Michael died suddenly on 4 June 1992 aged 51.
Michael was a School Prefect and Captain of Shield. He gained his colours for the School 1st teams at Rugby, Hockey and Cricket. He was an Editor of the Johnian, Senior Chorister and a member of the School Orchestra.
He gained two 'A' levels and a Choral Scholarship to King's College, Cambridge. After graduating he taught at schools in Kent and Gloucestershire.