Stuart's uncle was my sister in law's neighbour. It was through that connection that I got a ticket for the 2008 Manchester final from Stuart.
He used to tell a story of when he was going to the directors box during the Ashley years. He asked not to be seated next to the Easedales but as he entered the box, the Easedales stood up to shake his hand. Being a gent, Stuart smiled and shook hands but unbeknown to Stuart, this exchange was shown live on BT Sport. As Stuart sat down he received a text from his friend "now I know what Judas Iscariot looks like".