Dear Louise, Our deepest condolences to you Louise. It's been many years since I have been so saddened by someone's passing - so personally affected - even though we had only an intermittent relationship. He was a tremendous person and as Fudgy said - truly one of the good guys. If I feel so moved at a distance, I can only imagine the loss that you are feeling now. You have an advantage that many don't - you've had the good fortune to create so many wonderful memories together and I can only hope that somehow, they will help sustain you. I never really knew how much I really respected and I guess in some way - loved Mel - until I heard of his passing. I'm so sorry. KIm and I are thinking of you.......Don & Kim Mustill