Our thoughts are with Mike's family at this very sad time.
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Michael Edward Barnard (11 Nov 1957 - 18 Sep 2025)
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Michael Edward
Mountbatten Hampshire Ltd
£680.00
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In loving memory of Michael Edward Barnard who sadly passed away at home with his family by his side on 18th September 2025. Mike fought a brave battle from day one right up until the very end. We are all very proud of his strength and determination. Dads saying throughout his illness was 'Ill be alright in a minute'.
Mountbatten supported Mike and his family at the end of Mikes Life, the family would like donations to be made to support this charity and help other families going through end of life care.
If you wish to donate please do so by using the link below, the family have requested no flowers please as Mike was not a fan of flowers.
Dress code Smart/ Formal
The family would like to extend the invite to the wake at;
The Master Builder
Swaythling Rd
Southampton
SO30 3AH
Thank you Trish, Chris, Helen & Emma
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Dear Mike, wonderful cousin. You were the best. Always bringing a smile to my face. Always so upbeat. You just knew how to cheer us up. Brave kind man. Missing you in my heart. Wish I spent more time with you.Condolences to your beautiful family and lovely Trish. 💔
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It was truly a pleasure knowing Mike. He was a great man and will be deeply missed.
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We were deeply saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. For 27 years he was our wonderful next door neighbour, always ready with a kind word and a helping hand. Mike quietly kept our street in order, tidying bins, looking after them when neighbours were away, and doing whatever needed doing to make life easier for everyone.
We will never forget the day our drive began to flood and Mike stepped in without hesitation. While I stood helpless and in tears, he used his pump to stop the water getting inside before rescue arrived. That selfless calm in a crisis showed exactly who he was. The pump he later passed on to us is a lasting reminder of his generosity and practical care.
I loved his sense of humour - our front garden chats always left me smiling. We will miss seeing him out on his daily walks with Scooby and Toby, coming back from shopping, sweeping the drive so meticulously and those little catch ups that kept us connected. It was such a warm sight to see him at the front door to welcome and say goodbye to his children and grandchildren; those family moments were always a pleasure to see.
Mike’s warmth, thoughtfulness, and quiet strength left a lasting mark on us. Please know our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
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Oh — sorry, autocorrect; of course I meant Scooby and Teddy. So perhaps I could also add now that I was so lucky to have one of those little front garden chats with Mike just a week before he passed away and only a few days before we went on holiday. He had me rolling with laughter as he gave hilariously earnest advice on surviving a long haul flight: a cheeky tipple here and there - teasing me about packing a flask and swearing it was the secret to happiness at 35,000 feet. He waved his hand, laughed out loud, and disappeared through his front door — it never occurred to me that would be our last chat. That warm, joyful, perfectly Mike piece of advice is the Mike I will always remember and miss; he left me with one final laugh, a tiny, unforgettable moment I’ll hold for years.
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We will remember Mike as an exceptional neighbour and friend.
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Mike ( Barn )
You meet people in life who makes each day easier, that was you, Mike.
Your laugh was warm and contagious, your spirit one of a kind.
You were always there for others offering guidance and kindness.
Your love for your family was second to none.
I will cherish the memories we shared and thank you for every one of them.
With Love
Mark Kay and the girls. X
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Grandad you was so strong and never stopped fighting, you were the best grandad anyone could ever wish for and never failed to make us all laugh
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Grandad was extremely proud of you Leo xxx
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Uncle Mike. You fought a brave fight right to the end. You were fiercely hard working, loyal and patriotic. You leave behind a legacy in your beautiful family. We will all miss you.
You are all never far from our thoughts.
Love to you all.
Steve, Vicky, Sophie and Emily.
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Mike was a big presence who was a force of nature. RIP after a valiant fight against an unfair disease
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Mike we remember you as a loving husband, father and grandfather. You will be sadly missed. All our love Sue & Tony xx
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Michael I will miss you so much and will always remember your kindness and generosity
Rest in Peace my dear friend
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