Martin Christopher Collett

1979 - 2007

Location	Exmouth
Age	28 years
Cause of Death	Suicide
Date of Birth	23/03/1979
Date of Death	03/06/2007
Visitors	2,792 since 02/07/2007
Creator	Kate Collett

'Weep not for me and sorrow take; just love my children for my sake'

Martin Collett lived in Exmouth, but was born in Cheltenham. He took his own life on 3rd June 2007 after a particularly bad period in his life. He was 28 years old and leaves his widow and 2 children. He was also greatly loved by his mum, dad, 2 sisters, 2 nephew, 2 nieces, uncles, aunties, friends and in laws on both sides of the family and also his step daughter Jasmine.

It’s a very hard thing, when a person has died, for those who are left behind to put into words what it is they feel.

But here are some things, some words, that have been shared with me about Martin, that I now share with you – some thoughts and memories of the person Martin has been:

Martin was a kind, a genuine, a compassionate and helpful person who would do anything for anyone.

He was a wonderful father, being at the birth of Jordan and Tristan, his two children, who he loved very much.

He’d often buy presents for them, like train sets, (though often he’d enjoy playing with the things he’d bought them just about as much as they did. There was always, in the best sort of way, something of the ‘big kid’ about him – a child at heart).

He was full of life, full of energy, full of excitement, scampering about as the nickname ‘Scamp’ tells you. He couldn’t sit still for 5 minutes, and was always in a hurry, dashing about from A to B. When he had something to tell you… it could be difficult to keep up!

He was quite a character, quite a joker, a comedian, and had a great sense of humour. Annoying as his laugh might be found,… you couldn't help but join in.

He worked for years as a maintenance worker in a care home with his accomplice, Terry. Several stories could be told, including Martin managing somehow to stick electrical wire in his eye, setting alarms off and claiming it was a test, and teaching staff how to clean up after his and Terry’s maintenance endeavours, all of which earned him their nickname ‘Bodgit and Scarper’!

His adventures with DIY also continued at home. One of his projects was to wire the bathroom. He did such a ‘good’ job that when you put the bathroom light on… the TV in the front room would go off!

A great deal more could be said about Martin.

He was a very lovable character, loved by a lot of people, who’s left a big whole in the lives of those who knew him. He will be sadly missed.

Martin was my husband and friend. We had our ups and downs but he meant the world to me and now he has gone there is a big hole in my life that i don't know how to fill. I miss you Scamp so much you were my everything if you'd only realised it.

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I can't seem to manage to do anything without something reminding me of you. I go into tesco and see pickled gerkins and think of you, a lorry on the road, a song on the radio, even cooking the tea and setting too many places at the table! Missing you today particularly - went and bought you an anniversary card for next week. Will keep it in 'your box' for the boys to look at when they're older. Hope you're not causing too much mischief wherever you are. Love you x

Kate Collett (Wife)
July 4, 2007

sorry

So sorry that we could not be there for you,we have some good memories of 'scamp' especially when we worked together. He loves you and the boys and will always be watching over you. Never forgot about the love you both shared for each other and the children. If you ever want anything we are not far away. God bless you all.

Mandy (Friend) July 3, 2007

my thoughts and prayers are with u and yr two children hun. My husband Riku took his own life november 2006 aged 29 leavin me and our 3 sons behind so i know exactly what u are going thru and how u are feelin i just cried reading your tribute to him he will be proud of u hun. I know it's hard but please try and be strong for your children as they will be the reason u get out of bed in the morning as are my sons they are the only ones who have kept me going feel free to email me if u need to chat i am thinkin of u

Debbie Wife Of Riku Shah (passer by) July 3, 2007

Big love

To Kate and the boys, all of us here at Acacia are thinking of you. Big love and hugs to you all, we'd love to see you sometime when you are passing. Such a beautiful tribute to Martin, very touching. XXX

Willow Paterson (work buddy) July 3, 2007

my son took his own liife last september so I have an idea how you may be feeling

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REFLECTION
Another day for you to wonder, another day for you to mourn
It wasn't my intention to go before the coming dawn
My pain was deep within my heart and troubled head
It wasn't my intention to go without words said.

My frame of mind seemed normal, or so I heard them say
It wasn't my intention not to see another day
I did not mean to make you suffer or cause you so much pain
It wasn't my intention to never see you again.

Despair and confusion left my aching mind unsure
It wasn't my intention to suddenly close life's door
If only I could give you reasons and brush the tears away
It wasn't my intention to leave you and not stay.

I did not mean for you to grieve, now left alone to cry
It wasn't my intention to leave you, forever asking why
As the burdens of life's worries slowly ebb from my heart
it wasn't my intention to tear your soul apart

Sheila Mum to Ian and wife of Trev (Close Friend)
July 2, 2007

so sorry

your tribute to your husband was so moving isend my deepest condolances to you and your children but just remember hes only athought away he will always be there for you just talk to himand he will listen godblessyou all alison

Alison (passer by) July 2, 2007

So sorry

Theres a bribge of golden memories,
From here to heaven above,
It brings you very close to us,
It's called the bridge of love,
No-one knows the heartache,
Of which your parting cost,
So god in all his glory,
Has gained what we have lost.