Michael 'Mick' Victor Barwis (30 Jan 1942 - 12 Jun 2026)
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In loving memory of Michael 'Mick' Victor Barwis born Friday 30th January 1942 in Oldham, who sadly passed away aged 84 years on 12th June 2026 in Southend Hospital.
Mick, also known as Gran Miguel, Rioja Mick, Darjeeling Mick, Piano Mick and Mike the bike, he lived in the same house in Hadleigh for 79 years, proud of being the longest living resident in the road!
Mick had unfortunately struggled over the last couple of years with the many complications of severe heart failure and passed away peacefully with family by his side.
Mick was a Guillotine operator at the Printing Firm Naish's in the early part of his life and then after being made redundant he found employment as a Piano technician and demonstrator at The Piano Pavillion in Chalkwell until his retirement, his other hobbies included sea swimming, cycling, hosting spanish wine tastings in London and at home, attending Piano recitals, among many other interests such as playing piano before arthritis affected his playing!
Mick was a fun loving, kind, generous and enthusiastic and much described by those who met and knew him as a "real character"
Mick leaves behind his wife Margaret of 53 years, Daughter Nikki, Son-in-law Brian, and his two Grandsons Toby & Theo, and he is now at rest with his beloved parents Marjorie and Bert Barwis.
Funeral to be held at Southend Crematorium, Sutton Road, SS2 5PX. 27th July 2026 @ 11am, then on to Latinos Restaurant in Hadleigh for his Memorial gathering.
There will also be a live stream available for those who cannot attend, please message me for the email link.
Family flowers only please.
Donations welcome to the suggested charities.
Kind request only colourful dress to be worn please, (shorts are welcome too!!) No black, thank you.
Nikki, Margaret & family xx
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A lovely photo of Mick which brings back memories of many musical evenings combined with wine tasting sessions at his house in Hadleigh. Also, our get together at the Grande Hotel in Leigh on Thursday evenings where a group of pianists , including myself and Mick used to 'entertain' customers on the Pleyel piano. Good times always to remember. Glynn Freeman
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Hi Glynn, Hope you're well? Thank you so much for lighting the candle, so lovely to read your message too!! I've just managed to update the obituary with the Funeral details, Mum and I would love to see you again if you're able to come? Nikki x
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