It is hard when writing a biography to express just how much someone meant to you, how much they were loved and how much they are missed. It is hard to find any words that are in any way sufficient.

Ian was a wonderful soul who touched the lives of many.  Those who were lucky enough to call him friend, brother, uncle or husband were truly blessed. He was such a kind and calm soul and left a mark on so many people with whom he crossed paths. He had a quiet charisma that left an impact on everyone he met. It is no surprise that his career was in hospitality as he had an easy way of making people feel special.

He was lucky enough to have met a soulmate in Kevin and together they formed a loving, caring and formidable partnership where they complemented each other magnificently. They  grew together over their 25 years, enjoying their life and their adventures in the happiest of times with their beloved dogs. They built a sanctuary around them with their beautiful home and gorgeous Zen garden, which were always a joy to visit. They were the best of hosts.

Ian was kind, generous and thoughtful. He was loyal and protective. He was a modest man who didn’t like fuss. He had a wicked streak of mischief and a laugh to match. He loved nothing more than to laugh and to dance. He loved the sun and was as happy in his travels to the sun as he was in the garden painting a fence or potting plants soaking up the rays and topping up his tan. For a man who was perpetually late, he was far too early to leave us.

Kevin has gone ahead of Ian to the Peoples Pyramid and while we grieve for them both, it seems fitting that they will be together again in the Pyramid.  In Kevin’s bio that was penned by Ian he said that “Big Handsome” Kevin told him that they would be together forever. Ian believed that he was around him in some way, and he believed that their souls would be together forever in another dimension. We send Ian to the Pyramid with our love to join Kevin and their good friend Shonah.