Michael Thompson (10 Jan 1972 - 2 Dec 2025)
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In loving memory of Michael, dear husband of Deborah and devoted father of Ella and Megan.
Michael’s wonderful humour and love of life brought him many close and sustained friendships. He held many passions and often shared these with his loved ones. Michael was an avid sports fan and kept himself fit with regular long runs. Carlisle United Football Club deserves a special mention, with Michael having been a stalwart supporter since childhood. Away from sports, Michael could turn his hand to discussions on a great many topics. He always kept abreast of current affairs, including the political news, and he loved debating with friends and family... often with a mischievous twinkle in his eye. Michael also loved exploring and learning about new cultures. He counted himself very fortunate to have been able to tour the Southern Hemisphere, including extensive travels in South America.
Michael’s loving friends and family were an immense support to him as he battled his illness with incredible courage and dignity. He faced his long hospitalisation with tremendous positivity and resilience, assisted by the caring and expert staff at the Royal Brompton.
We all love Michael very deeply and he will be so dearly missed. A humanist service to give thanks for Michael's life will take place at West Road Chapel, Sutton Road in Southend on Monday 5th January 2026 at 12 noon, followed by a burial (12.45pm) at the cemetery across the road. Refreshments will be served afterwards (from 1.45pm) at the Holiday Inn by Southend Airport (SS2 6XG).
All of you are welcome to attend any or all parts of these farewells.
Family flowers only, please. Any donations to be made via the link above to Fair Havens Hospice in Southend, who provided Michael with such loving and compassionate care.
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A privilege to have known you Tommo. RIP. From Welsh Boyo.
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In loving memory of my Nephew Michael
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I’m so sorry for your loss. That twinkle in Michael’s eye will never fade.
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Michael was an impressive, innovative and strategic thinker and always spoke warmly and proudly about his family at work. His hearty laugh would brighten our days! You are much missed.
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Such a huge loss to all. Rest in peace x
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We worked together, drank together, ate together and holidayed together. So many brilliant and unforgettable memories.
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The first thing Deborah said to me about you, before I even met you, was: "He treats me like a Queen". That's what you were Michael, a gentleman, and that's how I will remember you in my heart: gentle, thoughtful and generous.
Rest in Power，Michael.
I love you
Pamela
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With love and sympathy from the children and staff at St Michael's School, in memory of a much loved father.
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Michael Thompson, what an honor it was to know you. My lasting memory of you will be a quite frankly ridiculous story of you running in South America, seems fitting.
Sending love to family, friends and all that had the pleasure to be near you
Rachael x
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What a kind, thoughtful gentleman. Safe travels MT x
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Michael was a true professional who achieved so much and a kind, generous and lovely lovely person.
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So loved, so missed.
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Sending lots of love to all the family, and sincere gratitude for having known and been inspired by Michael over many years. He will be so dearly missed.
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In loving memory of dear Michael, with so much love to Deborah, Ella, Megan and all Michael’s family x
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Forever grateful to Michael for his kindness and for giving me my first job opportunity in London, fresh out of university. Will always remember that call, which he treated with his renowned sense of humour like the X Factor final! He and my other lottery colleagues became like a second family. Thinking of you all and sending huge hugs xx
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Today, our thoughts are with Michael's family and friends. May his service bring a sense of peace to all those who miss him.
Sending strength and comfort
Martina (In Memory Team) and all the nurses
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I shall always picture Michael with that broad smile on his face, living life to the full. He was a good friend. I shall really miss him.
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We will always remember Michael with such great fondness, happiness and will cherish forever the beautiful moments we all shared together.
He will be missed immensely and our thoughts are with Deborah, Ella, Megan and his family.
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Michael will be missed tremendously by all who knew him. He was a brilliant colleague who always brought positivity into our work at the national lottery. X
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In loving memory of dear Michael
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