Michael a man who was never happier than when he was out working in all weathers on the land he loved, a gamekeeper to his core with a work ethic to match; a man for whom things were either Black or White, who was as straight as a die and loyal to the end; a man who certainly liked a laugh and whose wit and sarcasm was legendary; a man who was described as a genuinely generous in all ways, especially with his time, his thoughts and his humour; a very bright intelligent man; a big strong man, Michael was always there if you needed help.