A heartfelt memorial football match is planned to honor the memory of Michael Knowlson, a beloved father who tragically lost his life in a crash near Wells last month. Michael died at the scene of a collision on the A371 in Dinder at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18.
Michael’s family describes him as “a devoted son, a caring brother, a loving daddy, and a loyal friend.” They expressed their profound sorrow, saying, “We are utterly heartbroken and struggling to come to terms with the loss of Michael. The immense impact he had on our lives means his absence has left a hole that can never be filled.”
To celebrate his life, “Mike’s Match” will take place this Sunday, March 8, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Strode College Sports Centre. Following this, a service honoring Michael will be held on Friday, March 20, at 11 a.m. at St Cuthbert’s Church in Wells, with a burial at Wells Cemetery for family and close friends.
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After the service, attendees are invited to Wells Football Club to share memories and continue celebrating the life of a “much-loved son, brother, daddy, and friend.” The family requests that only they bring flowers, but donations in Michael’s memory can be made to Cancer Research UK and Macmillan Cancer Support.
Police continue their investigation into the collision and are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to come forward by calling 101, quoting reference number 5226046895.