Be The Change

for Colin...

HJ Nelson

Thu 14 Jul '05, 03:27 pm

Colin was inspiring, loving, compassionate, supportive and a fun loving friend and colleague. He was instrumental in Be The Change and leader transfromation in our clients. Colin had a huge capacity for forgiveness which I will always hold as I continue this journey. My love and respect to Colin and his family always. x

Robert De Souza

Thu 14 Jul '05, 03:37 pm

Colin Morley was a special man who spoke from the heart. He was a kind, warm and humble man who walked the talk. He had a vision to make a big difference to peoples lives. He will be sadly missed but his spirit lives on with all his friends and loved ones. Robert De Souza

Frank Dixon

Thu 14 Jul '05, 04:20 pm

Colin is a spiritual brother and soulmate as well as my business partner. He cares very deeply for the future of this planet. He committed his life to working for the good of all people present and future. He is passionate about reforming advertising, marketing and media -- making them forces for social good. I believe he will continue to work with us to achieve these goals. Colin's greatness is reflected in his beautiful family -- his wife and three sons.

Lynda Cant

Thu 14 Jul '05, 05:08 pm

Since meeting Colin, I always felt that I was in the prescence of someone who was completely genuine, full of goodness and concern for the planet and people. He always put others before himself and was dedicating his life to changing the world from conflict to harmony. He never looked for accolades and played down his enormous qualities. He came across as an ordinary chap just playing his part in the world. Beneath this was a true leader who had great vision, compassion, generosity and love for others. He inspired me with his understanding and visions. Now we must tread the path without him. He has given us the model of how to be the change in our world. Now we must carry on the work and be his champion. We must be the upholders of what is good and just in the world. Colin, you will always be with us through your spirit but I will miss you so very much. with love Lynda

Deepak Chopra

Thu 14 Jul '05, 05:28 pm

Feel deep grief at our loss. I will keep us all and Colin in peaceful awareness.Feel deep anguish for our collective suffering love deepak

Wendy Hart

Thu 14 Jul '05, 05:34 pm

Colin was a kind and gentle soul who I feel honoured to have known. He was intriguing, insightful, visionary and completely open hearted. I will miss him dearly, and his spirit will always be with us. A true angel. My prayers are with his family.

Grant Stapleton

Thu 14 Jul '05, 06:33 pm

Colin, as I told your wife, I know that you would be the first to forgive those that have affected you and your family in this way. Know that I will never have it in me to refer to you in the past tense. You are too big for that. I learned so much from you, you have moved me in so many ways and I enjoyed the times and conversations we have shared. I look forward to spending time with you again some day. Grant

Altazar Rossiter

Thu 14 Jul '05, 06:40 pm

I only met Colin a couple of times, yet there was an instant connection. I am saddened that we will not have the opportunity to develop that connection further in this life, but recognise that we are from the same place and will meet again. NAMASTE.

Sofia Bustamante

Thu 14 Jul '05, 06:47 pm

I met Colin for the first time at this event. I felt uplifted when at the end of one of the workshops he expressed his hope for this sort of work and gave us a feeling that it opens up a new world. It feels as though he himself was opening up new worlds. I walked away afterwards feeling more possibility and confidence in experimenting more. I feel as though I had known him a long time ago. It does not feel like he has left our community. Thank you Colin for being a real light. Love Sofia

Michel Ickx

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:01 pm

I did not remember his name but his face is so familiar in my memories. I do not find the right words. bur I knoe I have lost a friend

Christopher Cooke

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:27 pm

A dear friend and colleague who with great skill, curiosity and humility was able to engage the big quetsions on our time. I shall miss his commitment to life, his family, his own personal development and the passion we shared for our shared adventures in organiations. A truly great man whom I will miss greatly. My thoughts and sympathy extend to his wife and the lads.

Margaret O'Keeffe

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:32 pm

I had the good fortune to meet this wonderfully humble, warm hearted and visionary man at Be the Change this past May. We talked about working together on Intentional Marketing initiatives. The idea was to help give more visibility to people and companies that make a meaningful difference in the world. I am sorry we cannot follow up on this physically but I fully intend to connect spiritually with Colin for some advice on how to move this forward in the future. I believe he remains with us but feel so sad that his life has been taken in such a terrible way. I send my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Colin, you made a big difference and have inspired many of us. Thank-you. Peaceful journeying. Love, Margaret

Odilia Gartner

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:32 pm

Colin provided a caring and listening ear to those of us who facilitated the World Cafe sessions at Be the Change. He fitted into our circle like an old acquantance and was able to be a bridge to the wider event. I feel sure he will continue to radiate these qualities as he travels on ahead of us. I wish him well until we next meet.

Kerry Santo

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:43 pm

Although I only met Colin a few times he left such a huge impact on me and I was very honoured to get to know him, my thoughts are now with his family and I will never forget him.

Chandra Akula

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:44 pm

Dear Colin, Our interaction is very brief during the BTC'05. You said that you would help me building 'Happy World' and you would allow 'Happy World' manifest through you. I did not think that you would leave this world so soon to YOUR 'Happy World' I am sure YOUR SPIRIT from above would help me to build the 'Happy World' irrespective of the negative forces. God Bless you and I Pray for YOUR SPIRIT to live in PEACE in the 'HAPPY WORLD'

Lolli Aboutboul

Thu 14 Jul '05, 07:56 pm

My father was killed in a terrorist plane bombing in 1970. Where, and by whom it was carried out does not matter anymore. But what always matters is the legacy that we, the living, are left with after such shattering events. Colin, you left us with a profound Being the Change legacy in life and in death. Thank you friend.

Susie Kershaw

Thu 14 Jul '05, 08:25 pm

Colin is a magical, joyous spirit - this photo here captures it all. I knew him as a thoughtful, caring and inspirational friend and colleague in the Be The Change team, who was definitely walking his talk and being the change. He is a gifted enabler, and for me he will continue to be a part of whatever we do from now on. My love and deepest sympathy to his wife and family.

Lupita Volio & Jose L.Menendez

Thu 14 Jul '05, 08:32 pm

Our deepest sympathy to Colin,s wife and children.

He will always be remembered by us all.

Marianne Murray

Thu 14 Jul '05, 08:48 pm

Colin, your gentleness and heart-full integrity have touched me deeply. So has your curiosity and deep interest in opening consciousness to a bigger, more peaceful understanding of what it is to be a human being. Thank you for your kind presence. Thank you for your Being.

Ilaria Vilkelis

Thu 14 Jul '05, 08:54 pm

Dear Colin, as I followed the tragic events unfolding from my house in Geneva I became increasingly sad and devasted by the news that kept coming in. You brought this tragedy even closer as I had the privilege to meet you. I remember you greeting me as I arrived at Be the Change 2004. You immediately made me feel welcome and despite you were so busy we could not spend much time together I treasure that moment. I treasure your memory. I know that your smile will stay with us all and that those who have known yhou will forever treasure the memory! Love, Ilaria

Royston Flude

Thu 14 Jul '05, 09:54 pm

It is with much sadness that the loss of Colin is confirmed and his 'ray of light' that empowered be-the-change is extinquished.

However, that light has reached the hearts, minds and souls of many of us that he touched. My thoughts are with his family at this time of grief and I pray that given time love and life may return to their lives.

love

Royston

Nicki Crowley

Thu 14 Jul '05, 09:55 pm

Dear Colin, We still haven't worked out what the coincidence of me turning up to your house that Monday morning was all about, but we will and I won't forget, because its all definitely for a reason...i've loved the conversations we've shared about exploring consciousness, mandalas and breathwork. i can't find a good enough word to describe you, you are great and i will miss you. A short but significant crossing of paths. Safe Journey.

Anna Pollock

Thu 14 Jul '05, 09:59 pm

Dear Colin I met you in person just the once at Be the Change and over several e-mails, yet I felt I had re-connected with a dear friend. I was looking forward to developing that friendship and working together to expand and support the Be the Change community. While you have moved on, I feel your loving presence, those kind eyes and gentle smile reminding us to forgive and to continue to be loving and compasionate to those poor men, who must have been in an incredibly dark and lonely space last Thursday. Colin, thank you for your inspiring example. We'll carry on in honour of your memory knowing we have your continued support.

Gabriele Kreuzsaler

Thu 14 Jul '05, 10:27 pm

This mail, writen when I heard Colin was missed, couldn't be posted, know I know, why:

Dear Colin, I wrote this mail, when you where missed and I believe you will answer!

From the heart Gabriele

-----Ursprüngliche Nachricht----- Von: Colin Morley [mailto:xxxx@xxxx.com] Gesendet: Samstag, 19. März 2005 13:52 An:

I'm updating my address book. Please take a moment to update me with your latest contact info.

Thanks, Colin Morley

Brigitte Michels

Thu 14 Jul '05, 11:47 pm

Colin- you blessed us with your light, gentleness and deep care for people and our planet. With your self-less service + humbleness you reached out to many of us and touched our lives. You were taken from us in the middle of your life. Your beautiful, gentle Spirit now free, you will be greatly missed as a dear soul-brother (Waiki) and friend. My prayers go out to your family.

Therese Weel

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:14 am

I'm saddened by that news, I have only exchanged an introductory message with him. Reading his profile, he would have definitely been someone I would have liked to know. A waste of his life, his potential and a loss for us all.

Terrorists are stupid.

T

Therese Weel

chris macrae

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:52 am

I first met Colin early 2004. Every meeting ran out of time as we had so many deep areas of interest to talk about, or me to learn from. I feel Colin would want that we redouble our efforts. Words don't come into sensible sentences for me just now, so I'd better keep this short. All love...Chris Macrae

Jack Yan

Fri 15 Jul '05, 03:18 am

Colin was one of the most generous visionaries I had the pleasure to have met, at least virtually. I'm saddened that I was unable to attend Medinge 2004 where he presented. It's funny that he thought I inspired him, when in fact the opposite is true. I know his legacy will continue with Be the Change. To his wife and the rest of the family, I send my deepest condolences. The marketing profession has lost one of its most forward-thinking practitioners. God bless you, Colin.

Jan Canton

Fri 15 Jul '05, 04:08 am

After receiving Nick & John's initial e-mail alerting us a "Be The Change" Team Member was missing, a tragic Television news item unfolding in our living rooms became even more real and very personal for many. My thoughts are with Colin's wife, sons, family and friends and also with all others affected in some way by this terrible tragedy. (New Zealand).

Ed Daniel

Fri 15 Jul '05, 04:17 am

I will sorely miss your support in our shared mission.

My thoughts are with Colin's family as well and you're in my prayers.

Darren

Fri 15 Jul '05, 06:03 am

May the Living God bless you on all your great work. I did not now you. But Be the Change is a great step to change the world. Peace!

