No! Don't leave us, Mr. Jarvis!

[my miss storm cat]

"On a more personal note, Michael Jarvis's death today has left me numb. We all knew it was coming but I can't really find the words to describe my admiration for him.

"As a trainer he's up there with the very best, but as a man he was outstanding.

"He was kind, considerate and just a great bloke. When I think about what training does to people, I cannot understand how some rise above all the bullshit and stress.

"Michael conducted himself with so much class it was frightening."

"His training record speaks for itself - he was brilliant, but as a man he was even better. My thoughts are with Gay and the girls. I personally know that Gay and Jackie have been incredibly strong throughout his illness and they are a total credit to themselves and to a much loved, brilliant man."

~ Mick Channon