| Location | Basingstoke |
| Age | 12 years |
| Cause of Death | Road Traffic Collision |
| Date of Birth | 30/12/1994 |
| Date of Death | 04/01/2007 |
| Visitors | 6,008 since 11/01/2007 |
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THE grieving parents of a 12-year-old schoolboy who died in a road accident have described him as being as "close to perfect as anyone could be".
Steve Millington died at Southampton General Hospital of serious head injuries on Thursday, January 4 - two days after he and a friend were involved in a collision with a car while cycling in Pack Lane, Basingstoke. The accident happened at 3.20pm as the two boys were cycling towards Oakley.
Steve's devastated parents, Paul and Anne, both aged 47, of Alexandra Road, Brookvale, Basingstoke, said their son was a popular and well-loved boy who was full of mischief, love and generosity.
Paying tribute to him, the couple said: "In life, Steve would give anything that he possessed to any of his friends or family just because he thought that it would make them happy.
"If Steve thought that you were upset in any way, he would come and put his arms around you and give you a little cuddle to make it better - and it normally would.
"We are grateful that Steve was able to pack an awful lot into his short life. He had been to Disneyland twice and enjoyed other holidays to France and Spain."
One of his greatest loves was fishing. We enjoyed two trips to France in the last year and, on the second trip, Steve caught two carp of 31lb and 39lb, which he was immensely proud of.
"There are many enduring memories of his adventures and scrapes, along with his incredible acts of kindness and generosity.
"We know that no one is perfect, but Steve came as close to perfect as anyone could be.
"There is now a hole in our lives and in our hearts that can never be filled."
To add to the family's anguish, Steve's pet dog Sam had to be put to sleep the day after he died.
Mrs Millington said that although Sam had been ill for a long time, following two major strokes in December 2005, he refused to eat or move from the corner of the room from the moment of Steve's accident.
She added: "He had lost control of all his functions and would not even take a drink of water.
"In life he was Steve's dog - now they are reunited."
The heartbroken parents praised the medical and emergency staff who had tried to save Steve's life, and also an unknown woman who was first on the scene following the accident.
They have given permission for Steve's organs to be donated to help save the lives of others.
Steve attended Cranbourne Business and Enterprise College, in Wessex Way, Basingstoke, along with his 15-year-old brother Lee.
Headteacher Betty Elkins described Steve as a bright, capable and popular pupil, who was known for his sense of humour.
She said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
"He will be greatly missed by both staff and students alike."
Steve's 11-year-old friend Dale Butler, who was with him at the time of the accident, was taken to hospital for a check-up but was not seriously injured.
Dale, of South Ham, was Steve's best friend and, in a message of tribute to him, he said: "I will always remember the laugh we had and I will never forget you, your best mate Dale."
A 17-year-old girl, who was driving the red Vauxhall Corsa involved in the collision, has been arrested on suspicion of careless driving without due care and attention and causing grievous bodily harm without intent.
She has been bailed until March 5, pending further police inquiries.
Happy Xmas And Happy 17th Birthday.
For my precious SON ......STEVE.
They say, time is a healer,
Not so, for one so young.
Always thinking, what would you be now?
Why the loss of our twelve year old son?
Our lives have changed so very much,
More sad than happy times,
We can only imagine what your next year would bring,
When the New Year clock chimes,
We have learned to live a different life,
That's full of highs and lows,
You are always in our daily thoughts,
The heartache never goes.
I wrote this poem for your birthday memorial..
Dad, I, and all your friends hoped you watched in amazement on the 1st December 2011 when the cycle lane was opened. Your friends proudly rode their bikes in your memory. What a positive and memorable day it was, so full of thought and love.
Missing and loving you Always.xxxxxx Mum XXXXXXX
Today is my birthday...
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Today is my birthday
Celebrate my life with you
And remember the good times
Forget the bad.
Look up towards the sun
And catch every ray of light
Upon your cheek.
For I am there with you.
Today is my birthday,
Be happy for me.
My life was full.
I had the pleasure of love
And the joy of my family.
Do not be sad
Look up towards the stars
And catch each twinkle
In your heart.
For I am there with you
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Today is my birthday
My legacy is not wealth
Or mighty belongings,
My legacy is you and your life.
Spend it wisely and carefully,
Guard it always.
Do not be sad.