Robbie Spence

Fri 15 Jul '05, 06:12 am

This tragic loss has affected me more personally than any of the other news about the bombings. I only heard of Colin through the CBIB email group. I can barely imagine the grief of those who were close to and inspired by him. I suppose he would have wanted all of us to carry on and 'be the change': I pray for that.

Brenda Schroeder

Fri 15 Jul '05, 07:36 am

Colin - I looked into your eyes and felt your smile go deeper into you than most. It went deep because of the genuine love and appreciation you gave to each person you met. My soul was touched in the brief moments that I shared with you - sitting in circle before and during the BtC event this year. We shared few words and more smiles yet your smiles gave me more confidence and energy to be apart of the world unfolding.

Ian McDonald

Fri 15 Jul '05, 07:59 am

Colin, with his humour, love and energy touched many lives and will continue to do so. His entry in this BLOG of life will inspire, motivate and show the way for "Being the Change". God Bless.

David Harrington

Fri 15 Jul '05, 08:37 am

I never met Colin but were fellow "Ecadamists" and he would know what that was.

I send you my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.

Caroline Kuipers

Fri 15 Jul '05, 08:43 am

Dear Colin, I will really miss you.

As a new friend, I loved the idea of some of the projects and ideas we had explored together - All focused on taking steps to create more ethical business communities as well as a creating a supportive network of fellow business people.

The next step was to be the realization of some of these ideas. The thought of having a friend to share this path was so exciting. I am really sad to lose that shared journey with you.

At this point in time there feels to be just a big gap. But, I know, in my heart, there is a way to move forward with that journey in some way - the path will unfold. Thank you for being there with this journey.

All my love and thoughts go to all your family and friends.

Caroline

Gerri Smyth

Fri 15 Jul '05, 09:13 am

Although I didn't know him well, it was enough to see taht he had a tremendous heart and was putting his soul and energy into 'being the change'. I have a lovely picture in my head of Colin giggling at the Don Americo workshop last summer and that is the memory I will hold. My thoughts go to his family, friends and all of those who had the opportunity to know him better and will miss his presence here.

Phil Clothier

Fri 15 Jul '05, 09:13 am

Dear Colin I know that you can see this and that we are still working together. It is an honour know you and to know that our work continues. Much love Phil

Tom Butler

Fri 15 Jul '05, 09:18 am

I do not believe it. It is not fair.
Colin was in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing, the right way. The power of our relationship never had time to blossom although the bud was resplendent. As your light passes in to the presence I bid your body goodbye and your soul farewell. love Tom

Hetty Einzig

Fri 15 Jul '05, 09:25 am

This event is deeply shocking and this personal loss hits hard. I first met Colin in the early days of developing Be the Change and I was instantly captivated: Yes, he was fired up with a motivation that was inspiring, but he had also a personal warmth, a boyish curiosity, a twinkle in the eye and a mischievous giggle that engaged one instantly. I felt from the start that here was someone who was deeply serious, and like the wonderful Buddhist monks, full of laughter and the joy of life. He and I shared many a lovely conversation; he was someone who I felt able to confide in and share with at a deep level, moving from the political to the personal, from the broad vision to the detail with ease. I expect many felt the same thing - and his intelligence, modesty and sensitivity have left their stamp on Be the Change. Colin, this is a legacy to be proud of and your spirit will continue. My love, sorrow and compassion are with your family at this time of grief. Hetty

Ian Ryder

Fri 15 Jul '05, 09:52 am

Words are simply not designed to express the realities of human emotion as I discovered a few weeks ago when I lost my Mum. Colin was a person I did not know well, but I remember as a warm, talented and what I call a "real" human being. My very sincerest condolences, thoughts and prayers go to his family, especially his wife and children who now have the hardest of all journeys. May their beliefs, friends and family provide the necessary support to help re-build their lives.

Susan Norman & Hugh L'Estrange

Fri 15 Jul '05, 10:08 am

Dear Colin We were delighted and honoured to have lunch with you last Wednesday – how wonderful to spend time with someone so clearly living consciously, with enthusiasm and at peace with himself. We were looking forward to many more meetings. As it is we'll treasure this one. Thank you. With love to you and your family Susan & Hugh

Bozena A. Zytke

Fri 15 Jul '05, 10:34 am

We have met only once, but I still have in mind this great real man who wanted to make a change in people's lives. Nobody has a right to take way anybody's life! Today all of us are Londoners and we are obliged to so NO to this atrocity!

Kjartan Foros

Fri 15 Jul '05, 10:47 am

Dear Colin, The very first time we met at an SD event in London some years ago, there was an immediate intellectual and spiritual bonding, which I think we both cherished and used as inspired anticipation of our next opportunity to meet. After a circumstancial lapse in my event participation, I was proud and deeply joyed by your invitation to re-establish our personal contact just a couple of months ago, together with your expression of how much our exeriential testimonies had meant to you. We had a long catching up chat on Skype, telling each other how much we looked forward to meet again...It was not to be. Your passing has made the world a lesser place. But thank you for enrichig it and making it so much more meaningful to me, and to all who had the fortune to be your friend. Rest in peace and assurance that you have inpired us to keep up the noble objectives we shared. My deep condolences to your wife and sons.

Kjartan Oslo - Norway

Cathy Lloyd

Fri 15 Jul '05, 11:06 am

Even in the depths of sorrow, I can only only feel a sense of love and light for Colin, whom I only met once. Usually have the most unreliable of memories, but I could recall the memory of our meeting and his face with such clarity. He had touched my heart. My love and prayers are with Colin's family and the hope that through the chaos, pain and confusion,they will sense his eternal presence still. x

Julia Hausermann

Fri 15 Jul '05, 11:12 am

Colin was a dear friend. In characteristic fashion, the very first time I met him he offered to help our charity, Rights and Humanity. Over the last few months he has played a key role in helping us, in a voluntary capacity, to understand our "brand". He was so generous with his time and enthusiasm and an inspirational colleague and friend. A very special soul. I know I speak for everyone involved with Rights and Humanity when I pass on our heartfelt sympathy to [Colin's wife] and the boys.

sesto giovanni castagnoli

Fri 15 Jul '05, 11:14 am

one of the greatest souls I ever met...he will always be in our hearts...for the world spirit forum family - sesto giovanni castagnoli.

Steve Ashby

Fri 15 Jul '05, 11:24 am

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Colin.

Colin was my boss at One2One.

He was a kind man, who would always have time to chat.

We did not always see eye to eye, but we were both were passionate in doing the best we could.

My thoughts are with his family.

He will not be forgotten, his memory will live on.

Goodbye Boss

Regards

Steve Ashby

Marnie Summerfield Smith

Fri 15 Jul '05, 11:43 am

Six years ago when I met Colin, terrorism, bombs, the international situation I, as a spokesperson for a asylum seekers and refugees, am now painfully aware of, had not touched my life at all. But Colin had. I will never forget his gentle, healing presence that weekend at Othona. He was part of the change in me, a change that I carry with me every single day. Right now, I am lost as to how I can reconcile such a violent act on such a serene person. My tribute to Colin will be to try and overwhelm the ugliness of life with my knowledge of his beautiful and generous presence on, and now around the planet. My heart aches for his wife, children and all those many and lucky and now heartbroken people who knew this precious individual. Much love to all, Marnie.

Lawrence Bloom

Fri 15 Jul '05, 12:03 pm

Colin is a Tall Ship sailing the seas of consciousness with clarity and humility. He was my friend. We sailed for a short time together teaching and learning from each other, of forgiveness and the illusion of separation, of joy and enlightenment, of eternity and infinity. He was a man of great inner beauty and strength. A Tall Ship is built to sail, that what it does best. At this time I feel like a man standing by the sea shore.A ship by my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of great beauty and strength. I stand and watch until at last she hangs like a speck of cloud on the farthest horizon. Then someone by my side says "There she goes!" Gone where? Gone from my site, that is all. She is just as large in mast and spa and hull, as she was when she left my side. Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at the same moment when someone by my side says, "she is gone" There are other voices ready to take up the glad shout,"Here she comes!" Keep sailing my brother I celebrate our time together. Your remarkable and beautiful family and the example of your life, shall be the visible wake of your immense journey.

Paul Eaton

Fri 15 Jul '05, 12:09 pm

I worked with Colin in One2One's marketing department. We moved on and went our separate ways but occasionally our paths crossed - the odd phone call and a memorable ski-ing trip to France for a stag weekend. Like so many others I enjoyed Colin's company and I was struck by his serenity and concern for others. My deepest sympathy to his wife and family. Paul

Matthew Kalman

Fri 15 Jul '05, 12:28 pm

(Extract from an e-mail about Colin, just sent to 'London Integral Circle' group e-list)

... For those who don't know him, Colin had recently begun to come to our London Integral Circle meetings from time to time, and quite a number of us know him. I particularly remember his thoughts during our 'Big Mind' evening. Many of us probably first met him during that integral leadership conference held in London a few years ago; he was also part of a Spiral Dynamics-focused group that Robin Wood organised for a while.

I personally found him a very gentle, kind, open and inquisitive soul. I had also begun to learn a lot from him - he'd help show me how certain spiritual paths and practices could be undertaken. It was great to be able share in some of his wisdom and experience. He was also quite involved in the community building work of M Scott Peck ('The Road Less Travelled' chap).

I can't really get my head around the fact that he is no longer with us. Colin and I had actually been working together to try to arrange a forthcoming LIC meeting on a topic he had become very interested in (Barrett's developmental model).

I don't have Colin's wisdom, but below is an aphorism which somehow resonates with me, in relation to Colin's tragic killing, and also to Colin's own strong interest in Gurdjieff's 'Fourth Way' path (with Sufi Islamic roots, ironically), and some of it's newer incarnations (eg Alain Forget's approach).

For me, the aphorism is about how all our lives - mine, yours, Colin's... - are far, far more precarious than we perhaps usually allow ourselves to feel. By repressing and forgetting this we perhaps also forget the preciousness, the importance, of life... right now? I'm certainly feeling some of these things myself, now Colin's gone....

Anyway, here's Gurdjieff's 33rd aphorism, that was written in a secret script on the wall of his Prieure centre near Paris, some time in the first half of the last century.

"One of the best means for arousing the wish to work on yourself is to realize that you may die at any moment. But first you must learn how to keep it in mind."

(All 38 aphorisms, take a look: http://128.121.163.149/gurdjieff_afor.htm) ....

Tatiana Glad

Fri 15 Jul '05, 12:44 pm

My deepest sympathies and love to [Colin's family].

I know that Colin's spirit carries on in our work and commitment to making this crazy world a btter place. I feel blessed to have had the privilege to work with and become friends with Colin over the past year of co-designing the learning process of Be The Change.

