Now, almost a year on, his memory has been honoured with a community donation of a defibrillator. Last week, the community, met with family and friends of Mike to remember him and unveil a commemorative plaque. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Mansfield and Ashfield Chad, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
Watched from the side-lines were youngest guests, Olivia and Sophia, eight-month-old twins and granddaughters to Mike. Mike’s widow, Sylvia thanked friends and family for their generous contributions. She said: “Unfortunately a defibrillator wouldn’t have saved Mike’s life, but we’re confident that this one will help someone else.
“It feels like a fitting tribute to provide this gift for the community in memory of him. "Mike would be so proud of what we’ve achieved.” Advertisement Advertisement Mike and Sylvia Stubbs moved into Marklew and New Close 12 years ago.
Run by , the development is a collection of 30 bungalows in a quiet cul-de sac, offering independent living for older people. The service, led by scheme manager Nigel Marshall, includes low-level support and emergency assistance. The unveiling of the plaque was a proud day for Nigel: He said: “Mike was more than a neighbour – he was a friend.
"We’re so grateful to Sylvia and her family for raising the funds for this defibrillator. Advertisement Advertisement “Thanks also to the local Men in Sheds group for putting the pla.
