Dear Simon,
I was extremely saddened to recently hear of your untimely passing, also that you had to endure such a horrible illness.
When I recall the happier memories of Paston Grammar School (particularly 3rd to 5th form), you are one of the first people to spring to mind. You were always very good company, as well as being a thoroughly decent chap.
I regret not making more of an effort to keep in touch, or to reconnect. With our birthdays being so close, you've always been thought of each 25th May.
Thank you for your friendship all those years ago,
Neil Shepherd