It was one of the best collaborative experiences I have had - Colin's dedication to opening space for genuine conversation, to experimenting with creative new ideas, and to really BE the Change we want to see in the world was unfaltering. He has been an inspiration, an enthusiastic co-inquirer and valuable sparring partner for me - I shall miss him dearly. He has truly taught me about open-mindedness, forgiveness, life-long learning, and playfulness.

I shall always remember how quickly he could turn from deep in thought to a completely spontaneous chuckle with a twinkle in his eye. A gift he has left us.

May he, and all those close to him, find peace in the lightness of his soul that has touched this Earth.

Rita de Podesta

Fri 15 Jul '05, 12:55 pm

I was fortunate to meet Colin 3 or so months ago when I attended a meeting at his house. The few contacts I had with him and the kindness and open wisdom of Colin and his quiet ease of facilitation impressed me greatly. I was fortunate to meet his family then and I can only say they will be in thoughts and prayers. I learned from Colin and I am grateful to him. With love.

Richard Wilson

Fri 15 Jul '05, 01:44 pm

Dear Colin,

You made a deep impression on me, and made an absolutely vital contribution to Be the Change. In fact, without you Be the Change would not have been possible, nor would it have grown or developed without you.

Your contribution will never be forgotten, neither will the values you lived for, or the vision of a loving peaceful world your spirit yearned for.

You were full of love, kindness and compassion and I give thanks for our friendship and for the great privilege it was to have known you.

God Bless and Keep You dear Colin,

With Love,

Richard

Anne Stallybrass

Fri 15 Jul '05, 01:59 pm

What would Colin want us to do now? How can we Be The Change in the face of this? Please refer to Discussion > BeTheChange Chat, started by Nick, that I found while trying to frame my response here. I feel that Colin has "asked" me "from the other side" to help...

Cindy Prince

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:08 pm

I am deeply sorry for your loss. When my friend Jack Yan sent me this page and I looked at Colin's face I immediately thought of a poem I wrote that Colin would agree with.

It Doesn't Have To Be This Way

Bombs still killing no one willing to take the first step to change but it doesn't have to be this way

Children starving so alarming yet what can we do? but ignore it but it doesn't have to be this way

People dying we keep trying to understand why not knowing the sprititual side of illness but it doesn't have to be this way

Gloom and doom in the tv room screaming instead of dreaming of how it could be but it doesn't have to be this way

We can make a choice grasp anothers hand and rejoice then experience the wonder because, after all it doesn't have to be this way

Jonathan Fenton-Jones

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:43 pm

Colin - we will sing life as clear as spring water and natural as the air. Our imagination will build without loss of breath and courage - enlightened, indebted. With love.

Adele Kitchen

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:48 pm

I share my own personal sadness with everyone else who knew Colin. Though my encounters with Colin were very brief - I could always sense an 'aura of peacefulness' around him - a 'rich and precious' possession which not many have. My sincere thoughts reach out to his family at this time of great difficulty. May they also be 'truly blessed, with his 'peacefulness' to carry them through their loss.

Anders Abrahamsson

Fri 15 Jul '05, 02:54 pm

This feel so strange, I felt that we connected deeply virtually with mail exchanges and conversations, but never had the chance with two intended offline meetings in London to do meet him, both failed to happen...

I can only say so; I had my last of hopes to find him to be alive as I heard people turning up after the bombing.

Now, we all have to honour Colin by just - CONTINUE TO BE THE CHANGE WE WANT TO SEE - AND THE CHANGE COLIN WANTED TO SEE SHARED BY ...US!

With my conviction - he sees us still. So let's keep him with smiles on! Together with the peers Gandhi, Martin Luther King, John Lennon, and all the peeps passing this life on earth sharing the same spirit, attitude and intention.

--

Suggestion in one of the networks he was actively contributing in and to, www.medinge.org, now circulating - to have a Prize/Award in his name.

With his own key term, from his blog:

-- Colin Morley's Empowerment Award? --

For what? Or, rather for who?

I don't know right now, but let's give it a thought - the person or organization showing to empower people the most, with special focus on those aiming to empower those who want to empower others?

With poverty as one of the biggest constraints and disempowerment factors, globally and regardless of context? And where both material and immaterial dimensions being considered in the poverty definition?

In the road towards a world with sustainable prosperity with all empowered - an Award to have that constant reminder in the spirit and intention of Colin.

Imagine the Change to Be.

Just my thoughts here and now.

Take care, Colin.

--

To Colin's family, closest friends and co-workers - all my support and energy transferred. Keep meaning, find meaning. I know how it is to be loosing, and after that, regaining, and redirecting.

It is hard, but - possible. I message from own experience.

In memoriam,

Anders

sally churcher

Fri 15 Jul '05, 03:25 pm

Dear Colin, I will always remember your kindness and your passion. I have a vivid memory of sitting in Waterloo station talking with you on a chilly March morning. Your heartfelt passion for your life's work was almost tangible that day. You extended the hand of friendship to me at a time when I needed help. Thankyou for your insight, generosity and presence. Go well, Sally

Michael Connor

Fri 15 Jul '05, 03:43 pm

Thank you for touching my life with your kindness, thoughtfulness, and generousity, Colin. May your journey be one of joy and grace. Love, Mike

Jacob Dahl

Fri 15 Jul '05, 04:21 pm

I met Colin in London for the first time, through a fellow friend, 6 days before he died. We talked about what he did and what he believed in, which was very similar to my beliefs and what I do for a living. We decided to keep in touch and explore the possibilites for co-working in the future. On wednesday morning, only hours before he died I got an email from him. You made a deep impact on me Colin, only by that 2 hours meeting. And now you are gone. In deep respect for you and your being. I am glad that I have met you, even though it was for a short time. Love, Jacob

Andras Laszlo

Fri 15 Jul '05, 04:38 pm

I first met Colin during the WSF (World Spirit Forum) in Arosa, Switzerland earlier this year. I dearly treasure his passion and spirit of service transpiring through his dedicated proaction at the Be the Change Event. Dear Colin, you're an integratieve part of the "Inner Circle" now. Continue to shine upon us from Your Galaxy! May the Divine continue to bless you and us. András

Peter Guendling

Fri 15 Jul '05, 04:51 pm

"Our loss is the heavens gain"

Colin inspired me and encouraged me to go on with "Be the change" personally and in my company.

I will miss him as I felt close to him even if we have met only for a view moments this year in May.

Vicky

Fri 15 Jul '05, 05:46 pm

I knew Colin as a client when he worked at One 2 One. I haven't seen him for years, but I have been so sad all week about this news, just hoping that somehow he would still be alive. Colin - I truly hope that what happened was too fast to be painful and too overwhelming for you to be afraid.

Maz Iqbal

Fri 15 Jul '05, 05:46 pm

Dear Colin

It only seems like yesterday that we met up at Paddington, talked and laughed together.

Today, my heart is heavy and my face is wet with tears - I miss you. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing know that you are valued and that you are missed.

Maz

Kerry Napuk

Fri 15 Jul '05, 06:35 pm

Colin was among the very first to register for our UK open space gathering on 30 September in London. On behalf of all his colleagues in the Open Space Community, we will dearly miss his presence at the conference. We hope to dedicate the event in his loving memory.

OSonOS UK2 organisers

Jonathan Sands

Fri 15 Jul '05, 07:06 pm

I have met many marketeers in my career but very few who are world class. Colin was world class. And not just because he was extremely talented but because he was a world class person too. In all my dealings with him he was extremely humble and never arrogant a human weakness to which many people with his experience might succumb. He respected everyone elses point of view which is why everyone respected him. I only got to know Colin over the last year so although my relationship with him was relatively short he made an impact on me that will last a lifetime. Quite simply he was a great man. I shall miss not getting to know him better and my thoughts, wishes, prayers and hopes for the future are with his family and friends. Be brave and help each other.

Anna

Fri 15 Jul '05, 07:42 pm

|know Colin from great days at One 2 One and also at Vodafone where his contribution was signficant and working with him always stimulating and a joy. I look at his smiling face and smile myself at having had the priviledge to know him and work alongside him. My heart goes out to Ros and the boys - nothing I feel at the moment can compare to their loss. I wish them all every strength. Anna

Julia Elliott

Fri 15 Jul '05, 08:42 pm

Colin and Ros were neighbours of ours 10 years ago in Brampton, Cambridgeshire. Ollie and our son Tom were mates at school. On July 7th 1995, 10 years since the bombing, my dad died and Colin and Ros invited us to dinner: an evening I'll never forget. Such generosity of spirit, so typically Colin. Such very special friends. We are so shocked to hear this terrible news. I couldn't wish to meet a more compassionate, gentle caring person. Colin. we'll miss you.

SJC, New Zealand

Sat 16 Jul '05, 12:14 am

For Colin, his family, friends and colleagues.

A life well lived is a precious gift of hope and strength and grace. For somone who has made our world a brighter, better place.

It's filled with moments sweet and sad, with smiles and sometimes tears. With friendships formed and good times shared, and laughter through the years.

A life well lived is a legacy of joy and pride and pleasure. A loving lasting memory, our grateful hearts will treasure.

Don't grieve because I have gone - be happy that I was here.

Rest peacefully Colin - as you continue to guide and assist our global village "Be the Change".

Tim Read

Sat 16 Jul '05, 08:37 am

Colin. My heart is with your family who will miss you dreadfully. We shared some holotropic breathwork sessions together. I didn't know you well, but i liked you a lot and thought we would have something of a shared journey, and maybe we will yet. Have a good journey.

Jon Harvey

Sat 16 Jul '05, 10:52 am

Back in February Colin said in a message to the Open Space network:

"Ultimately my aim is to bring joy into my life and others. Thinking about what joy is - my conclusion is that it is 'connecting and being connected' both in myself and with others.... Energy is moving. And there is joy in being both an opener of space and a passionate and responsible activist."

May his energy carry on moving and may his joy continue in the biggest open space of all. And may those who knew him find joy in the memories of him and deeds.

Omaid Hiwaizi

Sat 16 Jul '05, 12:30 pm

Dear Colin,

I've been in denial that you got caught up in this ghastly incident.

We've known each other through work for many years, but after the chance meeting at Euston, we found we have more in common in our interests and vision that I could have imagined.

I was looking forward to tens of years of discussion, debate and development.

Your family are in my thoughts.

Till we meet again,

Omaid

Leon Benjamin

Sat 16 Jul '05, 01:06 pm

I never met Colin, but his contribution to Be The Change was incalculable. He is a perfect example of "Winning by Sharing".

For his family I leave just one thought. A star that shines twice as bright, only lives half as long.

Peace.

Leon.

