I have the onerous task of bringing you sad news this morning.
Michael Colaco, eldest of the Colaco brothers, an extraordinary Cathedralite who dominated the schools performace in arts with his singing and acting in the latter half of the fifties, passed away in London on Thursday afternoon.
Brother, 59er David, saw him earlier the same day and Michael was fine.
Willie Shiri, from Canada, who reported this to me, suspects that he must have had a heart attack. Michael lived alone in London and was known to suffer from heart problems.
Michael leaves behind three chidren, in their late teens or early twenties. Michael was separated from his wife of many years.
Michael sang in our school operas. His melodic soprano voice which later changed to alto, was the lead voice at the St. Thomas Cathedral Choir.
Michael was always well groomed and he was a leader. Here he is in a picture I treasure very much as he was Wilson House Captain in 1959. (Click on image to see enlarged version.)
Michael is seated on the extreme left
I am sure all of you will join me in sending our deepest condolences to all Michael's family and hope that they bear this loss with strength.
For all of us, the same age as Michael, it is reminder that our Maker may call us at any moment. So be in touch with all your friends and relatives whom you love as time on this earth is certainly limited and we should enjoy each other to the fullest when we have the chance.
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