Mark in typical pose. As used at his funeral 14/08/2017
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Mark Colin Cobb (13 Apr 1969 - 20 Jul 2017)
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In loving memory of Mark Colin Cobb who sadly passed away on 20th July 2017. Mark passed suddenly and unexpectedly on this date, his 10th anniversary of his civil partnership to Simon, his partner of nearly 20 years. His loss has affected more people than he would ever have believed possible. He is missed by his family, his friends and all who loved him.
Mark was a character larger than life, saw joy in all that he threw himself into and always saw a "glass half full". His irreverent humour, his cheeky remarks on social media, his innuendo and dirty laugh will be sorely missed by so many. Mark was always willing to help someone if they were in need, would turn his hand to any challenge, some more successfully than others (he was no cook), and more often than not would succeed at what challenged him.
He relished his role as Grandad to his beloved grandson Joe, to whom our hearts go out. His parents, sisters, nieces and nephews have lost a natural phenomenon in their lives, that will leave a huge void that can never be filled. And his partner Simon has been bereft of his guide through life, his partner, best friend, soul-mate and the person who made him feel whole.
Mark, you truely were unique, a one-off who was loved by so many that the world is a less joyful place now that you are absent from it. Sleep well, and your flame will be carried for you by those who are left behind
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Mark at his usual activity, eating cake. Used at his funeral on 14/08/2017
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It's so hard to put my feelings down in words. I have started this many times but it just hasn't been right but here goes.
We have only known each other around 6 years, around the time we discovered we were going to be grandparents! The first time we really met properly was in the delivery suite! We were far too young to have a grandson!! That little lad brought us all together. You were a wonderful grandad to him and he loved his Saturdays spent with you, as did I when Emily and I joined you on trips out. It always made me giggle when Joe called me mum and you Grandad! I joked you looked far too young to be my dad!!
You were such a great friend, you were always there when I needed you. The last time I saw you was when you were running to my rescue with the Vax after Emily spilt detergent on my carpet! Nothing was too much trouble for you. I miss you so much. We were meant to be bringing Joe up together and now you have been torn away from us. He has lost so much in his short life, he needed you :-(
We will always keep your memory alive for him, he'll never forget the time he spent with you.
Sleep well until we all meet again. Love, always xxx
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Goodbye Mark - you will be sorely missed at Saturn Spraying Systems Ltd. xx
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Miss you so much my dearest friend. xx
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Words will never express our feelings in our loss of a wonderful man XX
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Forever in my thoughts. Love you and miss you xx Sandy
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I know we had our differences at times but being so alike we did clash sometimes. Glad to say I take after you in so much ways. Hard to express how hard this has affected me. I'm so glad I managed to have you in my life when I could and the same for my darling son Joe. I will always miss you and love you so so much. I know you will be looking down on us all and my heart goes out to Simon and all your family. Love you dad xxxxxxxxx rest in peace you amazing man
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Always thinking of your Mark. All our love. Mum and Dad xx
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Always thinking of you Mark. All our love. Mum and Dad xx
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Always thinking of you Mark. All our love, Mum and Dad xx
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Thinking of you mark and still can't believe it. You and simon have been so good to me in the tears gone by and I will always treasure the giggles we had at the club.RIP Mark xxx
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Goodbye my dearest, wonderful friend - I'm sending you big hugs. Miss you very much. Xx
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I may not of seen you for many years. But you will always be my friend even though you now reside in a different place. Trace xx
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To my wonderful Grandad Mark, you were a brilliant Grandad to me. In the short time we had together we made so many memories, from swimming and singing the Purple Pants song while getting dried, to going out to Moors Valley and riding the trains all day, to scootering together and having fun at the skate parks, going to the steam rally and the funfair. Going home to find Grandad Simon had made a massive train track. Going to see Nanny Margaret and Pap, seeing Auntie Hayley, meeting Auntie Sue. So many amazing memories have been made and I will never forget them. I miss you so much and wish we had got to spend more time together. Love you lots like jelly tots. Always, Joe xxx
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OMG how lovely. Tears again but happy tears. Love you Joe and we will all see you very soon. Love Auntie Hayley, Uncle Paul, Alicia and Caitlin xx
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Tears from me too. We all wish we had more time with Grandad Mark, but he is still watching us all from his rainbow in Heaven. Lots of love, Grandad Simon xx
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The first time I meet Mark was on Saturday 17th June; after a long 28 hour flight from New Zealand. I was finally getting to meet Sue's very much adored; and loved brother; the man I had heard so much about. After clearing customs we made our way to the arrivals hall at Heathrow Airport. I was actually really nervous about meeting him, but those nerves soon disappeared.
I was the first to spot Mark (he wasn't exactly easy to miss!) he was wearing a bright orange t-shirt that said in very big letters "Sorry I'm late I didnt want to come". I remember turning to Sue and saying "OMG there he is, I can't believe he's wearing that t-shirt!" Instantly he came over to us and wrapped his arms around his big sister! As I was still in shock over the orange t-shirt, he soon let Sue go and with open arms wrapped his arms around me. His warmth and openness made me instantly feel at ease.
Over the next 3 hours, as we headed back to Poole; Mark and I spent our journey talking about so many things! We laughed, shared stories and I got to know so many wonderful things about Simon and my new Cobb family. I really don't know how Sue managed to fall asleep in the back seat of the car as "WE" ( I really mean Mark) didn't shut up, all the way home!
To this day I still can't make sense of what has happened? why we are experiencing this traumatic loss of such a loved husband, son, brother, uncle, grandad and friend. But I do know this, all of our lives have been blessed to have shared these moments with Mark, whether it be an orange t-shirt, a piece of cake or the longest hug at the airport! Those moments we will hold in our hearts forever.
To my dear Sue, Simon, Hayley, Joe, Mum & Papa-nini, no words could ever express how deeply saddened I am to share in the loss of Mark. My time with him I will cherish forever!
R.I.P Mark, your contagious laugh, your positivity, warmth, love and humour will be in my heart always.
Sarah xx
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Who would have thought this was going to be the last time I was going to see you Mark. I feel blessed to have had that time with you when I did. I love and miss you very much. xxxxxxx
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Mark, my life is hollow without you, I look for you at every turn, my heart aches and the pain I feel is always there. But I will carry all of that in memory of you, knowing that there is still so much left to do to honour you. I will love you for eternity xx
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Love you babes, you and all of us will always do him proud xx
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Mark in typical pose. As used at his funeral 14/08/2017
Mark at his usual activity, eating cake. Used at his funeral on 14/08/2017
Who would have thought this was going to be the last time I was going to see you Mark. I feel blessed to have had that time with you when I did. I love and miss you very much. xxxxxxx
A lovely day of fun and laughter with our grandchildren
Mark and Simon. There are never enough words to show how grateful I am for what you both done for me. Forever in our hearts. Kim and Mindy ❤❤❤
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