We’re aware that some people couldn’t make it to the memorial service in Liverpool. We set up this online book of celebration to give anyone a chance to share their memories of Colin and his music, along with any messages for the family.
We have now closed the Book of Celebration to new entries but all previous entries remain below to view.
589 entries.
It’s really hard to put my feelings into just a couple of words… I’ve been a fan of your music since 1987 and your outstanding voice as well as the words of your songs accompanied me through all these years, cheering me up, making me cry, and making me smile. When I finally met you end of last year I got to know such an intelligent, warm-hearted, and passionate person. Thank you for this wonderful evening in Munich and thank you for all the great moments your music brought into my life. You’ll always be in my memory!
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I'd just like to acknowledge the talents of a man who's music spoke to me on many levels...made me laugh, made me cry, comforted me and provoked thought and reflection. Love and best wishes to Colin, his family and friends during this difficult time. RIP to a true poet and philosopher xxxx
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Thank you Colin, thank you Black, for great songs. My childhood was marked with songs "Wonderful life" and "Everything is coming up roses". I am glad because of that. Thank you for everything. I hope your family will be strong enought to overcome these difficult days. Rest in peace.
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Rest in Peace, sweet soul. You live on through your music and your loved ones. Thank you for your life. May your friends and family find peace in this difficult time.
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Colin, I never met you but saw you once live in Bristol, one of those intimate gigs which showcased the beauty of your voice and your songs. I'm trying so hard to have happy thoughts today, to celebrate what you gave us all over the years, but right now there are just tears because you're not with us anymore. I can't be there tonight, but I'm there with all your family, friends and fans in my heart. Thank you for everything. Cheers
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Dear Colin
I remember when I first 'found' you in my local record shop on a cold, breezy Saturday morning. I bought you song 'Wonderful life' without even listening to it. I took it home and my life changed. The following weekend I wrote to you - and a week later you wrote back.
I was thrilled! Buying that record on impulse was one of the best choices I ever made.
I even joked to my friends that you were my penpal - you called me your number one fan!
Then you became an 'agony aunt' to other teenagers who were writing to you.
Such was your selflessness.
A true gentleman and a legend has died and the world is a sadder place. However I shall listen to your cd tonight and remind myself why your music came into my life.
XJuliaX
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I remember when I first 'found' you in my local record shop on a cold, breezy Saturday morning. I bought you song 'Wonderful life' without even listening to it. I took it home and my life changed. The following weekend I wrote to you - and a week later you wrote back.
I was thrilled! Buying that record on impulse was one of the best choices I ever made.
I even joked to my friends that you were my penpal - you called me your number one fan!
Then you became an 'agony aunt' to other teenagers who were writing to you.
Such was your selflessness.
A true gentleman and a legend has died and the world is a sadder place. However I shall listen to your cd tonight and remind myself why your music came into my life.
XJuliaX
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Goodbye,Colin.Always a friend in music and a true gentleman in all aspects of life.
You will be missed,sir.
Respects to your family and loved ones at this sad time.
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You will be missed,sir.
Respects to your family and loved ones at this sad time.
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Sill can't believe you are no longer with us Colin. My No1 artist since 1987 owning every release with most of them being kindly signed by you. I can't still believe that I will never hear new material or see you perform live again. Thank you for your wonderful music that will stand the test of time. My condoloncies to your family at this difficult time.
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R.I.P Colin. Thoughts are with your family and friends.Thankyou for the music xx
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Thanks for everything! Your music will play on forever!
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Total shock you were the song book to my youth, I used to think you were singing coming up roses to me as u always smiled at me ha ha, awww just sad, big loss, big voice, rest with Bowie and other legends xxxx
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A life lived. A life loved. A wonderful life with a beautiful legacy of words melodies and memories.
Thank you Colin. You did so much more than just make memories. You brought joy and comfort, hope and solace to so many through your music.
Rest In Peace.
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Thank you Colin. You did so much more than just make memories. You brought joy and comfort, hope and solace to so many through your music.
Rest In Peace.
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You are singing with the other Angels, may you rest in peace Colin, tragic loss to the music world and may your family find strength to go on without you,RIP ❤️
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Such a sad loss. Thank you for your wonderful music. You are gone too soon from the world but never forgotten and your music will always have a big place in my heart. RIP lovely man x
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So sorry, goodbye Colin...
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Thank you for poetry, the dreams, for their musicianship, for making us the most beloved and lovers, more sensitive !!
Why make my life wonderful, thank Colin !!!!
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Why make my life wonderful, thank Colin !!!!
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Your voice was the sound of my teenage years.
So many happy memories to share. Thank you for your music.
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So many happy memories to share. Thank you for your music.
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Dear Mr Vearncombe, Colin, It is hard to find words to someone I never knew in person, only through music. This is a goodbye to someone who is not completly gone. Your timeless, beautiful music stays here with us forever.Now on you are having a heavenly crowd around your heavenly stage. Good Bye Mr Vearncombe.
Mrs Coletti
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Mrs Coletti
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Your music has left me with some wonderful memories....may you continue to make sweet music up in heaven RIP
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A legend! Thank you for the music x RIP
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