Feel the wind on your face
And in your hair
And know that I loved you
For I am there with you in your laughter
And in your hearts.
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Today is my birthday,
Learn to live again without me.
Take my strength with you
For you are not alone.
Do not be sad
Feel the rain on your face
Feel all life's treasures and
Know that you are alive!
At each step of the way
I will help you
For I am with you always
Until we meet again.
Today is my birthday...
unknown all my love
Sylvie
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I heard you crying yesterday
And felt your heart-sent love
So I’m sending you this message
Now, from Heaven up above.
You’re wondering if I’ll celebrate
My birthday (way up here)
I know you’re missing me today
I feel your essence near.
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God planned a special day for me
He told me with a wink
He’d ordered me a special cake
(It’s Angel food, I think)
I’m getting lots of hugs from God
He’s really good at that
And every time that I walk by
He gives my head a pat
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Balloons will fill the streets for me
They float up through the clouds
And we have lots of clowns up here
That make us laugh out loud
There is a birthday carousel
Jeweled horses ride the wind
With music playing oh so sweet…
The magic never ends
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I’ve made so many friends, you see
We laugh and play and sing
We ride our bikes and play jump rope
And sleep in Angel’s wings
We’ll have our cake and ice cream
And open gifts, surprise!
But we don’t blow out our candles here
Instead, they light the skies
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A Birthday In Heaven
2005 Written by Kris Smith
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVE
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BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
THINKING OF YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY STEVE
BUT THAT IS NOTHING NEW FOR NO DAY
DAWNS AND NO DAY ENDS WITHOUT A
THOUGHT OF YOU.
WE CANNOT SEND A BIRTHDAY CARD,
YOUR HAND WE CANNOT TOUCH.
BUG GOD WILL TAKE OUR GREETINGS
BUT THE ONE WE LOVE SO MUSH.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVE
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BIG HUGS FROM ME TO YOU AND YOUR
FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT MISS YOU EVERDAY
BUT IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER YOU WILL NOT
BE FORGOTEN YOUR TAKE CARE LOVE FROM
ME SYLVIE MOMMY OF SAMANTHA BELANGER
AND GRANDDAUGHTER OF ALBERT AND
MARIE-JEANNE BELANGER AND COUSIN
OF STEVE MORNEAU TAKE CARE GOOD
NIGHT BIG HUGS BYE FOR NOW ALL MY
LOVE SYLVIE
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Steves Angelversary - 4th Jan.
This day comes with sad regret,
It brings back a time I shall NEVER forget.
I lost a son more precious than gold,
No dearer (2nd) son this world could hold.
This date, I try to ignore but it always floods back and I break down at some point during this day.
Missing you loads. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx mum xxxxxxxxxxxx
happy new year
hi steve sorry its a bit late i still miss you. You were the a good friend and cousin we all miss you in our different way i hope you are happy in heaven playing with sammy and all the angels we all miss you very much
lots of love
philip
Happy New Year My Bright Star.
Another year without you.
Nan had very special sparkles in her bedroom yesterday. I told her it would have been you visiting. Ive asked that you come to visit me please!!!
Our bedroom lights did flicker alot on the night of your birthday, and i keep finding white feathers.I know how clever you are, and just pray that you will show in my 'dreams', I need to see how you have grown.
I miss you every day, you still are, with your brother, the light in my life. Poor lee is wrapped in cottonwool, which he hates, only I'm so afraid it will happen twice. Please help keep him safe.
Loving you always...xxxxxxxx mum xxxxxxxx
Happy new year
Just wishing you a Happy New Year Steve another year without you it never gets easier well me and your Mum are going to see Sally Morgan this month so come on Steve your Mum would like to get a message from you and i would like a message from Carl so come on boys shine the brightest on the 21st so your strength is strongest then maybe we can have a special wish all for us to hold dear love you loads missing you millions jan xxxx
Happy New Year 2011
Just wishing you a happy new year Steve you are such a special boy one who was truely loved and will never be forgotten i will always be there for your mum come rain or shine day or night we support each other and always will have fun hope you and Carl are havin plenty of giggles xx
Happy !6th Birthday Steve
sorry its late but had lots on my mind just wanting to wish you a happy 16th birthday i did my special tribute again this year steve i hope you liked it for you mum lots of hugs an kisses jan xx
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