Wednesday 11 July 2012

Robert : Im writing this as he would have wanted me to do so.

Im very very very sorry to have to bring you all this terribly sad news , but Robert always insisted i looked after the blog for him when he was unable to do so.
Robert Gornall aged 54 , my wonderful partner for the past 20 years passed away yesterday , Tuesday 10th July at 2.15 am . I was by his bedside as i have been for over a week now .
I know this will leave all of you absolutely stunned by this news , this is Robert , the happy , quick witted , peter pan of the crafting world , how can this possibly be true.
Believe me i am still in a total daze over all of this as is Roberts close friends and family. We are all in total shock and disbelief.
Robert suddenly without warning , deteriorated just over a week ago to the horror of all those looking after him in the hospital . No one at all expected this. The cancer was found to have suddenly surrounded his brain and that was that , there was nothing that could be done , they thought of everything they could , but this was a rare thing that hapenned to Robert .
Robert and i were due to tie the knot on 1st September in the grounds of our wonderful new house .
Last tuesday as things were very bleak and with the help of the hospital chaplain , Arthur and Roberts good friend Clare , i made arrangements for a civil ceremony to take place last wednesday in the hospital. Robert was unbelievably happy and we just managed to get though it before Robert returned to sleep for most of the time. There were around 20 people present at the ceremony to hear robert answer the questions and make his mark , he was incredibly brave and i was the happiest man alive for those few minutes , combined with extreme sadness .
Robert passed away very peacefully .
My greatful thanks will always go to the most wonderful team of cleaners , cooks , nurses , doctors and everyone else at the Gervis Pearson ward of the City Hospital , Nottingham . They became roberts trusted friends and family and made his two month stay in to something he really loved . It became home for Robert .The care and attention they all showed towards him was quite incredible all the way .I cannot say enough about these people and i know that Robert touched there hearts in a very special way they had not experienced before , that was Robert .
I have a day of sorting things out , but i will post all of the arrangements for anyone interested . Robert asked me to do this , he was very positive in his attitude if all wenet wrong . We had spoken about this and had agreed what we were going to do , a difficult conversation , but one i am now so glad we had .
It seems surreal that that i am even doing this , but i am doing it for my lovely Robert .
He loved crafting and he loved his little life .
Please dont be sad , if you met Robert you will surely be thinking of something nice and you will have a smile on your face and perhaps a little giggle and that was what Robert wanted .
As Robert would say .
Love and Smiles
Gordon

111 comments:

  1. Sending you all the very best wishes that I can. So sorry to hear of the news, you will be in my thoughts. Helen.

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  2. Morning Gordon - I am So Sorry to hear of your sad loss of the very talented Robert. This is such a shock and My thoughts and prayers are with you and your team. I am glad you got to have your ceremony, but certainly not under those circumstances. I will always remember him for his wit and sense of humour and for his giggle - it was one of those that made you laugh too. Sending lots of hugs in disbelief
    Regards
    Sara Goodwin
    (Nr Retford)

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  3. I am so sorry to hear your sad news. You have 20 wonderful years of memories to get you through which I know will give you some consolation.

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  4. My deepest sympathy to you Gordon in your loss.
    Robert - rest in peace.

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  5. Thinking of you and yours, take care

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  6. I am so sorry to read this sad news. I met Robert many years ago when he was demonstrating Friendly Plastic in Crawley, he made a lasting impression on me with his cheery disposition and friendly approach to us new nervous crafters. He will be sadly missed in the crafting world.
    Jackie

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  7. So sorry to here that Robert passed away.. What a lovely lovley man he was and will still be in our heart's. I am sure his crafting style will carry on and when ever we make a Robert style card or project we will all have a little giggle to our self as we are doing,thinking of the thing's he has said to us while we crafted away that made us all laugth...He will live in the crafting world forever xxx

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  8. i am so sorry for your loss I only saw Robert on Create and Craft as I don't manage out but he always made me smile and he seemed like such a lovely, good humoured person. I am glad you two got to tie the knot. Vee xx

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  9. Oh Gordon, I am so very, very sorry to hear this terrible news. I only heard of Robert's illness yesterday, and it shocked me. I never expected to read this today. My heart goes out to you and Robert's family, and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Look after yourself at this very, very sad time.

    I met Robert at Harrogate when I bought my Wizard, and he was so helpful. I'll never forget him.

    Love Joan xx

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  10. Love and smiles to you Gordon and to you Robert where ever you may be.
    A wonderful tribute to Robert, Gordon, my wish for you is to always feel the love you had for one another and for it to support you .
    X Carol ( Stamford )

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  11. R.I.P Robert.

    A beautiful man with a very kind and generous heart.

    Thinking of you Gordon at this very difficult time.

