Colin you were a lovely man with a great sense of humour. Always cool and counted on in a crisis. You and Foo made a great duo and gave many people pleasure with your entertainment. I hope the two of you are together now. RIP never forgotton

Sorry to hear this sad news … Colin was always happy singing made his audience always fill with laughter ;very witty and always a pleasure to watch him sing for many years RIP Colin , you and your family are in my thoughts …….

So many memories, we have laughed and cried together. We worked together at Barnsley Hall , I started in 1974 I think Colin was a 3rd yr student. I remember him for his kindness and forever taking the ‘piss’ out of me, we became friends that lasted for over 40yrs, Colin will always have a place in my heart rest in peace my friend till we meet again xxx

Taught me my first few guitar chords and made me laugh - a lot. Thanks Uncle Col xx

Gave me a Honda 50 MOT failure that was destined for the Scrapyard when I was around 14 years old. I had great fun thrashing it to destruction on the local waste ground. Thanks for the wonderful memory. RIP Uncle Col. Phil

Had some great years playing with Colin (Milton) in Bromsgrove’s famous Pointed Sticks. We did some superb gigs over the years and created a brilliant following. Thanks for the years I knew you Colin God Bless ya old mate

Magandang Umaga ❤️ Salamat ❤️ As he know how to speak few Filipino words. Thank you Colin for being kind and nice client. I will never forget your smile, and your voice singing while I’m your place. Will definitely miss you. Fly high. 🙏

A Man love singing and playing Guitar. It was a heartbreaking news when I found out that He passed away the day i came back from my Holiday in the Philippines. He is one of the best Client I’ve ever had. Thank you for being part of my morning and evening routine for the past 3 years in my work. Colin will mis you and I will never forget you. Your Carer ❤️ Regina

Colin, great friend and worked with my mother, sister Gillian Price, she loved working with Colin, never a dull moment,so much fun.So sad .Colin will miss you,love Louise xxx

Colin was such full of laughter and happiness, great memories working with him at Barnsley Hall , also the social club . Often spoke to Colin in N.Z as I was working in Perth Australia. Talked in details about work , UK and memories of Bromsgrove including my parents. Surely be missed .RIP Colin. Jay Seetapah Friend Perth Western Australian 10th February 2023.

Colin and I started training together at Barnsley Hall Hospital, in the early seventies., He was a good and loyal friend, to both me and Julie, our families were quite close, when the children were young and we managed to stay in touch, despite the distance involved. We were saddened to hear of his long illness and recent death. We mourn his loss, rest in peace now Colin. A great friend, a damn good nurse and so much fun!

I first met Colin in 1976, when I was a spotty faced 18 year old Student Nurse at Barnsley Hall Hospital. Colin worked as a Deputy Charge Nurse in O ward. Colin had an easy going nature, and had developed a friendly rapport with the patients. This helped to lighten the often gloomy and hostile environment of the ward. Whenever Colin was on duty, at some point in the shift, music and singing would inevitably start to reverberate around those cold concrete walls. Colin was a genuine guy, with no pretences. He had a razor sharp wit, and could uncannily mimic the voices and actions of others. Without being cruel or malicious, he could “put someone in their place” by imitating them and exaggerating their shortcomings. - He also knew how to bring out the best in people. Like many other young people of that generation, I wasn’t sure of where I was headed nor what I wanted out of life. Colin provided me with a sense of security, and I always felt that he looked out for me, and encouraged me to “find my place” at work and in life. I watched as he formed The Big Nose Band, which put his Rock N Roll train in motion. I sat dumbstruck in a Black Country pub as Robert Plant joined us for a beer, cracking up at Colin's jokes. On many occasions over the years, I have had reason to be thankful for Colin’s friendship. In life, I’ve made some bad decisions and done some dumb things, so in particular, I’ve appreciated the fact that he never sat in judgement on me, and was always positive and encouraging. We kept in touch, and caught up when we could. I was last able to visit him in 2021. I know that Colin was very proud of the achievements that both Lewis and Lian have made. He was also grateful for the friendship and assistance that Chris and Mila provided, during those painful last years. Colin was my friend, and a lifelong source of inspiration to me. - I miss him. My love and condolences go out to all who knew and loved Colin. " Ka aroha hoki." - Ian

Great friend and band mate, wonderful frontman in The Pointed Styx. An inspiration to me in many ways. I try and be like him on stage every weekend. Thanks Colin x rest easy mate x

One incredible frontman and entertainer..The pointed styx and Milton Keenz were his genius. Thanks for so many precious memories colin,and for being a great friend. John M.