Jeffrey Edwards

Sat 16 Jul '05, 03:48 pm

Colin, you fully understood - and lived by this... "Let us catch the higher vision, let us find the greater beauty, in a life of cheerful service - this our purpose and intent, marked with silence, reverent" - ORDEAL

To your family and others like me who cared for and about you and your work... "There is no death - only a change in worlds..." - Native American Belief May your new world be filled with the peace you sought for this one

Sandra Crewe

Sat 16 Jul '05, 05:12 pm

Colin, we knew that the transition from the Piscean Age to the Age of Aquarious would be one of turbulence. You were are a part of this transition. As Yogi Bhajan said, "The fact is there is nothing more beautiful, more worthy or more conscious than you...Our future is now, and our presence is our purity...We'll master through our service, through our character, through our commitment, and through the powerful thing that we have - our grace." As I write this tribute to you there are tears rolling down my face but I am also able to smile in the knowledge that you have touched so many lives and brought so many people together both through your lifetime and now through your death. Colin, you identified the higher purpose in the brand, you found the higher purpose in yourself and you helped others to find the higher purpose within themselves, all through your service, your character, your commitment and your grace. Thank you Colin for just being you. I will treasure the memories. xx

Peter Koenig

Sat 16 Jul '05, 05:34 pm

Dear Colin,

We crossed just so briefly but thank you for the rich legacy you left, as the tributes to your life here witness so well. May the seeds you planted be well nourished.

In one of our, just few, Email exchanges you wrote:

" Can we 'consciously evolve' to become a new being / beings? Or will we simply be components or food for the next being? Or a waste product of an evolutionary dead end? "

Your question remains as a live one to continue to move us. I don't know if the answers are any clearer from where you are now but imagine it was typical of you to have the courage to pose the big questions in life and appreciated you as a brief colleague in formulating and facing them.

Thank you for this, your depth and this charity which clearly lives on. Love and sincere condolences to your family and loved ones - and not least heartfelt thanks to those at Be the Change for anticipating our need and setting up this site.

Peter

Adam Berrisford

Sat 16 Jul '05, 08:48 pm

Colin, I was touched by your warm and gentle presence on the occasions when we met at the holotropic breathworks workshops, especially earlier this year when Nicki, yourself and I worked together. Reading all the tributes you obviously had a wonderfully positive impact on so many lives and will live on in many people's hearts. I am currently living at a Tibetan monastery in Nova Scotia in Canada and will be doing a special ceremony here for you and a close friend who also died in the bombings to wish you both well on your journeys. Go well and safe journey, Adam

Dave Pendle

Sat 16 Jul '05, 09:46 pm

Dear Colin

When we met, I felt great joy in meeting a kindred soul. I resonated powerfully with your integrity and generous spirit, and enjoyed every moment we spent together, especially those together with our friends.

The tragedy of your death robs us of the many ways you enriched our lives.Yet your nature was such, you would never want such disappointment to colour or impede our shared mission to evolve consciously.

Our deepest sympathy goes to your family from everyone here in the EnlightenNext Organisation.

With Love and Gratitude

Dave

Annette

Sat 16 Jul '05, 10:26 pm

I heard today about Colin's untimely death. I briefly worked with him at One2One and always found him a delight to work with. Considerate, a great listener and with a good sense of humour. He always cut through all the corporate prittle-prattle. I visited this website this evening in sadness and was humbled to find what a truly wonderful man he was, and how much he touched people's lives. But he is not dead, he's just taken a step to the other side where he can help guide all of us who work for a better future in and for the world.

Farhan Rehman

Sat 16 Jul '05, 11:21 pm

Dear Colin It was a real pleasure to have known you in life, and now that you are in spirit, I'm sure that you will continue being the amazing light that shines from a distance. Your loss to this world, serves only to remind us of how you would have responded, and gives us all an opportunity to truly respond in love. I'm sorry that you leave this world, and grateful for the light that you have always been, and will continue to be, as we bring into being the world of peace, where deaths through violence will no longer be needed. You will be missed greatly, for your support, and humility, and be remembered lovingly by everyone whose lives you touched - including my own. I pray that you family can receive all the support and love that they need to help them through this transformation, and pray that your journey was light, and joyful.

James Kilgarriff

Sat 16 Jul '05, 11:28 pm

The world has lost a great Soul. When I met Colin at one of the core goup meetings last year I could see quite clearly that this man was and is the holder of the Light for Be the Change. Colin´s nature and presence said it all. He will be greatly missed by us all. I am sure he will be doing the magic for all of us in the other dimension. My thoughts go out to Colin´s family and many friends. Thank you Colin for Being the Change in the world we want to see.

Blessings, James

Fran Kruc

Sun 17 Jul '05, 09:46 am

Whilst I didn't really know Colin, I am deeply moved by Colin's death, and by the tributes to his life. He has made such a great impact on, and will be missed by, so many.

I sense that his work continues and that he will connect with us - by touching our thoughts, and guiding our progress.

Whilst thinking of Colin and his family & friends, and feeling unable to help, the message was clear - I realised that how I respond is important. That every loving and peaceful thought (yours and mine) will reach their destinations and contribute to the healing process – for Colin's family and friends, for the many other individuals who are sufferering, and for the greater spirit of our world. And that the contribution I can make is to create peace with the local world around me. This is what I can be - to think and act through peaceful thoughts and intention, of "What would peace do now?"

Here’s the Haiku poem I wrote, inspired by (thoughts of) Colin:

My CONTRIBUTION DEEP DROP IN OCEAN OF PEACE WAVE OF INTENTION

Thank you, Colin, for what you have become to me.

Ros Morley

Sun 17 Jul '05, 10:43 am

A huge thank you to all the wonderful and inspiring tributes you have taken time to write.

Colin was a wonderful husband and father. No words could ever express our great love for him and his love for us, his family. He was a rare shining star in all ways, and he touched the hearts and souls of so many. He leaves a huge gap in our lives. He gave his time to so many people and interests, and wherever he went he left a most magical beautiful light.

Our lives are forever changed, but we carry his positive spirit in us and will continue to spread his desire for peace and love in the world, and his wish to make the world a better place. If anyone wanted to help this he and I had just become involved in working with 'Rights and Humanity' - www.rightsandhumanity.org

Colin, of all people wanted to help others' human rights and was giving his time to help contribute to such a worthy organisation.

love to all who knew Colin and our warmest wishes.

Ros Morley - Colin's wife

Bill Crompton

Sun 17 Jul '05, 11:56 am

I last saw Colin in Amsterdam about 3 years ago, when he was visiting a business contact in Diemen. He suggested that he would be visiting Amsterdam more often. I just assumed we'd keep on bumping into each other for the next few decades, so I didn't do anything...If he taught me no other lesson by his death it is that I have to tell people I love them as often as possible, because I'll never know when it'll be the last time. Ros, be strong. One of the last things I said to Colin was "if you ever need me, just call...". It's just as true now as then...

David, Sydney Australia

Sun 17 Jul '05, 12:42 pm

I knew Colin for about a year when he worked at Vodafone. He was a kind and gentle man who clearly loved thinking more cerebrally about life. I'm so saddened at his death but pleased to see that he followed his beliefs fully. My deepest sympathies to all Colin's family and friends at this tragic time.

Susan McMackin

Sun 17 Jul '05, 06:34 pm

I know someone who was deeply touched by Colin's brief acquaintance and devasted by his loss. I did not know Colin personally but the way he seemed to touch Marnie and many other's lives made me sorry I never had the priviledge of meeting him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of those who knew and loved Colin.

Rauf Jambaz

Sun 17 Jul '05, 06:37 pm

Dear Colin, It was a pleasure meeting you through Be The Change 2005 and I can only feel saddened by your sudden departure from this life but I am sure your spirit will live on to contribute to a better world. My deep condolenses to your family .

Ivan Konig

Sun 17 Jul '05, 06:42 pm

I did not know Colin well.We met when we sat side by side at a couple of meetings in London. What impressed me in our conversation, was his desire to move his own business experience and acumen to larger horizons. Marketing for what purposes and towards what ends? It takes courage later in life to practically respond to those questions when the innocence and ignorance of youth can no longer shield that leap....

Michael Brookes

Sun 17 Jul '05, 06:45 pm

I know Colin through various groups in London. He was a man whose great integrity was carried with humility, whose openness and depth inspired the hearts of those with whom he spent time. The world needs more people like Colin Morley.

Ursula Capell

Sun 17 Jul '05, 06:48 pm

Dear Colin,

I have met some very special people in my life and Colin you are one of them. Although I only had the privilege to know you in this life for such a short time in working on the Be The Change 2005 conference with you, you will forever be in my heart.

Whilst it I difficult to believe what has happened, I am inspired by the many tributes to respond in my thinking, my heart and resolve with love and forgiveness.

Thank you for the short time that I knew you.

My extra special memory of you was the gentle stroll towards Park Lane after our picnic in Hyde Park in early June with Susie enjoying the scent of the roses in the little rose garden . Conversation and experience at new levels - I was so excited, energised and inspired and I will cherish that always.

All my love and support to Ros, Jake, Oliver and Gavin, I am sure that you will draw great strength from the profound effect Colin had on so many people's lives - a true example of the individual impact that each of us as human beings can have on the world.

With much love

Ursula

Chrissie Sugden

Sun 17 Jul '05, 07:49 pm

Dear Colin,

Reading through the tributes I am awed by how many people you touched with your peaceful and loving presence. Yesterday I climbed Ben Nevis and left your photo and my tribute at the memorial. Your untimely death has reminded me of the preciousness of each moment, and of the depth of my desire to 'be the change'that this world is so in need of. For all your gifts, thank you.

vivienne mee

Sun 17 Jul '05, 08:30 pm

When I heard Colin was missing I recalled his presence at Be The Change. I remember hin as a deep man who spoke from the heart. I believe a person's presence grows deeper in our consciousness when they pass as I know Colin's already has with all of us. God Bless x

Ivan Sokolov

Sun 17 Jul '05, 11:34 pm

Dear Colin, I felt an instant connection with you at our first meeting 12 months ago that deepened with every subsequent meeting and all those Skype sessions. I was inspired by the sense that on every occasion you met me from a truly deep place inside, meeting from “emptiness” without the slightest sense of superficiality. Your inspired leadership in gently guiding the re-branding of Waymakers into Aliveware was such a delight to be part of. With your hand on the tiller it seemed so effortless – making the art and inspiration in you all the more wondrous. You said you wanted to be a “waymaker for whole system change” – the tributes on this page suggest you already are, and no doubt will continue to be. I send you and all those who will miss you my deepest love. Ivan

Marty Boroson

Sun 17 Jul '05, 11:39 pm

Colin and I met just a year ago, online, in a listserv for the Holotropic Breathwork community, and then we followed-up with a dinner in London. It was one of those wonderful first meetings when you find that you can travel together with someone to many different dimensions with great ease.

