I wish to pay a tribute to my nephew and Godson Michael Figliomeni “The Magic Man”. My dear sister Bub and Frank’s first born, this beautiful baby boy was to be my Godson, what an honour they gave me. I recall the day I was married, and Michael, at the age of 3 and ½ was my Pageboy. As he did everything so well so did he on this day. He walked down the isle with his big brown eyes carrying the wedding rings. He looked so cute. My husband, family and myself were regulars at Claremont Speedway and saw most of Michaels racing. After most events we would go to the pit area where I would suss him out and give him a congratulatory kiss. He looked embarrassed but I know he didn’t mind. That was just Michael, showing his shy side. Unfortunately, due to certain reasons we never made it more than a few times to The Quit Motorplex, but I always found out one way or another how he did, and left many a message on his phone congratulating him. The last time I saw Michael was when he visited me mid October for my birthday. He had not long had his medical and said everything was fine. We talked about the coming season, I wished him the best not knowing that would be the last time I would ever see him. The loss of Michael has hit hard from my sister Bub, Frank, Valerie, Tyler, Michael’s siblings & partners, Niece’s, Nephew’s, Nana, Aunts, Uncles, cousins, friends, speedway competitors and fans. One thing we have in our favour is all the wonderful memories we have of Michael. Plus the tributes that have been said and written, just make you so proud to have known such a wonderful man. “The Magic Man” was loved and respected so much and he will live on in our hearts forever. There are many more things I could say, but just can’t find the right words. Aunty Jan