    Love Sheila xx

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  12. Such very sad news Gordon. Robert will remain in your heart forever, happy memories never fade.
    Pam

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  13. Gordon I am in tears but also smiling as Rob would want. I remember the first time I met both of you at Port Sunlight all those years ago.As time went on & I met up with you both at other times I got to know you both. And I counted you as friends.I bought my Wizard from you, have talked to you on the phone.Robert made me laugh so much.I still have the video he made demoing friendly plastic & will treasure it in his memory. My heart aches for you. I am so pleased you managed to have the ceremony & have that happiness. Love & hugs from the friend you always called Pixie XXX

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  14. So sorry to hear this very sad news, I read it yesterday. My heart goes out to you and the family, so sad.

    Hugs Fiona xx

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  15. Oh dear Gordon, I was so sorry to hear of Robert's death, he was such a kind, funny, lovely man and will be sorely missed. You have written the most wonderful tribute and so glad that you had your ceremony despite all the difficulties. My heart goes out to you. May Robert rest in peace. A x

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  16. lots of love gordon...Robert was a one off...a truly wonderful happy spirit with a wicked sense of humour...I'm so going to miss my morning hugs at the NEC...take care my lovely friend...sending big hugs from the Fiskars girl...kath xxx

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  17. So very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.

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  18. I'm so very sorry to hear this, Gordon. I only met Robert a few times, but no-one could have failed to be inspired by such a warm hearted and creative person. He will live on through his art. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Lynne xx

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  19. So very sad to hear this news.I saw Robert on C & C and he never failed to make me laugh.Also saw him a few times at Harrogate,a truly charming,helpful and lovely man.Wherever he is now he will have people smiling I`m sure.Thinking of you Gordon.
    Love Jean xx

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  20. Memories are a wonderful thing Gordon and you have a load of them.......

    love and smiles to you and Harry,

    hugs Diane xx

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  21. Lorna Wallace-Davis11 July 2012 at 04:37

    I love you Robert and I will never forget you.
    Gordon if you need anything at all - let me know.
    Lorna xx

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  22. R.I.P Robert the crafting world will miss you.

    My heart goes out to you Gordon and to the rest of his close faimily and friends

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  23. so very sorry to hear this sad news,thinking of you all at this difficult time take care pam

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  24. Gordon, I am in bits with you. Sooooooo shocked at the news. You have both been there for me through my bad times and Roberts advise and wisdom was second to none. I was so looking forward to making your wedding cake for you both but really thrilled you did tie the knot, Robert would have been so happy as you were.Our thoughts and love are with you always. Terri xx

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  25. So very sorry to hear this news I have followed the blog since I bought my first spellbinders dies and visited the shop. So sad you haven't got to enjoy the new house my heart goes out to you.
    Debx

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  26. So sorry for your sad loss Gordon, Robert seemed such a gentle soul. Take good care of yourself, best wishes Purplepig x

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  27. I am sad to hear your news. Robert was an amazing crafter and had a great sense of humour, as well as being a lovely and very brave man.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Love Elizabeth xxx

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  28. I am so desperately sorry for you to have lost such a wonderful partner. I have only seen you both on TV but feel I know you. I hope you will have comfort in your new home and from your dog. You are both in my heart and in my prayers. I hope you will be able to remember all the happy times you had together and to feel lucky to have loved such a good man. Love and hugs, Jacky

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  29. Thank you Gordon for sharing everything Robert wanted.
    Love & hugs to Robert & all you very, very special people.
    Jac x

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  30. You don't know me - I'm just one of the many crafters you meet at shows - I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am. He seemed a lovely man!

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  31. Gordon, Thank you for your post, which must have been very difficult for you. I am so, so very sorry. Sue, Derby

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  32. I am so very sorry to read your sad new Gordon.

    Robert did indeed have a wonderful sense of humour and was a natural crafting at shows and sharing his unique talent.

    I am sure your ceremony at the hospital, whilst so very difficult for you would have made Robert very happy and this should be of comfort to you.

    Sending you sincere love and prayers.

    Brenda x

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  33. Dear Gorden, my heart goes out to you

    The team at Ali-craft - iain, ali and andrea will always remember Robert, and as you say, we will think off him always will a smile on our face, such a great person and crafter will be missed by us all
    hugs ali x

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  34. So sad to hear the news after talking to you in the shop just over a fortnight ago.
    Pleased you got your civil ceremony.
    Heartfelt sympathy to you Gordon and all his family and friends.
    A special hug to Harry.
    Rest in peace Robert.
    Hugs Fiona

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  35. so sorry for your sad loss, how wonderful that you were able to share that special ceremony - that will be a wonderful memory for you in the future.

    Judith

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  36. This is such terrible and shocking news. I feel so sad Gordon, Robert really was a one off, a truly amazing guy and he will be missed by so many people. I know how much I have missed seeing him since he stopped coming to the shows.

