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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Banjiman Date: 05 Sep 07 - 04:57 AM We will also not make the funeral on Friday. Wendy will dedicate the "The Visitor" to him at her gig on Saturday night, which seems fitting given it's subject matter. We will also be donating to RNLI. We didn't know him well but he did touch our lives and make a difference. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Dave Earl Date: 05 Sep 07 - 04:59 AM Geoff, Thanks for the offer. PM sent (twice cos I'm stoopid) Dave |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Mary Humphreys Date: 05 Sep 07 - 05:07 AM I am sorry that Anahata and I won't be able to get to the funeral or wake. Sing a song on our behalf please - something loud and happy! Colin was one of the best stewards we have ever had the privilege of meeting at a festival - nothing was ever too much trouble and he was unfailingly cheerful, helpful and full of enthusiasm. Our sincere condolences to all his family. I hope it is some consolation to know how much he was loved and respected by the whole folk community. And, thanks to Theresa for putting the information about donating over the phone to the RNLI. Ours has gone in today. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: MBSLynne Date: 05 Sep 07 - 05:37 AM I can't make it either as my aged parents are arriving from Australia tomorrow for an all too brief stay. I will go to my quiet place in the garden at the right time and send my thoughts to you all and to Col. I hate crematoria funerals anyway, but I would have liked to sing him on his way. There's something very healing about a large crowd of folkie friends belting out a big chorus in someone's memory. The photo link on the other thread of Col and duckling is so beautiful, I will hold that in my mind as I do my little solitary ritual. I think from now on, Father Christmas will have ColK's face for me..... Love Lynne |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,SaltburnFF Date: 05 Sep 07 - 05:51 AM We were so sorry to hear of Colin's passing. Saltburn Folk Festival will not be the same without him. He was one of those very special people who is everybody's friend: problems simply dissappeared when he was around to be replaced with smiles. We will remember Colin and be proud to say "We knew Colin Kemp." Paul & John |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: JennyO Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:59 AM I think from now on, Father Christmas will have ColK's face for me..... Lynne, the first time I took part in Secret Santa, in 2003, it was Col's face for me. He was my Secret Santa. And a fine and generous one he was, too. You're right, that is a beautiful photo. I'm just sorry I never got to meet him. Of course, I can't make it to the funeral either, being in Oz, but I will stop and think about him at the appropriate time. What a great loss for us! And a bit of a wake up call for me too, considering I am 3 years older than him, and don't take as much care of my health as I should. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Titch@Leeds Date: 05 Sep 07 - 07:19 AM I will be there. I shall be taking the car into Leeds to work, and will be planning on leaving city centre at 11am (ish), so if anyone would like a ride to Skipton, please call. As part of my contribution to Colin, I am opening up my place for people who are coming a long way. There are a couple of beds for those who have bad backs, but it will mainly be floor space, but there is plenty of that. The thing is, I have to know you first! Marie |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: kendall Date: 05 Sep 07 - 07:20 AM Skipy, and Guest guest, that was just how I see death, and I couldn't have said it better myself. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: vectis Date: 05 Sep 07 - 07:58 AM Sadly, I won't make it either but I will dedicate a good chorussy song to him at Seaford's opening night on Friday. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,Mick Forsyth (Copper Kettle) Date: 05 Sep 07 - 09:17 AM I'll be there |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: muppitz Date: 05 Sep 07 - 09:25 AM Sadly I, like George, am ashamed to say that the day job will keep me away but I will be donating to the RNLI, I'm sure it's something Colin would have been proud to put his name to. muppitz x |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,GUEST Mike'nHilary Date: 05 Sep 07 - 09:42 AM We'll be there at the crem and we've got three spare seats for the trip to the "do". Anyone welcome to them, it's a big blue Fiat Doblo, first come first served ! |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Schantieman Date: 05 Sep 07 - 10:53 AM I'd like to be there - but again, I won't get time off work to go. I could make it to Nelson by about 6 if it'll be going on all evening. And then I could take people back to stations and things, if that's any use. Steve |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Noreen Date: 05 Sep 07 - 11:08 AM I have just been told that I CAN be spared on Friday, so I will be there with all you lovely people. I will have three seats spare if anyone needs them, and will sing on behalf of those who can't be there. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: MMario Date: 05 Sep 07 - 11:14 AM I opened the other thread the other lnight - and the world became a little colder, the lights a little dimmer. What a loss! My thoughts will be with you all friday even though I'm across the pond. MMario |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,RichardMReid Date: 05 Sep 07 - 12:07 PM Walking back to my room in Tokyo, the wind blowing and the rain masking my sadness, there is a typhoon coming but somehow I'm not scared, in my mind's eye I can still picture Colin, the big friendly shantyman who had time and a caring word for everyone, even a brash young Muldoon. My life is enriched to have known him and my thoughts will be with all his family and friends as from across the oceans I join in the final sing off. