Our dearest friend and colleague, Andy Taylor, sadly passed away today. After falling ill at work, he returned home where his condition worsened and an ambulance was called. Andy was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, where tests revealed he had formed a blood clot in his brain stem, suffering a stroke. Despite their best efforts, doctors sadly could not save Andy; MRI tests revealed no brain activity.

This is devastating news to all of Andy's family, friends and colleagues. Andy was young, fit, strong and energetic. He loved life but loved his wife and kids more than anything.

Those of use who knew Andy knew him as the massive personality, whose presence occupied the room. Many of us will have looked up to him, figuratively and literally. He towered above most and used his size for good, through work, reaching out to those in the community less fortunate than himself.

He leaves behind his wife, Holly, as well as three young children, Aurora, Aurelia and Xander.

I really cannot believe Andy is no longer with us. But his memory will live on. Please give generously. Your donations will go towards Holly and the children.

Andy, we're going to miss you but you've left this world with three beautiful children. The one comfort is knowing that you will live on through them. Sweet dreams, mate.