    He was such a funny and cheerful chap who made everyone he spoke to feel special. I've been thinking back to the first time I met you both, do you remember? I remember thinking how very excited Robert was that day, but he kept that same excitement and enthusiasm, it didn't wear off in time. That was Robert, and always optimistic, that obviously stayed with him through his illness too, remarkable, but not surprising.

    So glad to hear you managed to wed, another special memory for you to keep.

    Take care, try to rest and be kind to yourself now Gordon.

    Sincere condolences to you, your family and friends.

    Jill x

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    1. Jill
      I am taking the time to reply to your kind thoughts and those of so many others , Robert would be amazed . When Robert tried to get me in to this business ten year ago he took me to the show at Leeds and the thing that most inspired me was watching you Jill working with thick embossing enamels , i had never seen anything like this before , i shall always remember this .Robert loved it and when we returned home that was it , i decided to give the business a go with Robert who was an amazing artist in any case . Thank you. Gordon

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    2. Thank goodness you did Gordon. I remember that everyone else was packing away at the end of the show and there we all were at one very messy table still playing and talking about all things embossing!! Yes, Robert was an amazing and very talented artist and he will always be remembered and appreciated for that.

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  37. Gordon i am very sorry to hear of Roberts passing. He was a fab crafter and seemed to be a lovely man. My thoughts are with you and the family at this very sad time hugs xx jo xx

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  38. So Sorry to hear your sad news, have been to your shop and seen you at shows, My thoughts are with you and your family and friends
    Gailx

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  39. Such very sad news the world has lost a wonderful man. I have met both of you in your shop and Robert was a lovely chap. Sending lots of hugs to you Gordon and to your family and friends. SO glad you managed to have your Civil Ceremony.

    Lots of love and hugs
    Sonja xx

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  40. I am so sorry to hear of your very sad news Gordon my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so glad you had your civil ceremony such a special moment for you both. Take care of yourself
    Hugs for you and Harry xx

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  41. I am just so sorry to read this sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you Gordon and Robert's family and friends. Robert was a special man who will be remembered by many.

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  42. I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. I remember so well the times I have met you both at shows, Stevenage, Ally Pally, NEC to mention just a few.
    I am glad that you managed to have your Civil Partnership ceremony.
    Much love
    Sue W

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  43. Such sad news. My thought are with you and all Robert's family and friends.

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  44. You are in my thoughts Gordon, Robert was a lovely man hugs Bee

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  45. I am so very sorry to hear your news but wanted to say how lovely it was to read your lovely words about the staff at City Hospital. I work at the hospital and it is so nice to hear that they became friends to Robert. I am sure they are devastated. I would like to let you know that we are all thinking of you at this sad time. X

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  46. Gordon, I am so very sorry to hear this news, he will live on forever in your heart and will always be there to watch over you. A very special person whom it was an honour to meet... we were just talking about the two of you last week...
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time ... hoping to see you very soon
    xxx

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  47. Gordon, I am so, so sorry to hear the very sad news that Rob lost his brave fight for life. He truly was one of the world's nicest and funniest people I have ever met. Our paths didn't cross that often but when they did, he would always stop and have a chat and a giggle.

    With much love,
    Lin Brown

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  48. I'm so sorry to hear your sad news. Robert was an inspirational artist and crafter and was a joy to watch on TV. He will be sadly missed.

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  49. Oh my,my,my.
    Gordon and Harry,
    So glad you were able to stay with Robert this lovely man, to the end Gordon and I'm sure your little ceremony will have given him the contentment he desparately needed. Robert would have been so proud of your writing to us all and also your thanks, on both of your behalfs for the staff who have done their very best for you both.
    Take care of yourself and Harry now Gordon, and love to all Roberts Family and Friends, Cynthia and Family x

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  50. Gordon and Harry, i am so sorry to hear this news. Robert was alight in the dark. His smile an d laughter lit up any room. I feel so privileged now to have attended a couple of his workshops and will never forget yours and his Kindness. I know exactly what you are going through, stay strong, as Robert would have wanted. God bless xx Chris (North Wales)

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  51. I am really sorry to read of your sad news, you are in my thoughts and all the best wishes from myself and my family

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  52. Oh Gordon, I am so sorry. Rob was such an inspiration and so warm and generous to everyone. I loved watching him demo, and his kind and encouraging words got both me and my daughter exploring different forms of crafting. I know he would've been so happy with the ceremony, and I also know he will be in your heart for ever. Sending love and prayers to you, Harry and Rob's family
    Take care

    Sally and Megan Holmes

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  53. Sooooooooooo shocked, so saddened by this news. Everything will be so raw now but in time the happy memories will bring you much comfort although it seems impossible right now. Gordon, you were the lucky one to have found your soul mate and that you managed to tie the knot something that would have given both you and Robert great comfort and happiness. I am sure that you must be completely blown away by the number of people who have wanted to add their condolences but Robert was such a people magnet he was unique in so much as his personality was truly infectious and will always bring a smile when remembered. You are all in our hearts and prayers and just know that Robert is still smiling whilst crafting with the angels ♥♥♥ take care Anne Jeffreys Worthing

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  54. Hi Gordon I am so sorry to hear that Robert has lost the battle. My heart goes out to you. Robert was a lovely man - very funny and very talented. Linda Page xx

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  55. So very sorry to hear this Gordon, you will have made Robert smile though with your heartfelt words. RIP Robert.

