Coxswain Mechanic Michael Storey of Girvan. Although a relative newcomer to Girvan lifeboat station, Michael Storey is an old hand when it comes to lifeboat services. He joined Humber crew in 1977, serving, with a short break, until 1982. Michael was among the crew in 1978 who went to the aid of the motor vessel Revi when the coxswain, Brian Bevan, was awarded a gold medal; along with the other members of the crew Michael was awarded a bronze medal for his part in the rescue. He was also awarded a vellum service certificate in 1978 for a service to the coaster Diana V in December of that year. Viewers of the BBC documentary series on the Humber station may remember Michael Storey taking part. He became coxswain of Girvan lifeboat in 1982, after transferring from Humber, during which time the lifeboat has launched on service 25 times, saving 10 lives. During what little spare time he has, Michael likes to take part in raft races and dinghy marathons..