The obituary notice of Donald WALSHE

Nothing can ever fill the gap you left, but knowing you’re at peace eases it a bit. Sending my warmest wishes to the sky above.

Happy 74th birthday, Don. I will be thinking of you on this very special day. 🍰

After a short period of uncertainty, my worst fears were confirmed by a kind member of your dear family. That you had passed away peacefully, and while surrounded by your loved ones.

Just before I left London behind for a fresh start in Manchester, you told me that you were feeling fatigued, and for some weeks too. But yet you remained hopeful of making a full recovery. I am sorry I could not have been there for you. And had the chance to say a proper goodbye. But fate was to choose otherwise, sadly.

Since then, I have taken time to fondly reflect on our twenty-eight-plus years of friendship. We had our ups and downs, of course, but we were always there for each other when it mattered.

So thank you, Don. Thank you for everything. I know you were a committed atheist; yet nevertheless, I do hope we will meet again someday. On some higher plain of existence, or up amongst the silver clouds. I'll let you choose the rendezvous!

You truly meant the world to me. And I don't often admit my innermost feelings to those that matter; being so reserved. But I do know that you knew. And that's all that really matters, I guess.

I shall miss your witty insights, the long chats and wise councel.

Rest easy, my friend. 💐

Don,
You were the most decent, kind-hearted and unique human being I have ever met. I feel privileged to have had such a reliable and loyal friend like you. You were my rock, and losing you has left a big void in my life.
Missing you terribly. Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Hussein