From Teresa Clay on 2/10/2007

I adored John. We were so happy. Even in the last few terrible days we still managed to laugh. He has left such a void in my life. He was so, so brave and bore each new challenge that MND brought with staggering strength and his unique sense of humour. We have been truly blessed to have had this time together, but also to have had the love and support of our wonderful families and friends. Despite the sad circumstances we have met some wonderful people, without whom this journey would have been so much harder. Thank from the bottom of my heart to all the health care team that were there for us from day one, from diagnosis to the very end. My heartfelt thanks also to the wonderful MND association gang, nationally but most of all at local level. It was so reassuring to know that you were just a phonecall away. Jamie has been my rock through all of this, It must have been so hard for him. He instinctively knew just how to help. He's a lovely, lovely man and I am grateful that we have had the chance to spend some great times together. I know that John passing so quickly has been a shock to everybody but I know John would not want anyone to have any regrets. Please just remember him as he was - on stage, behind the bar...... I know you will all have your own memories. Please remember him with a smile. Teresa xxxx