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Interment at St. Faiths, alongside Arthur (Father-dec'd 1967) Hilda (Mother-dec'd 1985) 02/11/22.
In loving memory of Michael (Mick) John Gambling who sadly passed away in Norwich, on 4 September 2022, at the age of 87.
Michael was a wonderful, vibrant, true gentleman, with integrity, who brought joy and laughter to everyone he met in his cycling world, for over 60 years. His humour and personal experiences made even the bumpiest of paths smoother for himself, those he met and his loved ones.
Michael fulfilled his dreams of becoming renown time-trial cyclist, with several national records still standing today, a sought after after-dinner speaker, a non-fiction author, an international sports and feature journalist, spending time in the sunshine and becoming a grandad to Jared & Serena.
Despite many a battle with ill health, over 40 years, Michael was always optimistic, brave and thankful. His pleasures were simple and his needs few.
Thanks for being you, Michael, you will be greatly missed.
Michael's funeral is on Wednesday 21 September 2022 with arrival at 1.45pm for a 2.00pm start.
St. Faiths Crematorium, 75 Manor Rd, Horsham St Faith, Norwich NR10 3LF
You are more than welcome to participate and join us. The service will be led by Roger Colman.
If you are able, please wear bright colours for a celebration of life. If you are a current or former cyclist, please consider wearing some items of your cycling clothing, jerseys, jackets, shirts, hats etc.
Wheels held aloft by (far left, Martin Pyne, far right by Heather Wells. Between, from right, Brian Tate and Phil Hollingsworth (East Anglian CC), Martin Badham (CC Breckland), Dave Townsend (VC Norwich) and John Dupen (Lowestoft). Other side Sue Rogers
Si Chris: RIP Mick, our last ride back in 1981 when we won the Grand Prix de Gentlemen beating Bob Downs and his partner, a great day that we both remember well, you were so pleased. Thanks for that day, you will always be remembered.
Jon Greengrass: Mick (centre) in his East Anglian CC days, in the 50s with my father John G and Brian Tate. End of an era, Mick was a true gent and I learnt a lot from him. A contemporary of my Dad, he will be remembered fondly in the Greengrass family.
Interment at St. Faiths, alongside Arthur (Father-dec'd 1967) Hilda (Mother-dec'd 1985) 02/11/22.
Interment at St. Faiths, alongside Arthur (Father-dec'd 1967) Hilda (Mother-dec'd 1985) 02/11/22.
Interment at St. Faiths, alongside Arthur (Father-dec'd 1967) Hilda (Mother-dec'd 1985) 02/11/22.
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Michael - funeral 21/09/22
Wheels held aloft by (far left, Martin Pyne, far right by Heather Wells. Between, from right, Brian Tate and Phil Hollingsworth (East Anglian CC), Martin Badham (CC Breckland), Dave Townsend (VC Norwich) and John Dupen (Lowestoft). Other side Sue Rogers
21/09/22 - Jared's funeral speech and poem.
Si Chris: RIP Mick, our last ride back in 1981 when we won the Grand Prix de Gentlemen beating Bob Downs and his partner, a great day that we both remember well, you were so pleased. Thanks for that day, you will always be remembered.
Jon Greengrass: Mick (centre) in his East Anglian CC days, in the 50s with my father John G and Brian Tate. End of an era, Mick was a true gent and I learnt a lot from him. A contemporary of my Dad, he will be remembered fondly in the Greengrass family.
21/09/22 - funeral - Order of Service 1
21/09/22 - funeral - Order of Service 2
20/09/22 - Thanks to those of you who sent the sympathy cards. They are appreciated by the family.
Colchester Rovers 3-up 1964 2nd place
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2011
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2009
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2009
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2008
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2008
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2007
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2007
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2007
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2006
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2006
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2005
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2005
Michael Gambling as Grandad 2005
National Service 1953-55 Sergeant (Act) British Army, RASC, Canal Zone (GSM), Aldershot, Egypt & Palestine. Very hostile dangerous situations and confrontations were encountered in the Middle East. He campaigned for National Servicemen to be recognised.
Mick Gambling - meeting at Sprowston - 1950s - Sprowston Heritage Wiki
Mick Gambling - meeting at Sprowston - 1952 - Sprowston Heritage Wiki
Mick Gambling - meeting at Sprowston - 1951 - Sprowston Heritage Wiki
Mick Gambling - Rollers - late 1960s - ttlegends.org
Mick Gambling - early 1970s - ttlegends.org
Mick Gambling - 2005- ttlegends.org
Mick Gambling - middle 1970s - ttlegends.org
Mick Gambling on Cycling - published 1975.
Mick 07/09/22 - Obituary written by Fergus Muir EDP
2006 Mick's NCA humour
Mick 1996 (kindly supplied by JC Lee)
Michael 2014. Armistice Parade, with Jared & Serena alongside.
Michael1999. Cambridge University Graduation of Marifel. Fraser alongside.
Mick (as kindly supplied by Fergus Muir).
Mick (as supplied by Fergus Muir).
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