We shared an interest in organisational change and Open Space, but mostly what we talked about were his extraordinary holotropic experiences. (Among other things, he had experienced his own conception.) Colin was reeling from these but also profoundly opened and fascinated by them, and because of them, had become very interested in the sacred geometry of Lynnclaire Dennis. I can only hope that Colin's mystical experiences made his sudden transition a little easier.

What struck me most about Colin was his genuine humility. He was just so thoughtful and curious ...

I have lost a new old friend.

Thank you, Colin, and Godspeed ...

Tuvi Orbach

Mon 18 Jul '05, 01:16 am

I met Colin several times before and during the first and the second “Be The Change” conference, and I was very impressed by his personality. I learned to know him deeper and better during our private meetings and discussions- both about “Be the Change “ but even more when we shared with each other our visions and purpose s, and agreed to work together. I was looking for a unique person to join us as the Marketing Director of Health-Smart; A person that on one hand could be very good in leading the marketing of the company , and on the other hand would have values and deep understanding of the human aspects and the purpose of the company – to enhance quality of life. It was sheer bliss to find Colin – the ideal person – who shared the same values and purposes, understood everything, and at the same time could focus on practical suggestion, and had the right personal experience and background.. We planed to have our first planning meeting on the 8th of July, but we postponed it because I had to go to China for few days. I was shocked to hear about the disaster while I was in China, and was devastating to hear that Colin had been missing. There are no words that can express my sorrow. I quote the nice words that Ros Morely has written: …” we carry his positive spirit in us and will continue to spread his desire for peace and love in the world, and to make the world a better place”… I’m sending my deep condolences to Ros, Jake, Gavin and Oliver.

Annie Shepperd

Mon 18 Jul '05, 02:23 am

I met on Colin on two occasions and spoke on the phone and by e mail. His smiling face on this site just radiates his goodness. He was kind to me and he made my enthusiasm for change real and I so looked forward to working with him. It is not to be and the world is a sadder place for his departure. My thoughts are with his family for their loss in these tragic circumstances.He was a good man.Colin was special, i knew it just by being in his company and may he rest in peace Annie Shepperd

Kuldeep Dhillon (Mrs)

Mon 18 Jul '05, 09:35 am

Colin was a very well liked person at Quaker Oats Limited. My thoughts are with his family, it is a tragic that should have never happened to this wonderful person. My smypathy to his family, may god bless you all and give you the courage through this sorrowful time.

Wendy Strathdee

Mon 18 Jul '05, 10:30 am

It is many years since I worked with Colin at Quaker Oats but I still remember his cheerful attitude and the contribution he made. I send my sincere condolences and sympathy to his family.

Jas Ghandial

Mon 18 Jul '05, 10:42 am

I am deeply saddened by this news. I was Colin's secretary at Quaker Oats from 1987. Fond memories of Colin, he lived life to the full, his enthusiasm propelled others. Capable of great compassion and a keen listener, he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathy goes to Ros and the boys. God bless Colin. xxx

graham humphreys

Mon 18 Jul '05, 10:55 am

having not seen Colin for a long time - myself, my brother Dave & friends such as Alan Barwise, Gary Jones, John Townsend & another ex member of the band that Colin was part of that I haven't been in contact with for a long time - flautist Les. Sheils, go back on long way (the best part of our respective 50+ years.) - I think the last time I met them Colin & Ros. was when they visited "Doles Lane", a rented house just outside Wokingham that many of the above lived at for a period -I am still feeling very upset by our combined loss & I know that brother Dave is also saddenend by the loss of an old friend from many years ago in Crosby, Liverpool - as indeed is Bill Crompton, also an old member of the Crosby crowd that I haven't seen in a long time, who I see has also added a tribute.

On that basis I'd like to add my condolences to those listed & say that, sadly, this event seems to have brought a lot of people together, friends & business contacts alike, to grieve and I hope that Ros. & the family will gain strength from this.

Robin Alfred

Mon 18 Jul '05, 11:12 am

Dear Colin,

We met at Be The Change and spoke a few times. I sensed a connection that could grow given time and place. I was impressed and touched by your calmness, your soft and very human presence, your willingness to serve and offer yourself, your humility. I was really looking forward to your coming to Findhorn at the end of this month and to getting to know you better... it looks as though you didn't need to come here after all.

May your life be an inspiration to us all. May your family and friends find all the comfort and grace that they need.

With love and blessings on your journey,

Robin xx

Jacqui French

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:00 pm

I was really shocked to hear this trajic news, very sad. I worked with Colin when he was at One 2 One. He was an amazing person, always smiling, never let anything get to him. I remember one of the activities on our away day, 6 of us had our feet tied together and we held hands, I was next to Colin. Colin talked us through how we needed to climb over the ropes, he was a great leader. He will be truly missed by everyone who knew him. My deepest sympathies to his family. Jacqui xx

louise hollander

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:04 pm

I worked with Colin at Quaker on several training courses, he had a real kind heart, a genuinely lovely man. My thoughts are with his family

Rosemary (Australia)

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:04 pm

I have had only one direct contact with Be The Change, and my wish to have more is now heightened by the horror of the London bombings. Be The Change is such an important initiative for those who want to work with others for a better world, and the loss of one of its leaders in this carnage is a grievous illustration of the great need for this. Nothing can help his family or his friends at this time, but I hope that Colin's work and commitment will inspire and spur others to take his work forward and that this will give Colins's family some comfort in the future.

David Hollander

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:24 pm

Colin was a supportive colleague, when I worked with him at Quaker and an obliging friend later. He was a warm-hearted man and is a loss to us all, as well as most surely a terrible loss for his family, for whom my thoughts go out.

Michelle Samuels

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:26 pm

I feel honoured to have known this kind and gentle person. He was a wonderful boss at One2One. He ALWAYS had time for everyone. Such a sad loss. My prayers are with his family. Michelle

John Copeman

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:35 pm

Through my connection with David Taylor at Wakefield I had the pleasure to meet Colin briefly... This is a sad reminder that we must all focus and create peace in the world, and ensure that good souls like Colin are safe wherever they go. My thoughts go to Colins family, and let us remember always the echo that his commitment leaves for us to listen to...

Gordon Booker

Mon 18 Jul '05, 12:59 pm

We know your keeping an eye on us Colin,say hello to the Boss SHE/HE and i,ve no doubt we will meet one day so untill that day enjoy your well earned place in heavan. Gordon .

Ian Wright

Mon 18 Jul '05, 01:17 pm

I was fortunate to work with Colin at Quaker Oats in the mid-80's. I will always remember him as someone with great intellectual capacity and creativity, yet a man with no personal ego. He was a source of encouragement to all the 'Young Turks' at that time and a super guy to work for. My thoughts are with Colin's family, relatives and friends at this moment...

Helen Littleford (nee Bowley)

Mon 18 Jul '05, 01:25 pm

Dear Ros, Gavin, Oliver and Jake, I’ve found it so hard to write these words. It’s such awful, tragic news. I’m so sorry for your loss. I do hope you’re finding peace; I believe you will. I worked with Colin when he was at One 2 One. Colin was a joy to know and a person I hadn’t forgotten, and I never will. He was so kind, considerate, approachable, fun and mischievous at times! He was also brilliant at his job which made him an inspiration. It was fantastic to see him again just a couple of months ago when he came into T-Mobile and met some of us ‘oldies’ for lunch. I’m sure you know this already, but felt I must tell you how proud he was of his family. He spoke so fondly of you all and said that his boys are doing things that he’d always wanted to do but never did – therefore he was living his dreams through them. I just wanted to pass that on. I wish you future happiness and peace. My thoughts, love and best wishes are with you all. Helen x

Marilyn

Mon 18 Jul '05, 01:34 pm

Dear Colin, One2One days seem so long ago now, we had so much fun. I will always remember that time with the fondest of memories. I cannot believe you are not with us anymore. You treated everyone the same, you had time to talk to all of us, whatever their position. Never standoffish, always wanting to share a joke, but also serious about your work. You had it all Colin, just the right balance between work and home. You will be so missed. G-d bless you and your family. M

Justin Sacks

Mon 18 Jul '05, 01:38 pm

I met Colin just a few weeks before he died. As I have read in the many other contributions, our conversation was filled with hope and excitement. For me, the best way I can honor Colin's memory is to take forward those ideas and make them a reality. I hope many others will feel the same way, too.

john goff

Mon 18 Jul '05, 02:07 pm

I worked with Colin many years ago at Quaker. His enthusiasm, humour, and sheer humanity colour all my recollections of him. Gentle, caring, and considerate whilst being great at his job in the tough world of commerce.Colin was a joy to know. Sincere condolences to his wife and family.

Bruce Akhurst

Mon 18 Jul '05, 02:07 pm

Colin was a great colleague and a great person to know. I was shocked by the dreadful news. From the comments above though it is clear that Colin will be remembered, as a great guy, family man, and someone who in his work also has left a little of himself in so many things and places around the world all of which are that bit better because of his contribution..

Kus Meisuria

Mon 18 Jul '05, 02:37 pm

To Colin's family,

Please accept my sincere sympathies for your very sad loss. Colin was a very warm and likeable person, always smiling and happy. I worked with him in the hey days of One 2 One where we were going to conquer the world of mobiles with our innovative marketing campaigns........ Well it was a goal and we all had fun trying.

I will always remember Colin with pleasure and warmth. I feel bereft of words to offer any comfort during this very difficult time.

My thoughts are with you. Remember he has not gone away, think of him as being in the next room, always there with you, loving you and guiding you as he always did.

Colin - May you rest in peace.

Kus XX

Amit Vedhara

Mon 18 Jul '05, 02:46 pm

Colin was a gifted and happy, smiling boss to have when I first joined One 2 One and his energy, humour and enthusiasm was infectious. I learnt much from him and was often amazed at the insights he was able to bring to the table.

He touched my life in a very positive way and I'm glad to say he always made me smile at the end of the day despite any differences we may have had at work.

He will be sorely missed.

Kim Geddes

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:06 pm

Having worked for Colin at one2one, I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of his death. My thoughts are very much with his family (of whom he was immensely proud) at this terrible time.

Ivor

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:16 pm

My thoughts echo the feelings expressed by many others. I too worked with Colin at One2One and enjoyed the way he challenged me to think "out of the box".We both moved on and then bumped into each other four weeks ago not having seen or spoken for six years. We sat and had lunch while he enthusiatically told me all about "Be The Change". I had forgotten how his ideas could be so infectious. We e-mailed each other and talked about meeting up. That will now never happen. Its a sad loss.

