A spokesperson for Mike Gell Jewellery on East Street confirmed that Mr Gell died on July 22, surrounded by his family. Mr Gell had been on East Street for over three decades, starting his business at number 89 on December 5, 1986. "My sincere condolences to his loved once, a truly lovely, lovely man." Christopher Hudson described Mr Gell as a gentleman, a great laugh, and a friend. He added: "In my book, Respect is something you earn not expect, and Mike earned it in spades."