we regret to inform everyone that ‘Little Mickle’ aka Michael Coleman 2E0ZMZ passed away last night in hospital. He had been having stem cell treatment in recent months, and in the end succumbed to flu. His best friend for the last 23 years, Trev G0IYV was there with him in last moments.We give our deepest and warm condolences to his family.
Mick leaves behind a large family of grown up children; he was well loved by his family and respected by many amateurs. Andy M0GAC and Colin CT7ACG both comment how it was a pleasure to have known him, having attended Scotland’s Isle of Arran on a local club DX-pedition with Sheffield ARC some years ago, and often taking part in field days, being a resident tea maker, being fully involved in those events. He earnt his Foundation license some years ago until he gained his intermediate in 2013. In recent years there was less of a presence at our clubs, but he was always welcomed, especially his sense of humor and love of a bit of good natured fun, and never forgotten.
For a chap of short stature, he was one that left a large impression of a really kind hearted and amazingly funny chap. He will be very much missed by everyone. RIP Michael, now Silent Key, go fly with the angels on the airwaves.
Very sad news indeed. Mick was always good for a friendly conversation. He was a kind and thoughtful person and will be greatly missed by those who knew him.