Louise

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:36 pm

Colin was a one off, never to be repeated, his warmth , humour,humanity and intellect was immense. My thoughts are with his family at this shocking time.

Deb Seamark

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:41 pm

I remember talking and laughing so much in your garden last summer, that we completely failed to have the grown–up meeting we were meant to have – just as well, eh? I’ll remember you with a smile, and an extra reminder to live a true life. Thanks for that Colin, and goodbye.

Brian Morley

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:43 pm

Colin was my brother and my best friend. He was also my mentor, as he clearly was for so many people.

I will miss him more than words can say, but I am also immensely proud of him, of what he was doing, and of the impact that he has had on so many peoples' lives.

I can see from these wonderful tributes that he was greatly loved, and that his ideas will live on and that certainly makes the pain more bearable. I just want to echo Ros' thanks to everyone for your support for our family. Brian

Asher Rickayzen

Mon 18 Jul '05, 03:56 pm

I don't think that I have every worked with anyone as different from myself as Colin, nor with someone whose views I enjoyed so much! He was always challenging and the challenges which he laid down were years ahead of his time. I see resonances of his ideas from 5 years ago in so many things which are now coming to fruition. He was a true original, and like others of his ilk he has left a lasting impact which I hope is a small comfort to his family and friends.

To Colin's family, who I never met, he always spoke of you with huge pride and love. You were always the starting point when he described his world. You appeared on his slides in business presentations and in his words in private conversations. I send you my sympathies.

Colin really made a difference and will continue to do so.

Asher

Beth Upton

Mon 18 Jul '05, 06:16 pm

Colin, one of the most intriguing people i have ever met. Thank you so much for the time you took to spend with me, i always felt i had a lot to learn from you, and after reading all these comments it looks i wasn´t wrong!

Jake, Ros and the rest of the family, you are never out of my thoughts. Sorry I can´t be there with you, i am sending all my love. xxx Beth

Martin Hubbard

Mon 18 Jul '05, 06:39 pm

simply stunned by this terrible news...the sheer number of tributes and the emotions expressed on this site say far more about Colin than the words themselves.

To have touched so many people and to have generated such genuine respect and affection is testament to someone who indeed did make both a change and a difference.

God bless

Martin Hubbard

jo

Mon 18 Jul '05, 06:52 pm

i am very to sorry to hear of colins death, i only met him once or twice but he was a very pleasent man. My thoughts are with his friends and family im sure he will always be in our hearts.

Tim Yates

Mon 18 Jul '05, 06:54 pm

Colin and I worked together on and off for 7 years, during which time I had a huge respect for his high intellect and enormous integrity. He was a visionary thinker and I used to call him "the sage". We used to joke that when he retired he would sit outside in his garden contemplating life and thinking big thoughts. During his time in Ireland he made a major contribution to the quality of our Marketing thinking and execution. He could always be relied upon to be the voice of the customer and to keep us honest, even if it meant that he was zigging when everyone else was zagging. There will always be an endearing picture in my mind of Colin, facilitating one of his brainstorm sessions, surrounded by hundreds of multi coloured post it notes!

I know that he and Ros had some fantastic weekends together in Ireland following their respective passions for reading and painting.

He will be greatly missed by us all.

Tim Yates

Chief Marketing Officer

Dee Gunning

Mon 18 Jul '05, 07:32 pm

During Colin's time in Ireland, I worked with him on several Vodafone advertising campaigns. On one of our Client-Agency nights out, we realised we shared similar tastes in music so I did my best to introduce him to some great Irish bands that he might not have come across in the UK. That became the starting point of some great chats thereafter. Colin was a very kind man and I am very glad to have met him. My thoughts, love and sympathy are with his family at this sad time.

A

Mon 18 Jul '05, 07:48 pm

He has such a good face

michael herman

Mon 18 Jul '05, 07:51 pm

i'd only just met colin, last november or so. we traded some emails, cross-posted in our weblogs. he was the first person i got out to have lunch with when i moved to london.

like so many others, i was expecting and hoping for more time with him. in our brief time together, he seemed to have a lightness about things, even about shocking and difficult things. i'd like to remember that lightness.

Julia Shalet

Mon 18 Jul '05, 08:51 pm

Colin was my senior manager when I moved in to Marketing at One 2 One. We found a connection very quicky as hippies in the corporate machine. We also shared an appreciation of cheekiness! On those bases, he provided me with a secure foundation and the opportunity at the start of my working life to have the courage to be myself. A few weeks ago, we were chatting on email - he was mentoring me once again. At the time I read his email over and over again as it really made me chuckle, was highly uplifting and incredibly helpful. I always thought of a time when we would work together again - particularly in a Be the Change type scenario.
It was so strange that the old One 2 One crowd were all due to meet on the Thursday after his death - the day of the memorial in Trafalgar Square - at a pub in the same location. The last thing we expected was that it would be our memorial to Colin.
I am so sad about this tragedy and I can only echo the sentiments of others and push love to Ros and the boys. Colin - I will always remember you - your soul shone through your eyes. I treasure your memory.

clare.chapman

Mon 18 Jul '05, 08:55 pm

Colin will indeed be sorely missed. I worked with Colin at Quaker Oats in the UK many years ago and he is one of the people who I look back on as having had a significantimpact on me. Colin was hugely talented and yet had the grace to help the people around him also be big.

My heart goes out to all those who love him, what a loss.

Much love and prayers,

Clare Chapman

Bill Best

Mon 18 Jul '05, 09:06 pm

I will always treasure the thoughts I have of working with Colin. I was in charge of Network Operations at one2one when Colin was charged with putting a new public face to the company - something he did with great panache - Colin did everything with great panache. I learnt so much from Colin not just about Branding (Colin suffered us ‘techies’ with great patience) but about people and life. Colin was always charming, friendly, approachable – and great fun. My deepest sympathies to Colin’s family.

Tina Harrison

Mon 18 Jul '05, 09:39 pm

Colin hired me at One 2 One, and gave me a great job and a great break in my career. I remember him ringing me and saying "I can't make my mind up whether to hire you" and I said "you're a typical man", but he wasn't - he was honest and open and brave enough to tell it like it is. I saw him a couple of months ago and he seemed to have really found his niche, somewhere between the principles of marketing, and his desire to change the world. He was someone I was always glad to see and I'm grateful I got a chance to see him so recently. I am grateful to him.
I send my condolences to his family who I know he loved so much. Tina xx

Manesh Lakhani

Mon 18 Jul '05, 11:13 pm

Colin, A great friend and colleague. An inspiration and a man that will never be forgotten.

My deepest sympathies to Ros and family. Manesh

Keith Clarke

Tue 19 Jul '05, 05:58 am

I've known Colin for 36 years, in London where we shared a house for while when he was at the LSE, in Liverpool, we even spent some time together in Leeds where he grew up. I can't express my sense of loss.

Some years another friend, Isaac Guillory, recorded a variation of Thanksgiving Eve -

It's so easy to think of the times gone by It's a hard thing to think of the times to come And the grace to accept your time as a gift Is a gift that is given to some

What can you do but work all your days Let your dreams bind your work to your play What can you do with each moment of your life But love til you've loved them away

There are sorrows enough for the whole world's end There are no guarantees but the grave And this life that I live & the time I have spent Is a treasure too precious to save.

I spent far too little time with Ike or with Colin. I remember Colin playing with ironic marketing slogans to wake us all up; "Procastinate Now!". Didn't I just.

Kate

Tue 19 Jul '05, 07:48 am

I was just a small bod, pouring out water at the last be the change but I remembered Colin clearly when I saw his photo - a beautiful, open, enthusiastic, friendly brother who made me feel very welcome. A being of Light! I send a circle of love around his family and friends at this time of loss and pray that they are always aware of his eternal presence. May we be ever open to his love and inspiration. x x x

Dee Raja

Tue 19 Jul '05, 07:49 am

I knew Colin at Quaker Oats. Although it was a long time ago, I can remember him very clearly. Warm, smiling, fun to work with, big heart, no 'side', striving to improve the business - these are the things that come back to me.

A family man who often talked about his beloved boys and enjoyed his life outside the office. He was a lovely guy, in the best possible sense of that phrase. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.

Alenka

Tue 19 Jul '05, 08:29 am

I met Colin at BTC 2005.Our first conversation was in a small circle preparing the world cafe for the conference.He touched my with his warmth,sinceretiy,calming presence and energy.Always running through the corridors with a smile. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Enda Lynch

Tue 19 Jul '05, 10:45 am

I worked with Colin for just under a year when he oversaw the brand, marcomms and sponsorship team team in Vodafone Ireland. Having just joined the company myself, Colin was a fantastic leader to have, always challenging, always pushing the limits of our thinking.

I shared many chats with Colin about a dream I have for my working life, and he helped me to begin pursuing that dream, something I'm doing this very day. That guidance will never be forgotten.

On a personal level, he was one of the warmest, kindest, most gentle spirits you could ever meet, evident in everything he did and in the love and respect for his family who he talked about all the time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm dhilis

Alan Boniface

Tue 19 Jul '05, 10:51 am

I am shocked and saddened of the news of Colin's passing. I knew Colin in my days at One2One from 1998 to 2002. He always struck me as a person of honour, someone we could all aspire to be like - intelligent, inspirational, witty and caring with a genuine soul. The world is a lesser place now. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace Colin.

john mills

Tue 19 Jul '05, 11:10 am

I have just heard thru the ex-Quaker network. I am deeply saddened and angry too. What did a man like Colin ever do to hurt anyone? To see these tributes makes one feel very humble - would the same wonderful things be said of us all - I doubt it. I knew Colin at Quaker many years ago. He was Marketing Manager, I was an Account Manager. He was intelligent, gentle and yet strong in his views. He always had time or made time. I cannot add to the eloquent and heartfelt messages left below except to say to his family: Be strong, remember the good things and live your life to the full. The Colin I knew would hate his family and friends to dwell in sadness....