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: treaties1 Date: 05 Sep 07 - 12:33 PM Wow!! what a great response so far. Thank you all, especially the help with blue clickys and the insertation of late news. There is no finishing time for the Big Sing so late arrivals needn't worry.but should it peter out early the club is in walking distance of Eileen and Maurice's where a "gentle wake" might continue. We are hoping to create a Friendship type Photo Album for Col's Mum so if you have a great photo print of Colin with other folkies, it would be great if you'd bring them along annotated on the back with details of who, what, when, and where. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Jock O' Dreams Date: 05 Sep 07 - 12:44 PM I shall be driving up from Portsmouth early Friday morning so hope to make the service, roads permiting! The Big Yin deserves a good send off! Jim McAdams |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Big Mick Date: 05 Sep 07 - 12:56 PM I won't be able to make the trip across the pond, but it is not from lack of desire that this is so. Col, judging from these posts, was one of those giants that occasionally tread the path, touching all that come within the sacred circle of his presence, and leaves them feeling the warmth that only great hearts possess. Were I able to be there, I would certainly sing a song that ere I have only sung once publicly, at the funeral of my best friend. And that would be Dave Carter's "When I Go", which I became aware of from Jeri. It is a stunning lyic, and I would have been honored to sing it for all of you on behalf of this gentle giant of a friend. I commend to all of you, as you ponder, in this time of sorrow, the frailties of this life, the last verse of this wonderful song:
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: MBSLynne Date: 05 Sep 07 - 01:09 PM There have been some beautiful songs and poems quoted on this thread..perhaps they could be put between the photos in the album for Colin's mother? Love Lynne |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: squirrelnutkin Date: 05 Sep 07 - 01:20 PM I'll be there too, for anyone trying to keep track of numbers. Not sure yet if by train or car, but may also be on scrounge for a lift. If am on train, will also be one arriving at Skipton just after 12, so guess there'll be a few people there. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Zany Mouse Date: 05 Sep 07 - 01:23 PM Thanks a great idea, MBS Lynne. If there are no takers I would be willing to make up a scrapbook but I would some input from other catters. Rhiannon |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Champagne Carol Date: 05 Sep 07 - 02:51 PM Cllr and I will be there - we are staying at the Woolly Sheep in Skipton on Thursday night (although we probably won't arrive until after 8pm). If anyone needs a lift from the Crem we will have 2 seats spare in the car although we are staying in Nelson on Friday night. See you all there. Sniff. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Peter K Date: 05 Sep 07 - 03:00 PM Might be an idea if people drop by skipton station on spec rather than arranging things in advance. I am not sure when I will be arriving, I guess the 10:52 but don't really know. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Joules Date: 05 Sep 07 - 03:27 PM I hope to be there on Friday, but can't say for definite. Really need to be there just so that it becomes more of a reality and less like a bad dream. Does anyone know of a place to stay Friday night close by as I really don't think that I will feel like driving back ? Joules |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: neardura Date: 05 Sep 07 - 03:31 PM We will all miss Colin (what a wonderful guy). Sorry I can't make the funeral. I will be thinking of him at 1pm on Friday. I will send a donation to the RNLI in his name. Neardura |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: magician Date: 05 Sep 07 - 04:42 PM i will be there. daffydd |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Tig Date: 05 Sep 07 - 05:21 PM The Badger, Firecat and I will be there. Thanks to Eileen, Treaties and Maurice for helping his mum sort out things. Hugs Tig xxx |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,Old girl Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:04 PM Colin was a great person once seen never forgoten, We will never forget him, Just sorry we can not be there to say our goodbyes, Rose & Dave |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Menolly Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:26 PM I will be coming and my son(Hatter)Martyn will be coming with me. Possibly also Ian MacFlute Gillian |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,maurice and eileen Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:36 PM got the address of a caravan park ib salterforth half way between crem and funeral directors.lower greenhill caravan park salterforth barnoldswick 01282 813067 £10 per night presume per person didnt get postcode coz brain not working.got floor space at for ones who need abreak before traveling home glad of the company we live in nelson |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,Guest Ian T Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:37 PM Sorry but cannot get to the funeral. Just found out the arrangements and I cannot get away from work commitments. It is good that so many can get there. Sing well, Colin deserved it. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Snuffy Date: 05 Sep 07 - 06:56 PM The postcode for Lower Greenhill Caravan Park is BB18 5TG, according to Pendle.net, which also has hotels, B&B and other accommodation. More details and a few reviews here |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: My guru always said Date: 06 Sep 07 - 04:10 AM Though I wish I could be at Col's funeral to say my Goodbyes, as for many others my day job has got in the way. I'll be able to get home for 1pm, so I'll spend some quiet time with Richard while the service is on. We'll also try to get along to a Sing or Club during the evening to sing in Col's memory, and will certainly be making a donation to the RNLI. While looking for a card to send to Col's Mum yesterday, one almost jumped out of the rack and will be posted today. It simply says: A life that touched so many will never be forgotten. Many thoughts are with you today Wishing safe journey to all travelling to Col's Leave-taking and thanks are due to all who are helping to make it possible for so many of Col's friends to join together for this day, either with arrangements, lifts, floor space, information or blue clickies. Noreen: many thanks for putting up those photos, my copies are still on the matrimonial PC so I haven't seen them for some years, a lovely memory! |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: mouldy Date: 06 Sep 07 - 07:20 AM I won't be able to get, but I will be there in spirit, and saying a prayer. Sing him proud! Andrea |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,Noreen Date: 06 Sep 07 - 07:46 AM Can't you just imagine the look on Colin's face if he's listening in to all this up on his cloud? Smile from ear to ear :0) |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Titch@Leeds Date: 06 Sep 07 - 08:23 AM Just posting this again for info I will also be there. I shall be taking the car into Leeds to work, and will be planning on leaving city centre at 11am (ish), so if anyone would like a ride to Skipton, please call. As part of my contribution to Colin, I am opening up my place for people who are coming a long way. There are a couple of beds for those who have bad backs, but it will mainly be floor space, but there is plenty of that. The thing is, I have to know you first! Marie |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Splott Man Date: 06 Sep 07 - 08:31 AM Apologies from me and her Dameship. We'll be thinking of you all and of Col tomorrow. Splott man |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,bavis Date: 06 Sep 07 - 09:24 AM Wanted to come but also have clients I can't let down. Sent a card and donated. Sing for me please. Sarer |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Scooby Doo Date: 06 Sep 07 - 10:32 AM A very special friend of mine is in myheart all of the time to see you with a happy smile makes my life all more worthwhile. Warm and caring your feelings true, I feel so lucky Colin That i knew you. R.I.P Colin Yasmin alias Scooby. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Tig Date: 06 Sep 07 - 10:41 AM Message from Eileen, Anybody wanting to stay overnight at the campsite mentioned on this thread, can get a reduced rate of £3.50 per person on the camping field or there will be some floor spaces if you bring a sleeping bag. Tig. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: cosmic kate folkie Date: 06 Sep 07 - 10:56 AM colin i met and new from chippenham festival and warwick festival colin actually asked me to work as a steward at warwick this year and i did i cant believe hes gone but at least hes at peace now hes was a great person and will be sorely missed hes up there singing in the sky now kate |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Ruth Archer Date: 06 Sep 07 - 12:05 PM Send him off well, you lot. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Scooby Doo Date: 06 Sep 07 - 12:34 PM I spoke to Margery today and she is overwelmeb with all the cards and regards she is getting. Scooby. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,rock chick Date: 06 Sep 07 - 01:33 PM Cannot be there in person as with clients i cant let down at this late stage, but I will be there in thoughts. Shelagh |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Mrs.Duck Date: 06 Sep 07 - 02:04 PM My head today said 'who cares about rules you need to be ther' and then hugged me. Thank goodness for understanding bosses. I still have to work until 11.30 but should just make it to the crem on time. See you all there. There are sorrows enough for the whole worlds end There are no guarentees but the grave But the lives that we live and the times we have spent Are a treasure too precious to save |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: GUEST,maurice&eileen Date: 06 Sep 07 - 02:06 PM latest news. anyone who wants to stay at ours overnight if you have animal allergies bring your antihistamine!!dogs and cats in house. we can have a snoring competion in memory of col safe journey to all elmo |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Bill t' bodger Date: 06 Sep 07 - 03:27 PM I shall be with you Col and say goodbye properly tomorrow I miss you mate Bill |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: treaties1 Date: 06 Sep 07 - 04:02 PM For all those not coming we will be singing "Whats the life of a man any more than a leaf" "Amazing Grace" "The Farewell Shanty) and Wild Mountain Tyme/Braes of Balquidder" Some of Colins own words posted on Mudcat are included in the booklet, thankyou whoever put them on, and also Nutty, your very apt sentiments have been included as the the final entry, Thankyou for the thoughts expressed. Thanks again to everybody it is going to be an absolutely terrific send off Theresa, Eilleen and Maurice. |
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Subject: RE: Obit: Funeral Arrangements for Col K. R.I.P From: Tig Date: 06 Sep 07 - 04:53 PM I get the 100! His mum is really overwhelmed with all the cards and good wishes. She was insistant tonight that I should thank you all on her behalf as she is unable to do it herself. She's holding up well. Hugs Tig xxxxx |
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