Words cannot express the sorrow we are feeling at this time. Ed, you were a lovely person in every way. We count ourselves lucky that you befriended Alex early in his childhood. You and Harriette have been friends with Alex and Lauren for a long time. When we think of you, we think of that smile, the one that would brighten any day; we think of your warm, gentle disposition. We think of football, hockey and cricket. What a great sportsman and team player you became! We’re smiling now as we remember it was always a close call whether you or Alex would be the last to arrive at a game. The sign of a busy life! You were good natured and kind, the definition of nice. When I recollect many play dates at our house, I recall how hard it was for your Dad to extract you from our house. Jamie would wait so patiently rather than bustling you both out of the door, because you were having such fun. Your happiness came first. For me, it was a nice excuse to put the kettle on and have a chat! Ed, you will always be a part of our family history. We will now focus on how lucky we were that you touched our lives, particularly your friendship with Alex. We’re so glad you caught up when Alex was home at Christmas. Alex, we know, will treasure the memories of that evening and of course his many other memories of you over the years. Rest in peace Ed. Know you were truly loved by a great many people, including us xxxx