Claire Wynne Hughes

Tue 19 Jul '05, 01:28 pm

I worked with Colin at One2One ...like so many others who have shared their thoughts on this site...and have good memories of those days. I remember Colin and Ros hosting a barbeque for a few of us at their home (many years ago now)...and sharing a very happy evening. It's hard to take in the news...so sad...and such a waste. Colin was a very special man... very warm...very human...very clever ...very knowledgeable- He'll be so missed by many. My thoughts are with his family

Gavin Morley

Tue 19 Jul '05, 02:12 pm

Dear Col, your fathering was superb. We shared football, tennis, maths, books, music, swimming, ice-skating (including going backwards), windsurfing and meditation. Your boogie-woogie piano reminds me of the enthusiasm you brought to so many activities. Later, we were close friends, and it is for this that I am most grateful. A lot of love passed between us and the flow continues. Gav

Michael Peters

Tue 19 Jul '05, 02:18 pm

Today we learned of the tragic passing of Colin, a dear friend, a wonderful inspiration and a marvellous client. There is a saying in the Book of Ethics of the Fathers which says ‘he who has made a good name has made it for himself’ and never was a thought so appropriate as to this wonderful human being. His gentleness, his kindness, his ability to turn dark into light are something that we shall always remember. We were proud to be an extended part of his family and we would love to help in the perpetuation of his greatness, to use our design skills for whatever memorial that his family consider appropriate. Our thoughts are now towards his family but what they should always remember is that he was an icon of his time. We are shocked and saddened by the way Colin was taken from us but his memory will forever live in our hearts.

janice and andrew gilbert

Tue 19 Jul '05, 02:55 pm

our heartfelt sympathy on your sudden and tragic loss - we send to you Ross and the boys and to your whole extended family our deepest sympathy and wish you good speed for the future - with much love janice and andrew gilbert and family - jackie's good friends x

Mike and Malou Anson

Tue 19 Jul '05, 03:21 pm

Dear Colin,

Malou and I will always remember you... all those wonderful days we spent together, the crazy group toboggan rides at Arosa, your so generous contributions to our common visions, your wonderous spirit.... we will miss you so much Colin... and we'll feel your spirit with us every day... Love, Mike and Malou Anson

Jackie Gilmore

Tue 19 Jul '05, 03:41 pm

Words cannot convey what we are feeling but a small comfort is to know the legacy Colin has left behind. We will miss him so much and our thoughts are with my sister Ros, Gavin, Oliver and Jake, Brian, Gill and families at this sad time. All our love, Jackie, Adam and Emma

Thomas Herrmann

Tue 19 Jul '05, 03:42 pm

Dear Colin It was so nice to meet you last December when you visited Sweden to join the workshop with Harrison Owen on The Practice of Peace. I can still see your bright smiling face. I am greatful that I had the opportunity to meet you. I wish to express my deepest sympathy and support to your family and all your friends. Thomas Herrmann, Sweden.

Bill Tieman

Tue 19 Jul '05, 04:02 pm

Colin and I were often competing with battling agendas but his wicked humour and enthusiastic persistence usually won the day, always admired how he made the transition from one industry to the inbred wireless world at One2One with such ease, you often forget some of the people you work with, not Colin!

Manny Amadi

Tue 19 Jul '05, 04:28 pm

You truly were a blessed man Colin. If there ever was a man who lived his values and did his best in any setting to connect people to their sense of self and underlying purpose, it was you. Something clicked when I met you at One2One, it clicked big time when we met again at Vodafone and subsequently. You remain an inspiration. And if proof were needed of this great attribute of yours, I just read it in your son Gavin's message to you. As a father of 4 young boys, I know that my life would have been of great value if I can feel that my children come to count me the sort of friend and role model Gavin clearly considers you to be...

Tim Samples

Tue 19 Jul '05, 05:10 pm

Colin, peace be with you. I have many fond memories of my working relationship with Colin, mostly though he introduced us to the term "Gravitas". The very being of our existence, the reason we live and breath and the purpose for our drive and ambitions. In many ways Colin was the gravitas of One2One, the forward face and expression of the Company and the driving force for our purpose. As I read the tributes it is easy to understand Colin's gravitas. It is clear his purpose and being and his ability to touch others. I had only a few years to know Colin and I treasure those. My heart-felt sympathies to your family.

David Lillycrop

Tue 19 Jul '05, 06:05 pm

I worked with Colin for 4 years in the 1980s at Quaker and lost touch with him when I moved on. I remember him - his humour, his openness, his warmth - so vividly, when the image of many others I knew at the time has faded away. I am appalled at this wasted life. The memories, though, will be with me forever.

John Mitchell

Tue 19 Jul '05, 06:14 pm

Colin was my client when he was working with Vodafone UK. We didn’t always agree but he was always kind, humble and honourable…tragically the qualities that made him stand apart are those that his attackers so gravely lacked. My sincerest condolences to his family and all who loved him, especially to Oliver, who’s sponsored walk was every bit as exciting to Colin as the long forgotten campaign we were working together on.

Roz Clarke

Tue 19 Jul '05, 06:50 pm

I've known Colin for 33 years - my whole life - yet at the same time I didn't know him at all. It's easy for a child to take adults for granted, and to me Colin was just another one of the beautiful, talented, caring people who surrounded me when I was growing up in Fulham. I didn't realise how blessed I was - by all of you. Colin's loss has shaken me at the roots, but it is humbling to see how many people share the grief. Colin obviously blessed the lives of so many people - he has left this world a better place for his being in it - and how many people can claim that?

Isobel Kenyon

Tue 19 Jul '05, 07:45 pm

All Colin's former colleagues at Vodafone UK are shocked by this news and extend our deepest sympathies to his family. My memories of Colin will be his laughter when I forced him to join me on the dodgems at our Christmas party in 2001, his generosity when I was constantly nagging for sponsorship and for his honest, fair and encouraging feedback on any creative work I had to present to him. A lovely man, who won't be forgotten.

Gerhard Bizer

Tue 19 Jul '05, 08:50 pm

dec 2004 i was walking with you through the forest in wendelsberg in sweden, where we had a few moments of walking together. i can clearly remenber when you took the mobile in the closing circle and said "oh shit" and so do i today when i heard the said news. my thoughts are with your family. be blessed - gerhard

Mac

Tue 19 Jul '05, 10:15 pm

Colin was going to come down to Embercombe this summer. We had exchanged dates, and we awaited his visit. At the conference he demonstrated a kindness, a humanity, a consideration, and a gentle humour that touched me deeply. It touched others as well. I never had the opportunity to know Colin well, but I had an intuitive sense of his generosity and openness to friendship at our first meeting. Something inside of me hurts to know that we will not now have the honour of welcoming him to our home and budding social enterprise. This autumn/winter we will be planting several thousand trees, amongst them will be a copse that we will name after Colin. His story will be shared and he will be remembered, and others will find inspiration, because this work we do, this work that Colin was a leader of, will not halt with death, your death, my death. We go on, and the flowering tree will yet again yield fruit, and we will, like Colin, eventually find our way back home.

Mac

Liz & Bob Thomason

Tue 19 Jul '05, 10:18 pm

We knew Colin when he worked at Quaker and were truly saddened by his untimely death. Today, we were looking at some photos from that time with Colin in them. They brought back really good memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ros and the family.

Jonny Gilmore

Tue 19 Jul '05, 11:25 pm

Colin was a wonderful member of the extended Gilmore family, was one of my parents' best mates, and as I grew up, he became a close friend of mine and a mentor to me and my brothers. Col was a great friend and inspiration to me and my family. I can only now, on seeing these tributes begin to contemplate just how lucky we were to have known him. My love, thoughts and prayers go to Ros, Gav, Ol, Jake, Brian and family and Gill and family. Jonny and Emma.

Jan Peters

Tue 19 Jul '05, 11:58 pm

I worked with Colin at One2One for a short duration in '96-'97. He was a delight to work with and I'm saddened at the senseless loss. My condolences to his family and friends.

Claus Urch

Wed 20 Jul '05, 12:10 am

Colin, I never had the opportunity to know you but I'm certain you would have made a lasting impression upon me as you have with all those who knew you and who share their thoughts of you here on this page. Such a tragedy and waste. Condolences from the USA.

Graham Ford

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:16 am

I worked with Colin during his time in Vodafone UK. He was a real pleasure to work with, and I have happy memories of the time I spent in his company. He was a special person and will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family. Graham

karen gorrin

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:53 am

Colin - Word of your death brought deep sadness to my heart. We never met in person, but I sincerely appreciated your contributions on Open Space and LinkedIn. Your wise and gentle soul will be missed. May your family find comfort in their memories.

Sue Spencer Knight

Wed 20 Jul '05, 07:39 am

Colin's legacy of love and acceptance of being open to what happens in the now lives on powerfully through the people that he has touched as I witnessed today in a group of friends and trainers today. I never met you in person Colin but I feel as though I have from the way that others live out your message of love, Sue Knight

Jacqui French

Wed 20 Jul '05, 07:49 am

I was really shocked to hear this trajic news, very sad. I worked with Colin when he was at One 2 One. He was an amazing person, always smiling, never let anything get to him. I remember one of the activities on our away day, 6 of us had our feet tied together and we held hands, I was next to Colin. Colin talked us through how we needed to climb over the ropes, he was a great leader. He will be truly missed by everyone who knew him. My deepest sympathies to his family. Jacqui xx

Liz Holmes

Wed 20 Jul '05, 08:18 am

I met Colin in 1973 in London when we shared the house in Fulham. I do remember that he was kind, very shy and laughed a lot! He was possibly the only person that ever complimented me on my singing –- as I say he was kind --. Thanks Colin! My deepest sympathies to Ros and family.

Gillian Adams

Wed 20 Jul '05, 09:06 am

I met Colin for the first time at this year's Be The Change Conference. We were together in one of the World Cafe discussions and had a conversation together afterwards. He immediately impressed me as a man of deep integrity, sincere, honest and open. My heart goes out to his family and friends at this very sad time. May we all continue to be inspired by the example of someone who lived life in a full and committed way and contributed so much to those around him.

Jyoti Dhar

Wed 20 Jul '05, 09:35 am

It's incredible to see how many lives have been touched by one soul - Ollie, one of my dearest friends, now I see where you get it from, x

Arvind Devalia

Wed 20 Jul '05, 09:37 am

I never met Colin in person but have heard so much about him in the last week. He was a deeply loving, caring and compassionate man.

We have lost a very special human being. It is now up to all of us to continue his work and collectively change the world in Colin's vision of it.

Reading your tributes Colin, you are the sort of human being we all want to aspire to be. Thank you for being you.

Helen Say

Wed 20 Jul '05, 10:10 am

I was fortunate to know Colin from the One2One marketing days and remember him as warm, approachable, talented and very human with a great passion for what we could achieve as a team. He was the driving force behind the many of our most successful advertising campaigns and so engendered a great deal of respect among his colleagues. I hadn't thought about him in years until a couple of months ago when he visited the T-Mobile offices and we met in the restaurant. We only had a brief chat but the smile and the hug he gave me lit my day and made me feel like he counted me among his friends. To Ros and the boys, I can only offer my deepest condolences; I'm sure you realise from the many tributes here that he has left behind a great legacy and will not be forgotten. My love to you all.

