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.
Couple years ago spoke to colin on his site and told him all the years in Australia whenever i listened to him it reminded me of home (liverpool ) he replied and made me realise this guy is so genuine and i thank him for that.
Rest in peace mate
Tony
Rest in peace mate
Tony
No one has reached me heart and soul like you have with your music, dear Colin. Thank you xx
We shall always remember with great love and fondness the music of this sublime person; as well as his kindness. RIP Colin
This is a wonderful world. So sorry you left too soon. Your tunes remain immortal, they are a part of my curriculum vitae. Thank you.
Thank you Colin for all the music you have given us. You left far too soon but your legacy will live on. It was a total privilege to attend the Memorial Service and say goodbye. Sincere condolences to all the family.
you truly were an exceptional guy with a tremendous voice
A great artist that touched the emotions and created inspiration with his music. Deeply sad at his untimely departure just as he was getting into his stride.
Thank you to him sharing his creativity.
Thank you to him sharing his creativity.
Gracias por todo tu arte, Colin. Permanecerás por siempre en nuestros corazones, hermoso ángel.
Your beautiful song Wonderful Life played at my sister's wedding and I loved it, to this day. Thank you for your beautiful music. Gone way too soon...my heartfelt condolences to your family. RIP Black. Thank you.
It was a real honour to take part in the celebration of Colin 's life at The Anglican Cathedral. I was amazed by the poise and strength of Colin's dad ( What a wonderful speech) and of Camilla and Max to sing so beautifully. The whole ceremony was a fitting tribute to Colin. Steve, Yoko and Kerry really did Colin proud.
What a gorgeous family Colin had. The love and bond was so clear and strong there last night. Max, Marius and Milan were so brave.
It was amazing to see old friends and reminisce and a lesson to keep in touch.
I want to send lots of love and light to all the family and Thank you to Colin for amazing music and an incredible experience and journey as a very young singer. It really was a blast.
Love Sara Jones aka Lamarra ( The Creamy Whirls)
What a gorgeous family Colin had. The love and bond was so clear and strong there last night. Max, Marius and Milan were so brave.
It was amazing to see old friends and reminisce and a lesson to keep in touch.
I want to send lots of love and light to all the family and Thank you to Colin for amazing music and an incredible experience and journey as a very young singer. It really was a blast.
Love Sara Jones aka Lamarra ( The Creamy Whirls)
You and your music will not be forgotten Colin. To the best now among the stars. Condolences to your family. xxx
So many great nights out seeing him play and I will really miss his warm heart and velvet voice.
Dear Colin (wherever you are now), you left me sad, but happy to be able to listen to your wonderful albums whenever I want. So my very last words for you are: Thank you for the music.
Gracias por haber puesto tan bella banda sonora a las mejores experiencias de mi vida. DEP.
Bless you Colin your music will live on forever you were an inspiration to me from the first time I heard sweetest smile all those years ago . It Was good to have had the opportunity to meet up and chat with you after your gig in Bromsgrove in 2014 and 2015. Such a wonderfully genuine man. God bless and take care of you . Paul
Gracias Colín por haberme enseñado amar a alguien sin conocerle. Ame tu musica desde el primer día que escuche WONDEFUL LIFE igual que tu era yo muy joven. Aquí en Colombiano paresiera que solo a mi me dolió tu partida. No logro aceptarla y mas cuando miro tus ultimos videos. Te veias feliz. Siempre me inspiraste gran ternura. Gracias por tu legado musical. Y tu Camilla que afortunada fuiste. Siento gran pena por ti y tus hijos debe sentirse un gran vacio. Solo se que al mirar el cielo estrellado estoy segura que una de esas estrellas eres tu. Gracias de nuevo
Siento tanto tu pérdida como alguien cercano a mí. No te conocí, pero desde mi adolescencia has estado presente en mi vida. Tengo la gran pena de pensar que se ha perdido una gran persona, aunque siempre estarás en el corazón y mente de los que te quieren y aman tu música, tu voz, tu persona. Mil besos y mi más sentido pésame a tu familia en esta gran perdida. Forever COLIN
I remember 1986 as a young 21 year old lad leaving Scotland for Kent. Tuned into mtv and a group came on called black. So from 1986 I have always had a connection to black..
Very saddened to hear of calling passing away. Rip big guy. You made me a happy man with your words and music.
It is a wonderful life and you helped
Alex
Very saddened to hear of calling passing away. Rip big guy. You made me a happy man with your words and music.
It is a wonderful life and you helped
Alex
Seen black live in Folkestone1988,brilliant. Will be missed xx
Thank you to the amazing Vearncombe family and friends for allowing us all to share in their heartfelt memorial service for Colin. A truly wonderful evening and fitting tribute. Ian