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	2,797 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 miss you so much. its 2 in the morning and can't sleep xxxxxx

Kate Collett (Wife)
November 25, 2007

someone somewhere

* Someone Somewhere Thinks Of Your Smile
And While Thinking Of You They Think Life Is Worth While
So When Your Alone Remember Its True
Someone Somewhere Is Thinking Of You*

Kat November 21, 2007

A great loss. My thoughts are with your family. Rest in peace Martin.

Chris Lawton (work collegue) November 8, 2007

my thoughts with you kate.hes was always so nice at school and when he worked at sandy bay.

Tracey Rowe (Friend) November 4, 2007

Dear Martin

I went to the Chapel of Rest today to collect the rest of your belongings. I have started to read your diary and am beginning to understand how you were feeling about everything and everyone. I'm glad you felt we had been close the week before you died and I wouldn't change that. I just wish you realised that it was the start of a new beginning for us. I know how angry people are with me but now I know how you felt that is all that matters to me. I promise to look after your children and do as best a job as I can. They love you so much. School is tough for them right now. See you in my dreams babe. Love you xxxx

Kate Collett (Wife)
November 2, 2007

Sorry I never told you
all I wanted to say
and now its too late to hold you
cos you've flown so far away

Never had I imagined
living without your smile
feeling, knowing you hear me
it keeps me alive

I know you're shining down on me from heaven
like so many friends we've lost along the way
and I know eventually we'll be together
one sweet day

Darling I never showed you
I just assumed you'd always be there
I told your presence for granted
But I always cared and miss the love we shared

I miss you so much xxxxxx

Kate Collett (Wife)
October 30, 2007

Tribute from Gregory Distribution Ltd to accompany photo in gallery

Following the tragic death of Cullompton driver Martin Collett in June this year, his very brave sons, Jordan and Tristan, expressed an interest in visiting the Cullompton depot where their dad worked and taking a look at the type of lorry he drove.
Soon after Martin's funeral, the two lads came along and were looked after by Transport Manager, Willy Nimmo who, along with everyone else who met them, were impressed by their character, fortitude and understanding.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Martin's family and, in particular, with these two remarkable boys.

Kate Collett (Wife)
October 17, 2007

dear Martin

I don't know how to put into words how much I miss you. I think about you every minute. Tristan had a bad dream last night and came into bed with me. He looks just like you and I know the dream was about you, not that he would tell me. Jordan misses you too and so do I. I love you so much and wish you were here to hold me. I wear some of your ashes in a locket round my neck and feel close to you when I touch it. Have a good week in paradise. xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Kate Collett (Wife)
October 15, 2007

The poem from your funeral

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die

Kate Collett (Wife)
October 6, 2007

my heart goes out to you kate.

kate i am thinking of you and martin a lot.my heart goes out to you,i know how you are feeling,in time we learn to live with the loss of our loved ones,the pain does get a bit easier.martin would be so proud of you,keep your chin up for the boys you will find the strenghth to carry on.if you need to talk e-mail me hun.xxxx love always caz.

Carolyn Sister To Stuart (Friend) October 5, 2007

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