Black aka Colin Vearncombe - Book of Celebration

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.

John Murdoch from Glasgow wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:45 pm

True Quality Craftmanship Never Dies.U were a QUALITY Craftsman & your musical legacy will live with me forever. Sincerely wish I could shake your hand but I will continue to hear your voice...Now You're Gone. You are Magnificent ! John xxx

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Frank Mensing from Edertal wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:45 pm

DANKE für viele wunderschöne Musik, die ein Teil meiner Jugend war ... R.I.P. ... "Black" :'-(

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Elena from Madrid wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:45 pm

Un trocito de mi niñez se ha ido contigo. Descansa.

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Katerina from Nymburk wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:44 pm

Thank you for your wonderful music. It was always here to cheer me in difficult times. May your soul rest in peace. Deepest condolence to your family and friends.

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Colin Francis from London wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:43 pm

Today we celebrate your life and your gift of music to the world.I thank you Colin Vearncombe,R.I.P bless X.

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Roy Kelleher from Cork wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:43 pm

Goodbye Colin, thanks for the music and the memories I associate with it. Ibiza 87 was indeed A Wonderful Life. Slan abhaile a chara.

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Yuliy from Moscow wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:43 pm

Спасибо, Колин за твою музыку, за твою жизнь, Чудесную жизнь.

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Francisco Barbosa from Fortaleza/CE - Brazil wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:42 pm

In Portuguese (Brazil): Eu sempre fechei os olhos e ouvi essa canção com toda a sensibilidade de minha alma.. Descanse em Paz!!! Beautiful voice! Beautiful song!! Forever in my soul, forever in my heart, forever in my life.. Amem.

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Jan kemp from Liverpool wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:42 pm

Thank you Colin for your letting me be part of something beautiful , sleep in peace x

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Bandi from Budapest wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:42 pm

Rest in peace, bro!

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Marcus wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:42 pm

You were a part of the soundtrack of my youth...Rest in Peace Colin

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Sehanine from Hamburg, Germany wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:41 pm

You'll life forever in your great musik. Rest in peace....

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Jayne James from St helens wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:41 pm

Great guy, great music. Such a tragic loss. Much love xxx

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Simon from Knaresborough wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:40 pm

Thank You is all i need to say

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Melanie Hall from Cheltenham wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:40 pm

Thank you for your music...... Thank you for wonderful life.

So much love sent to your lovely family and darling children.... May they take comfort in all the messages supporting them

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NESRINE from ALGERIA wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:39 pm

NESRINE LINA

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Ian from Anderson wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:37 pm

I loved the 'Wonderful Life' album in my teens but was equally impressed with 'Blind Faith'. His music was truly a gift to us and long may it live on. Thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

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Milly from Shropshire wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:36 pm

Still saddened and shocked by Colin's passing. I remember first seeing the Wonderful Life video and knowing I had to find out more. I passed my love of Black to my daughter, and we now share our sorrow and sadness and will never forget him. So sorry I never got to see him live, maybe on the other side I'll be lucky. Sincere condolences to all his family and friends. Rest In Peace Colin xx

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Pablo Rubio from Santiago,Chile wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:36 pm

Thanks you for your wonderful music.
God enlighten your family

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Graham Hardy from Amsterdam wrote on 19th February 2016 at 12:35 pm

Many people owe you a debt of gratitude for the wonderful moments of music you had provided, sadly this debt can never be repaid but be sure that your memory will be kept alive through your music. R.IP Colin and strength yo your family during these challenging times

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