Michael Cato loved listening to people. He seldom got through a day without making a new friend and making other people happy.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a terrible disease but he fought it with the same sense of purpose that he used to run his business, hit a cricket ball, or score a goal up until his 60s.

Michael spent his last few days on the Emergency Floor of St Richard's Hospital, Chichester. One of his family could stay with him overnight and several visitors came throughout the day. ALL of the caregivers there showed him and his visitors great respect. Their unstinting attention, professional and compassionate was a blessing both to Michael and to his very large family.

That they were understaffed due to the Christmas holiday made no difference to their high standards. We want them to know that they made a very hard time so much easier for Michael and his family. We appreciate your support in raising money for this excellent NHS Emergency Floor. Thank you very much.

Helen Cato