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Before Michael died he chose The Wooden Spoon as the charity he'd like to support. He hoped that rather than buying flowers, people would donate to the charity, which exists to improve the quality and prospect of life for children and young people who are disadvantaged physically, mentally or socially.

In particular, the focus of The Wooden Spoon is on rugby - "rugby gives kids of all shapes and sizes a valuable role in the team, enhancing their health and self-confidence. It is particularly important for some of the most disenfranchised young people in our society who are in desperate need of guidance and physical release. By playing a sport that channels their energy into healthy activity while fostering teamwork, discipline and respect, these young people can change their lives for the better".

Money rasied is used for medical treatment and recovery centres, sports and activity areas, sensory rooms and gardens, playgrounds and hydrotherapy pools and outreach programmes for children in their communities.

Mike's family would like to thank everyone for all their kind messages and generous donations. They have greatly appreciated all of the support they have received and would especially like to thank all those who were able to attend Michael's Memorial Service.

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In memory of a lovely boy with a twinkle in his eye who grew into a humorous, kind and brave young man. Donation by With love from Cannon Park Primary School x 10/11/09  

£140.00

In memory of Michael and some good times together, love John and Gill Davies and family xx Donation by John Davies 10/11/09  

£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid

Thinking of you Alicia xx Donation by Zoe Morley (old school friend of Alicia's) 05/11/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

We'll never forget the good memories Donation by Willie + Carol 29/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Phil, Jill, Matt and Hannah x Donation by Phil Gill 24/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Christine Creek 22/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Treasure your memories Love to all Donation by sylvia 19/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Donation by philip horner 16/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Michael-what a fine young man! The Whetstones- what an inspirational family! With our love and prayers Donation by The Smalls 14/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Dear Neil, Theresa, Amie. The wooden spoon charity is wonderful. Thinking about you all Phil, Ani, Tom, and Kev. Donation by Phil Keenan 13/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Our sympathy for Michael's family and our admiration for what we learned about Michael Donation by Geoff and Lyn Elliott 13/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Donation by Michael Owen 12/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

In memory of a courageous, gifted young man who lived life to the full. my thoughts are with his family. Donation by Ailsa Logan 09/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Neil, Theresa and family, my thoughts are with you. Best wishes, David Donation by David Hutt 09/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation by Ian & Julia Horsman 08/10/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

no more to be said - love to all the family NICK PAM AND THE GIRLS Donation by nick 08/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

In memory of a great guy. Our thoughts are with Michaels family and his many friends. Donation by The Warwickshire Wooden Spoon Committee 08/10/09  

£60.00

From Janette, Cath, Phi R, Phil S, Rod, Gary work colleagues at Harrabin's Donation by Harrabin 08/10/09  

£45.00 + £12.69 Gift Aid

Donation raised in memory of a brave young man who touched our hearts. Donation by Cranham Sequence Dance Club 07/10/09  

£100.00

What a very special young man to have achieved so much in such a short time. With love Fancy and Carol Donation by Peter Griffiths 07/10/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

I only met Mike a few times at uni but it is clear to me how loved and cared for he was. Talented on the field, such a big loss to the world. My thoughts are with his girlfriend and family. Rest in peace now Mike. Emma xx'' Donation by Emma Iordanou 06/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thinking of Ames, Sam and the Whetstone family xxx Donation by Katharine Brock 06/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Michael & Anne Marsh 06/10/09  

£20.00

micheal will miss you loads mate loved working with you at ocs they only take the best ones xxx love the tolleysxxxxxxx Donation by sheryl tolley 05/10/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Donation by Raj Jaspal 05/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to Michael's family. Donation by Bob Jones (President - Warwickshire RFU) 05/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Cheers for everything pal! I'll never forget the time we spent together and the laughs we all had together right up until the end! Donation by Ben 'Bunny' Lockyer 05/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Thanks for all the fantastic memories bro Donation by David Laundy 04/10/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation by Oliver Howard 04/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Neil & family...best wishes from Stranksy, Margi & family ..Our thoughts are with you... Donation by Stranksy -- a proud OC 04/10/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
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