Mary Posted October 30, 2007 Report Share Posted October 30, 2007 I was emailed today and told that Mick had passed away and I just wanted everyone that was his friend or his foe to know that he will be sadly missed. He and his wonderful wife Ann were very good to me, when I was over last time, and I was a virtual stranger. His legacy of caring for others and getting involved with the youth of Warrington I hope has passed to someone worthy of it. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Settle Posted October 30, 2007 Report Share Posted October 30, 2007 Very sad news indeed Mary. Mick was a really nice guy with a heart of gold and someone who worked tremendously hard for the community. He definitely was a Community Champion. As you will know he always rolled up his sleeves when the next challenge presented itself and he would lead by example. He helped people of all ages but as you say especially the young. He raised a great deal of money for the many community projects he got involved in and has left a lot for people to appreciate and enjoy. Those who knew him will carry his legacy forward. Unfortunately Ann has suffered from a recent heart attack but I know that she will appreciate your kind words, they will be echoed by all those who knew Mick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alana Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Yes Mary I to received the email and was saddened to hear about Mick. I was lucky enough to meet him and Ann at a Poster meet on a trip back to the UK. They were such a nice couple very friendly and easy to talk to. He will be missed I am sure by a lot of friends and family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Kennedy Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Very sad news indeed. Mick was mentioned by the Mayor at last Monday's full meeting, so I sensed his life was sadly coming to an end. Whilst I might not have shared all of Mick's political views, he was by all accounts a hard working Councillor and community worker, who gave of his best. His heart was in the right place. The world is a lesser place with Mick's passing away. My thoughts are with Mrs Curran and the family at this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Mick was a true community champion and one was one of those political characters who was big enough to stand for his own views and those of his community, rather than always follow the party line. Despite ill health for many years he battled on to the very end. It was an honour to have known and worked with him on local issues and he will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. My thoughts are with his family during these difficult times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mummy Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Thoughts and wishes to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 That?s a great shame. Mick was a really nice genuine man who I liked and had the greatest of respect for. I?m sure he will be sadly missed. God Bless Mick! Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve the Original Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 We only had the one chance to meet Mick and his wife and we found them both to be very very nice people,we are shocked and stunned to say the least and i share the sentiments of all who have posted previous to me.. a good man who will no doubt be missed by a lot of people.. May you RIP Mick.. Steve and Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wahl Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 I too am sorry to hear of Mick's death. He was such an approachable realistic person who really did care about the local community, and who did a lot of wonderful work in the area. His presence at Cinnamon Brow will be sorely missed. Condolences to his wife and family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asperity Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Words fail me. I only met Mick Curran through this forum, but thought that he represented a generation which had the courage of their convictions. God Bless Mick, may you rest in peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kateoflymm Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Oh I'm so sorry to hear that. I never met him but, of course, I used to read his posts. Please pass my condolences to his wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayC Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 Sad loss of a genuinely nice man. My thoughts and condolences go out to his wife and family. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendam. Posted October 31, 2007 Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 I received this very sad news via email yesterday too Mary, but didn't open it until today. I know that Mick will be sorely missed and my thoughts are with Ann and the family. Bren. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter T Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 Funeral at the Crem. at 11.30 am, and afterwards at Cinnamon Brow Community Farm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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neo2508 Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 only found out about micks sad passing the other day i did have the honnor of meeting him and found him to be a truely good man he help me with a few problems i had when i moved into the padgate area i my wife and her son will miss him he was always great to my wifes son whenever he saw him good bye mick RIP love from john angie and karl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Settle Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 I called in to see Ann tonight and let her know about this thread and the kind words and thoughts contained within. I also mentioned the piece that Gary had wrote. She remembered well the last Posters meeting at Cinnamon Brow Farm and she told her family about it. Guess whose names should crop up first. Mary from the states and Steve from Germany. I showed one of the family how to log onto WWW and by now they will have either printed the details off ready for the post or emailed them to Mick?s two sisters in Australia. Ann was made up with your comments and wishes you all well. [ 03.11.2007, 07:51: Message edited by: Geoff Settle ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Posted November 2, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 Thank you Geoff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Settle Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 I've just remembered when I told Ann about Gary's article mentioning his 2,700+ posts she told me that he got a great deal of enjoyment from posting. I know that when I went around to see him he always had the PC on and we would often chat about the latest comments etc. He loved his duals with Obs. I knew that when I first suggested that he join the forum he would take to it and he certainly did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 I only had the pleasure of meeting Mick once, I crossed swords with him on here occasionally, he was a gentleman crusader who will be sadly missed by his family,friends and the community. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 Originally posted by Geoff Settle: I've just remembered when I told Ann about Gary's article mentioning his 2,700+ posts she told me that he got a great deal of enjoyment from posting. I know that when I went around to see him he always had the PC on and we would often chat about the latest comments etc. He loved his duals with Obs. I knew that when I first suggested that he join the forum he would take to it and he certainly did. An incredible feat by someone who could only type with two fingers. He will be sadly missed on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve the Original Posted November 4, 2007 Report Share Posted November 4, 2007 Thank you geoff for letting us know that Ann and Mick remembered us,we remember them both well and even Susanne was impressed by them both and they will always bring back fond memorys.. Steve [ 04.11.2007, 10:56: Message edited by: Steve the original ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilly Posted November 5, 2007 Report Share Posted November 5, 2007 I was very sorry to here the news, Mick was very kind and supportive on a couple of occassions when I needed it and I dont doubt supported many others above and beyond the call of duty. My very best wishes to his family and friends,x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 6, 2007 Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 I am now off to say my fond farewells to Mick. http://garyskent.blogspot.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 6, 2007 Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 Standing room only and several posters there to pay their last respects. It's amazing how you learn new info about someone at their funeral. Just discovered what a die hard Man Utd fan Mick was - yet I never had a crossed word with him. Just goes to show United and Liverpool fans can get on in harmony! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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