ColintheSonandBrother

Colin’sDad

Colin I love and miss you and I cannot believe you are gone. I remember all those times we spent together in England, running up and down and having fun. Those were some good times. Memories I will cherish forever. I appreciate all those times you have helped me and the times you came to visit Jamaica. The people here in the community miss you and were saddened by the news of your passing, because you were always cheerful and kind, especially to the children in the community. I still cannot believe you are not here to celebrate life with us. But God knows best and I pray he will give us the strength to carry on without you. Sleep in peace my son until we meet again.

Colin’sBrother-Taddy

I am blessed to have such a wonderful brother such as Colin Thomas. Colin and I grew up in separate countries, yet we were very close to each other. We always kept in touch with each other on the phone and whenever he visited Jamaica. Colin and I would inform each other of family matters, there was never one visit from England that my brother and I didn't see each other. My brother Colin knows the value of family and so he put his family first, making sure that all family matters and affairs were taken care of. My brother Colin was a wonderful, loving and caring father, he was also a loving and caring son to his father who he visited in Jamaica to oversee and take care of his business. Colin always said that I love to pop style on him. He loved his jerk chicken with a cold red stripe beer. Colin was full of humour, vibes and drama and loved his beaches and fried fish in Jamaica. He also used to say that dad could drink for two days and not get drunk. He also said that because we were both born in the same month , we got along so well with each other. Gone too soon my brother, I will miss my brother’s calls and I will simply miss seeing him on his visit to Jamaica. Now that my brother has left us here on earth, I will say farewell my brother Colin, take your rest and sleep in peace.

Colin’sBrothers-Danny&Norris

Whenever we think of our brother, we smile. Colin was a warm and loving person and was a good friend to so many. He could be counted on and depended on always. He lived his life to the fullest and touched so many people during his time; he was such an inspiration. Colin was happiest when he was surrounded by his family and friends, and he loved his son Freddie dearly. It’s hard to image life without him. You will always be in our hearts, may your soul rest in eternal peace.

CousinCynthia

I close my eyes and wonder if I’m dreaming. I hope I am, then I realise that I’m not and you have really gone. My cousin Colin, more like a brother than a cousin. Your fortnightly visits to see your beautiful boy Freddie in Sheffield will occur no more. On Saturdays I would cook the dinner and you would bring the pudding - always apple pie and ice cream. Since our parents reconnected in the early 80s we have never been apart. I even came to live with you all in White City for a while when I got a job in London. I cannot comprehend that I will never go on holiday with you to Jamaica again. No more going up to country to visit your dad and my parents’ birthplace and family. You have left a void in my heart that will never, ever be filled. The world will be a darker place for me now that you’ve gone. You once helped me get out of a deep, dark hole and reprimanded me for not asking for your help earlier. I can’t believe that I couldn't have helped you in the same way. Our talks in the middle of the night during those last few weeks, even when you asked me to pray for you, never prepared me for this. I am not an angry person but I am angry that life became so difficult that you felt you had to leave us. I remember the things you told me up to your untimely death and you can rest assured the God that I believe in is not sleeping and sees and hears everything. We might not know everything, but everything will be revealed in time. Rest in peace my dear brother/cousin. I am so sorry your journey has ended so tragically. I love and miss you, and although you have gone from my home, you will always, always remain in my heart.

CousinGodfrey

Colin, where do we begin? It seems surreal that you are no longer here and that we won't be able to link up like we have, over the last 30 years. You have been a fabulous role model, confidant, cousin, and an exceptional father. I pray that you are at peace now and you will never be forgotten. RIEP Goff, Andrea, Louis, Jody and Reece.

CousinNoel

Where do l start? I can’t believe l won’t ever see that big paid for smile that we both went to Budapest, for it only seems like yesterday. I’ll never forget all the regular phone calls on your way in to work, every suggestion, or bit of advice you gave me if l wasn’t sure about something. You were someone l could rely on to just tell it as it was. You were one of the most down to earth people l have ever met. We had so much fun on holiday, l can’t even begin to tell you what a great time we had and now you’re gone s left a great big hole in my heart. l’m sorry we didn’t get to say our goodbyes, but l really do hope you’re at peace now. We will all really miss you. Love always, Noel and family x

CousinSonia

To my darling cousin Colin, I can’t believe this is even real and I’m having to pen these words. You are more like a brother than a cousin to me. I loved our Friday and Saturday evenings when you used to come up to see Freddie and stay at my house for the weekend. You always used to text or ring and let me know you were cooking curry chicken and rice, or your infamous corned beef and rice and that you would leave some for me if I was out singing with the choir. We would sometimes sit and watch a movie and share a glass of red wine together, or you would tell me about your work week. You selflessly stopped coming to stay at mine over the weekend because of Covid as you knew I was high risk, but you still always kept in touch and let us know you were up for the weekend even though we couldn’t see you. But once the ban was lifted you used to come round to mine or Cynthia’s again on the weekends that you were up. Will miss you like crazy cuz, but I hope you are able to find the peace you so deserve. Love you always, forever in my heart, Sonia x

CousinValda

Charming - always pleasant, likable, lovable and sociable. Obliging – always willing to lend a hand.

Light-hearted – always cheerful with a ready smile. Inspiring – always mentoring and encouraging so many people to believe in themselves and to try to do well.

Neat – always tidy and smartly dressed.

For all those who truly knew him, the words we see above, only go some way to describing the man we grew to love. He was here with us, but now he is gone, but we can honour him by letting memories of him live on.

CousinKieran

I have known Uncle Colin all my life. When I was younger he used to take me on trips out and to the cinema with Fredrick. He gave me the opportunity to come and learn fibrous plastering in London, as well as giving me a home for 2 years. I will be forever grateful for the life that came from it. He will be forever missed.

NephewRandellOmarThomas

My dear uncle Colin, thank you for those phone calls when I needed business advice. Thank you for sharing your philosophy on business and on life. Thank you for the beers and the BBQs. Thank you for my cuzzy Freddie, he will make you proud. I know we promised to catch up soon but we weren't able to in this life, but I hope we do in the next life. I know you went to bed after 9pm because you were dedicated to your work. I hope one day to emulate some of your class and examples, so until the trumpet sounds goodnight, goodnight, sleep tight, sleep tight.