move to the Isle of Man they agreed to an amicable separation, and Drower established a partnership with Anne Cain. He acted as a stepfather to Cain's children, but never had any children of his own. Death and legacy Drower died suddenly on 12 May 2008, aged 54, of a myocardial infarction. Several commemorations celebrated his contributions to Manx life. In 2009, his father compiled Bramblespit, an anthology of some of Drower's writings that included stories, poems, his Illiam Dhone oration and a picaresque memoir of his time at Stowe. Honours In 2009, Drower was posthumously named the inaugural winner of the Libertarian Vannin award, in recognition of his efforts to defend human rights and to uphold the values of the Liberal Vannin Party. The award was received by Drower's father at the Party's annual conference. References 1953 births 2008 deaths English broadcasters English classical organists English electronic musicians English poets English writers Manx people People from Putney