How very sad to hear the news, Colin you were such a funny and kind man who we were so privileged to know . you became part of our unrelated family when you and Foo played together after working at Barnsley Hall . We had many happy hours watching you play together as double take ! And you brought so much fun and laughter to our lives. Thank you for everything you did to support Lindsey and Richard when we lost Foo to soon , you have always remained good friends and and that friendship is precious. Sending love and hugs to all your family RIP you lovely man 💔 we will never forget you xx

Colin. Dear friend. I first met you in 1976 and I can honestly say that you were present at many important times in my life. A great friend to Foo. You kept his guitar safe, and well played, for almost 40 years. I have so many memories of you two rehearsing together in our kitchen; there was much laughter and mickey taking. When he became unwell, you were there for him. You helped me look after him at the hospital. You helped me organise his funeral. You continued to visit offering support and wise words to me, and a friendly male presence to Richard. . I laugh out loud when I think of the phone call you made to me from New Zealand. We talked all night, for almost 6 hours, as you extolled the virtues of the country. ‘Come and live here you said. It’s beautiful’. It really was. It was only some time later that you told me that when you phoned, you had thought you were ringing my home phone; it was my mobile! The bill was huge, though you never would tell me how much. I appreciate the times we spent together over coffee. I appreciate the time you spent with Joe talking about music and encouraging you with his guitar playing. I know that you were in touch with Richard in recent times and that contact meant the world to him. Wherever you are, I am sure that you’re with Foo, playing music to all of your loved ones that have gone before. I will always think of you with love, and you will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest peacefully.

Such a great outrageously funny friend whose death will leave a hole in my heart. As much as he struggled toward the end he never lost that wicked sense of humour. One of the last times I saw him in hospital the nurse at reception told me he'd tried to leave the night before and they had to firmly persuade him to go back to the ward. I made my way to his bed where a young Doctor was examining him. She finished her examination and left without saying goodbye, Colin shouted "And where do you think you're going" she was indignant and said "I beg your pardon". He gave her his big wicked smile and said "Well that's how they talk to me in here". Everyone in the room cracked up laughing. Haere Ra Col.

How do you say goodbye to a person that gave so much of himself to other people, yet brushed it off as nothing. I first met and worked with Colin in 1979, he was a deputy charge nurse on o1 ward. Looking back I think the thing that struck me most about Colin was how he had such an easy rapport with patients, yet would brook no nonsense. We both followed Colin’s musical career around local Bromsgrove venues, not many can boast they knew and played with Robert Plant. He sang with his heart on his sleeve. He visited us many times when we moved to Australia and we got to know the man behind the singer/ larrikin. He became uncle to our children, attending both their weddings, and was master of ceremonies at our sons wedding. We stayed with Colin on a few occasions in New Zealand, and he was so proud to show off his lifestyle there. Many people have commented on his ability to mimic people, my favourite was Bert Davies. It’s death in life Colin a it. one of my fondest memories was when he to visit us in Melbourne and he talked about his dad and how he used to love opera, he then proceeded to blow us away with some opera singing which I’m sure woke the neighbours up. I could continue on with many memories of our friend Colin but I’ll leave that for others. Haere Ra our friend.

Forever in our hearts…we will miss you so very much.xx

Colin was a man with a big heart.

Well thank you for holding on until after my visit! Was nice to just sit and watch the chase and other TV with you. Does it want an ice-cream? Well does it :) was going to get that on a t-shirt for you but I guess you wasn't sticking around! Love you xxx