I feel very lucky to have known and worked with Gordon for many years at ICRF. He was such a likeable person with a lovely, quiet and modest nature and a great sense of humour. I have lots of fond memories of our time in the lab but also of the many social occasions we enjoyed, most notably the day of my retirement from ICRF. Gordon, in his usual generous and thoughtful fashion, suspended all work in the lab for the day so that we could all celebrate. An unforgettable day. Other memorable occasions included the fun ICRF Christmas parties and various events at Gordon's house where he amazed us all with his culinary skills, particularly his chicken Tikka kababs and wonderful baked cheescake. I was devastated to hear the news and feel so sad that he was taken at such a young age, by such a horrible and painful disease, and had so little time to enjoy his well earned retirement. I still can't believe that he has gone. Although we hadn't seen each other for many years, which I regret, we still kept in touch with a card and all the latest news every Christmas. I can honestly say that he was one of the nicest people I have ever known. I will greatly miss him and will remember him as a thoughtful and helpful work colleague but, above all, as a very special person and really good friend. Alison, Katherine and Annabel I send you my love and most heartfelt sympathy for your loss x Ros Battson.