RIP GrumpyDaddy (Mike)

MediumRoastSteam

As you might have known, GrumpyDaddy (Mike) has passed away in the summer last year.

He was an entertaining character, and I had the privilege to meet him a couple of times on CFUK Forum Days.

Does “A funnies thread” ring a bell? That was him. 😊

https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/vesuvius/the-end-is-nigh-t468.html

https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/vesuvius/a-funnies-thread-t377.html

https://www.coffeeforums.co.uk/topic/18336-a-new-funnies-thread/

RIP Mike.

Drewster

RIP GrumpyD

dutchy101

I never knew the man, other than seeing his thread on CFUK mentioning he was terminally ill (which I won’t lie, brought a tear to my eye at the time). He seemed to have a great sense of humour and to be very well liked.

It was obvious it was going to go this way, but it still feels sad - irrespective of the fact I never met, knew or spoke with the man.

RIP

DavecUK

dutchy101 I never knew the man, other than seeing his thread on CFUK mentioning he was terminally ill (which I won’t lie, brought a tear to my eye at the time). He seemed to have a grrat sense of humour and to be very well liked.

I felt exactly the same way about Mike…very sad…he told me things were hard.

LMSC

I too never met him. But, felt immensely sad after hearing his illness. Did enjoy reading his funny threads / posts.

RIP Mike. You and your family members are on our thoughts and prayers.

dfk41

When Mike first joined CFUK, he was very active in buying and selling equipment, in a competitive sort of way almost. I had the chance to buy a shedload of cups and saucers that were down near him, and rather than buy and risk damage on the way up, I asked Mike if he would like the deal since it was close to him and I was happy to oblige. This must have been 6 or so years ago.
The last time I emailed Mike at the start of last year, he said he still had most of them in his shed!
RIP matey

Eyedee

Mike helped me massively with the installation of Linux on a laptop, we kept in touch exchanging beans etc but like many passing friendships we lost touch. RIP my friend .

Ian

Systemic

Mike was a kind hearted straight talking uncomplicated guy. He liked to post jokes in the ‘funnies’ section of CFUK which, sometimes, were not PC. On one occasion, he shared his views on a sensitive subject which attracted a lot of heat and I gave him a warning for it. He took it on the chin - didn’t complain or get aggressive. Told me he meant no offence and acknowledged his views were dated. He bore his declining health with dignity and fortitude. RIP.

Waitforme

I didn’t know Mike personally but remember reading his post on CFUK and thinking that he had a great attitude when facing such adversity.

I didn’t know he had passed , thanks for letting us know.

I can only hope when my time comes that I can face it in the manner that Mike did.

Rest in peace GrumpyDaddy.