Neil Bent

Wed 20 Jul '05, 11:28 am

Colin and I hadn't spoken for over three years until a week or so before his tragic passing. We swapped memories of the good old days at One 2 One, talked about our lives since then; changing priorities, exploring our passions and starting our own businesses. He was happy. He told me so. He was proud of his family too. And he was excited about the future. As usual he was kind, supportive and full of offers of help. We arranged to meet up and set a date to speak again. Then came the devastating news.

For a man who works with words every day of his life, I was left empty. Speechless. Angry, upset, full of disbelief and without the vocabulary to express my shock, sadness and disgust. Our time as colleagues was short. Sadly, our time as friends was even shorter but no matter how long we knew each other, my like, trust and respect for Colin couldn't have been stronger. I have cried for him. I miss him. And I will never forget him.

Liz Archer

Wed 20 Jul '05, 11:43 am

I was shocked and shaken to hear of Colin's death in the bombings, and I want to send to his wife and family my deepest sympathies and support. I remember so well a fascinating supper conversation with him one warm summer evening on Brighton beach a couple of years ago. I found him a sensitive, thoughtful and gentle man, and I was very glad to meet up with again at the last Be The Change conference. His death was so cruel and apparently meaningless, but his life was certainly anything but that. In the face of a tragedy of this kind we must try to hold onto our experience of what was good and strong in his life, and not become overwhelmed by anger, regret or sadness at his death. The positive legacy of his work and vision is what we need to try and remember. Thank you, Colin.

Liz

David Taylor

Wed 20 Jul '05, 12:00 pm

Colin touched many people through his work with us at the Yorkshire Leadership Programme. We are sad and thinking about him and his family; his spirit will be there with us all as we continue with the work. With love and sadness and hope.

John Townsend

Wed 20 Jul '05, 12:22 pm

The first time I met Colin was in about 1970 in Crosby, Merseyside. I'd been playing guitar in a kind of post-psychedelic rock group (we were very young!) with Garry Jones & Alan Barwise, amongst others; I went off to Exeter for a year & when I came back found they'd renamed the group (Nexus), replaced me with this hot young curly-haired piano player (Colin) & were doing jazz...& it was very good. I played with them sometimes but I'm not sure I was really up to it...more Jack White than Pat Metheny. The last time I saw Colin was a chance encounter on Lime St Station in Liverpool in I think about 1986, I was arriving to visit & he was returning from a meeting; we exchanged a few emails a few years ago but didn't meet again. Like Bill Crompton, I guess I thought we'd be bound to bump into each other again sometime. I'm moved by the number of tributes to Colin & their content which shows that he was such a well-loved man; he deserves it. Bless you Colin, love to Ros & the children.

Norman & Pat Revill

Wed 20 Jul '05, 01:30 pm

I first met Colin when he was Chair of the parents' exec of the 3rd Totteridge Scouts in the late 80's. We discovered we were fellow Liverpool grammar school boys - he at the Collegiate, me at Quarry Bank - and music fanatics.

Colin was one ace piano player - when it came to boogie-woogie, he truly had "a left hand like God". We played a few things together, at his house and friends' parties. The Stones' "Sweet Virginia" was a particular favourite, as I knew the guitar chords and Colin easily transcribed it for piano. Last thing he did for me at his house was introduce me to the music of scouse band Gomez (Southport's close enough!) and show me his website idea for encouraging people to achieve their dreams.

His smile, his enthusiasm, his questioning intelligence... yes, Colin Morley was a very good man, kind, sensitive and wonderful, engaging company.

Deepest sympathy to poor Ros and their three fine sons. Our loss for not seeing more of him, this last year or so. Colin, keep on rockin' kid.

Simon Greenwood

Wed 20 Jul '05, 04:34 pm

Colin was an inspiration to so many, but I’ll always remember my uncle as a man who had great love for all of his extended family, and who had time for everyone. If any of us ever asked him for guidance or mentoring, he was always so genuinely willing to give up his time – even to friends of mine who he had never even met. Even after his vast achievements and experiences, the thing that pleased him most was that they enabled him to help and advise other people, and I think this is testament to his deeply kind and generous nature.

You'll be sorely missed by all of us.

Steve & Debbie Greenwood

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:15 pm

We have known Colin for over 25 years. Our family remembers Colin as a very keen sporting and musical person. During some joint family holidays he was always to be seen on his beloved wind surfing board. In fact he also helped our sons Ben and Simon to learn to windsurf. He had also offered to help Sarah recently with her decision to follow an advertising course at university. His love of Marketing coupled with the many companies he worked for certainly made him a unique source of personal and business related advice. We will also remember his helpful advice to us when Steve started up his computer business in the early 80's. His recent venture involving environmental issues and change will live on through others. Colin will be greatly missed by all the Greenwoods. Our thoughts and deepest sympathy go to Ros, Gavin, Oliver and Jake. Brian, Gillian and families. Love to you all from Debbie(Ros's sister), Steve and Sarah. xxx

Randy Oster

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:21 pm

I only knew Collin for a few weeks while working at One2One in the mid-90's. But I remember him a a good person who was always willing to help an American visitor get the job done. He always made me feel welcome during some very difficult times there.

My condolences to his family and friends.

Godspeed, Colin.

Randy Oster Denver, Colorado, USA

charlotte scarrott

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:33 pm

There are no words that can make it feel any better but Colin will not be forgotten by those who worked with him.

Joan Clow

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:36 pm

Dear Colin, I knew you many years ago at Quaker but never forgot you.Your lovely face your charm your eloquence your wit. You always found time to chat and be friendly. I've read all the loving thoughts from your friends and family, you were truly a great man. My thoughts and love go out to your wife and family and friends.Loves last gift remembrance.

Pat

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:36 pm

I too worked with Colin when he was at One 2 One and saw him a couple of months ago for what unbelievably now was the last time. I keep coming back to this site to look at his picture as it really captures the essence of him as he was taken from us - he seemed truly at one with himself, content with having achieved and yet still ready to achieve great things - so cool as well! My sincere condolences to Ros, the boys and all his family.

Simon Greenwood

Wed 20 Jul '05, 05:46 pm

Colin was an inspiration to so many, but I’ll always remember my uncle as a man who had great love for all of his extended family, and who had time for everyone. If any of us ever asked him for guidance or mentoring, he was always so genuinely willing to give up his time – even to friends of mine who he had never even met. Even after his vast achievements and experiences, the thing that pleased him most was that they enabled him to help and advise other people, and I think this is testament to his deeply kind and generous nature.

You'll be sorely missed by all of us.

Christine Miller

Wed 20 Jul '05, 06:12 pm

I met Colin for the first time at the 2005 "Be The Change" event, and he welcomed me with great warmth and charm. We had several conversations over the three days and I felt very connected with him, having a strong sense of his kindness. I am deeply sad that he has left this life, and offer love and blessings to Colin's family and those who were privileged to know him much better than I. There is still a sense of connection now though, and I'm sure he knows how much he is appreciated, and how sadly missed.

Patti

Wed 20 Jul '05, 06:22 pm

I am so sorry for your loss. I have only recently become aware of Colin's work and was excited to learn more. I hope we can all carry forward his vision of being the change we wish to see.

Richard de Smith

Wed 20 Jul '05, 08:18 pm

I am deeply saddened. My heart goes out to Ros,Gavin,Oliver and Jake Brian,Gillian and Families

Pete Farrand

Wed 20 Jul '05, 08:54 pm

Colin enthused about life and what could be done like no one else. Funny the things you recall - 20+ years ago at Quaker.... the shared pleasure of writing a strategic plan in as few words as possible but polished like a pebble, his rediscovery of Paul McCartney's genius, his patience.

David

Wed 20 Jul '05, 08:58 pm

I feel something of a fraud writing something here, as I did not know Colin closely.

Colin was one of my first customers in a new job, in his time at Vodafone. He was challenging, interested, interesting, a good marketer and a good man. He moved on from his role and was no longer involved in our work. Our contract was put up for pitch and he went out of his way to ring me with some thoughts as to how we should position ourselves. Having read the commentary of so many friends and colleagues here, that seems typical of Colin as a professional and a human, humane being. The bombs saddened me but felt a bit abstract until I found out about Colin today. Now they feel very real. How awful.

My condolences and best wishes to Colin's family and friends.

John Billett

Wed 20 Jul '05, 10:49 pm

Colin holds a special place in the annals of our company. He employed our services on 4 separate occasions at Weetabix; One to One; Vodafone UK and Vodafone Ireland. He always demanded the best we could offer pushing us forward with his enquiring mind and asking the best questions. But he was equally forthcoming in his praise and appreciatiation. A delight to work for as an operator and a delight to be with as a friend. I shall now have to maintain our jazz appreciation ensemble as a soloist but my improvisations can't compare with his inspiration. With love to Ros

John Gilbert

Wed 20 Jul '05, 10:58 pm

Colin was my cousin. We went on holiday together as a family when we were growing up. Our lives took different paths and we met again at our aunt's funeral last year with our other cousins and reconnected after over 20 years. He was the same generous, positive, warm hearted person and interested in what everyone was doing.

We all agreed that it was a pity that we should get together again to catch up and Colin was deputed to arrange it. We shall indeed all meet up again through him, but not as we intended. I feel the loss of the opportunity to get to know him again and fill the gap of all the years.

Our love, heart and prayers go out for Ros and the family.

harriet Jackson

Thu 21 Jul '05, 12:12 am

Although I did not know Colin personally, I am deeply saddened to receive the news of his loss under such tragic circumstances. I send my condolences to his family and friends...

Alastair Gilchrist

Thu 21 Jul '05, 12:26 am

I once asked Colin what he did in his spare time - he admitted somewhat bashfully that he was addicted to self-help books! Who needed self-help with Colin around? Reading through all the tributes, I still don't understand how someone who thought themselves introverted and shy could make such an impact on so many lives. Someone who for many years drank only hot water. Looking on the internet for inspiration I found a quote (from a famous psychoanalyst) suggesting six essential qualities that are the key to success: sincerity, personal integrity, humility, courtesy, wisdom and charity. To Colin, the most successful man I'm ever likely to meet.

Heather Morley

Thu 21 Jul '05, 10:26 am

I have always said to Brian that Colin was 10 years ahead of his time. Whether it was food, ecology or new, more intelligent ways of doing business, Colin somehow knew it first. Aside from that prescience, he was also an enormously gifted musician and apparently an ace table tennis player in his teens, among other sporting abilities. We are all so lucky to have known him, and to have learnt from him. All our love to Ros, Gavin, Oliver and Jake, from Heather (Brian's wife, Colin's sister-in-law), Kat, William and Ella - Brian having already written his piece.

Ros Stone

Thu 21 Jul '05, 11:02 am

I remember playing table tennis with Colin, and not winning a single point; I remember Colin's wonderful boogie woogie piano playing at my house. A