Former Sundridge restaurateur, who moved to work with Chef Michael Smith, is dead at 48

A former Sundridge restaurateur, who moved to work with celebrity chef Michael Smith, has died at the age of 48.

The man, who has not been identified, was found dead at his home in the area yesterday. He had been suffering from an ongoing illness, according to a statement from his family.

The man had been a well-known and respected figure in the Sundridge area for many years. He had been working as a restaurateur in the area for over a decade, during which time he built up a large and loyal customer base.

In recent years, he moved to work with celebrity chef Michael Smith. The two had become close friends and the man was often seen helping out in the kitchen.

The man was well-known for his friendly and outgoing nature and had become a fixture in the Sundridge community. He was always willing to go above and beyond to help his customers, whether it was cooking a dish they requested, offering advice on food, or just providing a friendly smile.

Those who knew him said that he was passionate about food and enjoyed experimenting with different recipes. He had a great love for the craft and took pride in his work.

The man will be greatly missed in the Sundridge community. His family have asked for privacy at this difficult time, but have said that he will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity and dedication to his work.

The cause of death is not yet known, but it is believed to be due to his illness. He is survived by his wife and two children.

The family have asked for donations to be made to a charity of their choice in his memory. They have also requested that anyone with fond memories or stories about him to share them with the family.