I met Ewart in 1971, when we both were at the University of Birmingham, training to be clinical psychologists. It was said that our course of ten was the most cohesive group there had been there, and that in subsequent years the course organisers tried to replicate this. I doubt they succeeded, because I think that Ewart was the catalyst. Even at the tender age of 22, Ewart was kind, considerate and selfless. As part of the course we were asked which vegetable would best describe each of us, and Ewart said an onion, because there are lots of layers and nothing inside. At the time I said that sounded rather sad, and Ewart said with a laugh, "not from where I am sitting". This has come to mind several times in the intervening years and I have come to the conclusion that even then Ewart was a trully selfless person. He was the one we went to with our worries and concerns. We knew that he would always make time for us, listen and consider carefully, and that he was completely trustworthy with confidences. He was always keen to help and not afraid to make a stand if he felt there had been an injustice. He was also funny, good fun and upbeat. Brimming with enthusiasm for life. I will remember him with great affection and respect. He has had a lot of challenges in his life which he has bourn with great courage. My thoughts and love to his family xxx