Michael John Belson
About Mick
Mick was the first born of six children to Kathleen Mary and Aubers George Belson. He made his debut appearance in this world on 26th May 1952.
He attended St Thomas More Roman Catholic School before passing his 11+ and going to Deacons Grammar School for Boys. At the age of 15, Mick started an apprenticeship with Baker Perkins, where he went on to become a qualified electrician, foreman, production engineer and the chairman for the union.
His love of sport was evident from an early age when he played rugby at Deacons and then football for a range of local teams both 11-a-side and 5-a-side, earning the reputation for being one of the best 5-a-side goalies in the Peterborough area. Similar to his father, Mick went on to coach and manage a number of local football teams. This was in addition to teaching Judo at a youth club in the Dogsthorpe area. He was an avid Wolverhampton Wanderers and England fan; another trait that follows through from a long line of Belsons.
Although Mick wasn't exactly known for excellence in playing Darts, it was his outstanding general knowledge complimented with Dennis Harper's concise aim with a dart, that helped them to win the star prize in Jim Bowen's 'Bullseye' in November 1990. Mick enjoyed his experience on the show so much, that soon after, he became the quizmaster both at the 'Nag's Head' pub on a Sunday evening and 'The Beehive' on Mondays. He loved knowing the answers!
When it came to family, Mick was always devoted, loyal and completely committed. It wasn't long after meeting Brummie, Jean Treanor on a seaside holiday to Great Yarmouth, that he was making plans for their big day. They married on 17th November 1973 in Aston. One year later, their first born, Michael Philip (named after Mick's favourite singer; Mick Jagger) arrived, soon followed by Sarah Elizabeth and Christine Marie. Both Michael Jnr and Christine have followed their father's love of football and have been heavily involved in both supporting and playing the game. Sarah, less of a sportsperson that her siblings, has however, mastered the art of being a diplomatic referee during frequent family football indifferences.
Mick's love for his family has always been the core of his being, but it's also his capacity to support so many other people on so many levels, that has been central to the love and respect that he has earned throughout his life, and will undoubtedly continue through time. From being a youth leader, to coaching sports, to training apprentices at Baker Perkins and being a mentor to numerous young and old people, Mick's guidance and wise words of wisdom will make him remembered, admired and loved year after year.
Shortly before Mick passed away, Mick was made redundant. Seeing an opportunity for a new venture, he showed an enthusiastic interest in becoming a support worker for young people. He never officially got the chance to do this, but people who knew Mick, would agree that he'd already been in that role for years. He made such a difference to so many people. One majorly influential thing that he said to several members of his family, before slipping into sleep, was that he wouldn't change a thing; he'd had a fantastic life, a beautiful wife and family and great friends who meant the world to him. He recapped on cherished memories of visits to numerous places in the world where he holidayed with people he loved, where he had enjoyed the sun, sand and beer, partied hard and laughed a lot.
Hand on heart, Mick genuinely was grateful for everything because he had lived a very happy, very fortunate life. He sincerely felt lucky, privileged and fully appreciative for the time that he had. He remained positive to the end.
Mick Belson has been, is and will continue to remain a true legend.
He attended St Thomas More Roman Catholic School before passing his 11+ and going to Deacons Grammar School for Boys. At the age of 15, Mick started an apprenticeship with Baker Perkins, where he went on to become a qualified electrician, foreman, production engineer and the chairman for the union.
His love of sport was evident from an early age when he played rugby at Deacons and then football for a range of local teams both 11-a-side and 5-a-side, earning the reputation for being one of the best 5-a-side goalies in the Peterborough area. Similar to his father, Mick went on to coach and manage a number of local football teams. This was in addition to teaching Judo at a youth club in the Dogsthorpe area. He was an avid Wolverhampton Wanderers and England fan; another trait that follows through from a long line of Belsons.
Although Mick wasn't exactly known for excellence in playing Darts, it was his outstanding general knowledge complimented with Dennis Harper's concise aim with a dart, that helped them to win the star prize in Jim Bowen's 'Bullseye' in November 1990. Mick enjoyed his experience on the show so much, that soon after, he became the quizmaster both at the 'Nag's Head' pub on a Sunday evening and 'The Beehive' on Mondays. He loved knowing the answers!
When it came to family, Mick was always devoted, loyal and completely committed. It wasn't long after meeting Brummie, Jean Treanor on a seaside holiday to Great Yarmouth, that he was making plans for their big day. They married on 17th November 1973 in Aston. One year later, their first born, Michael Philip (named after Mick's favourite singer; Mick Jagger) arrived, soon followed by Sarah Elizabeth and Christine Marie. Both Michael Jnr and Christine have followed their father's love of football and have been heavily involved in both supporting and playing the game. Sarah, less of a sportsperson that her siblings, has however, mastered the art of being a diplomatic referee during frequent family football indifferences.
Mick's love for his family has always been the core of his being, but it's also his capacity to support so many other people on so many levels, that has been central to the love and respect that he has earned throughout his life, and will undoubtedly continue through time. From being a youth leader, to coaching sports, to training apprentices at Baker Perkins and being a mentor to numerous young and old people, Mick's guidance and wise words of wisdom will make him remembered, admired and loved year after year.
Shortly before Mick passed away, Mick was made redundant. Seeing an opportunity for a new venture, he showed an enthusiastic interest in becoming a support worker for young people. He never officially got the chance to do this, but people who knew Mick, would agree that he'd already been in that role for years. He made such a difference to so many people. One majorly influential thing that he said to several members of his family, before slipping into sleep, was that he wouldn't change a thing; he'd had a fantastic life, a beautiful wife and family and great friends who meant the world to him. He recapped on cherished memories of visits to numerous places in the world where he holidayed with people he loved, where he had enjoyed the sun, sand and beer, partied hard and laughed a lot.
Hand on heart, Mick genuinely was grateful for everything because he had lived a very happy, very fortunate life. He sincerely felt lucky, privileged and fully appreciative for the time that he had. He remained positive to the end.
Mick Belson has been, is and will continue to remain a true legend.