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  56. Oh Gordon, we were so shocked to read the tragic news about Robert, and can't begin to imagine the sense of loss and sadness you must be feeling. He was so brave in the way he dealt with his terrible illness - such an amazing person. It was lovely to read that your civil ceremony brought him so much happiness - what a wonderful thing to do. No-one will ever forget what a kind and talented person he was. Our thoughts are with you, Harry and Robert's family and friends at this terrible time. Take care of yourself. Wendy & Mick x

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  57. So very saddened to hear about Robert's death. My thoughts are with you during this dreadful time. So glad that you managed to have your civil ceremony, not quite as you would have wished, but important to you both nevertheless. Sending you strength and courage for the days ahead. x

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  58. Oh! Gordon, I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. Robert was a true inspiration to us all and a very lovely man. He always made time to chat when we came to your shop. As do you. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Harry & your family. Look after yourself Gordon.

    Donna x

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  59. With deepest sympathy Gordon and Roberts family. I went to junior school with Robert and met you both again at the NEC. RIP Robert.

    Maggie wright and family.

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  60. So very very sorry to hear your sad news. Rob was such a talented and lovely man- may your memories sustain you through the coming months.Take care of Yourself love Dotx

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  61. Such a shock and so sad. My thoughts and prayers are with you Gordon.

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  62. OMG! I am so sorry to hear this deeply sad news, Gordon. Robert brought a sense of joy to the world that was infectious, he will be sadly missed. I am sure he will spread his crafty happiness through heaven and be watching down on us all. Our thoughts are with you (and Harry) at this sad, sad time. Love from Jan and Sammy xx

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  63. I didn't know Robert that well but well enough to share a hug at the shows and a mucky story in the Green Room :) A fabulous man and you were sooo lucky to have each other for 20years. Many of us search all our lives for what you both had and many never find it. I just wish I'd known him in his 'party' years :D Love and hugs to you Gordon.
    love Hayley x x x

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  64. my thoughts are with you i know how hard it is but try to remember the good times

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  65. So sorry to hear, he will be missed greatly!

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  66. What wonderful heartfelt words. My thoughts are with you and your family and friends at this very sad time.

    With deepest sympathy

    Sylvia xx

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  67. It is a true testament of Robert's character that so many people, like myself, who knew him so superficially have been compelled to comment at this extremely sad time. The affect that he had on people and indeed the legacy that he will leave, should be celebrated and make his family and friends proud.

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  68. What can I say that hasn't been said already .. I have been so sad all day, thinking of Robert and his fabulous enthusiasm for getting people involved .. I know he will certainly be greatly missed .. Great big hugs to you Gordon, take comfort that you did everything possible, and Robert was in a wonderfully caring hospital .. Give Harry plenty of hugs ..
    Love & hugs
    Sue xx

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  69. I am shocked and saddened, but immediately remembering all the joy he spread and I find myself smiling. He will be very much missed and I hope you can take some comfort from all the messages. Robert shared his enthusiasm for crafting (and life)freely and there will be a huge gap (that no doubt he would fill with embossing powder and glitter and perhaps some friendly plastic, if he could).

    Seriously, you have been blessed to spend so many years together and I consider myself lucky to have been acquainted.

    Sandra W

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  70. Shocked and saddened by this news, but I can't help smiling when I recall Rob's love of life and crafting talent. He freely shared these joys.

    My thoughts are with you Gordon. Hope you can get some comfort from the messages.

    Sandra W

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  71. The last time I saw Robert he came running over to me ever so excited to say 'were doing it!!! He's asked me!!! We getting married!!!' He was so chuffed. I'm absolutely gutted for you Gord. Words can't even come close. I have so many memories of you both over the last 10 years. But always there was a giggling Rob, performing, demonstrating, entertaining and making everyone feel special. But he was the special one. So gifted , so caring, and so so funny. You have 20 years of amazing memories. And you're right. It's impossible to think of Robert and not smile. Lots of love to you and yours
    Leandra and Mark xxx

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  72. Gordon, thank you for being brave enough to post this for us. I really feel so sad at this moment because our world has lost such a special man. He was very talented, a joy to watch when creating but most of all I will remember how warm and funny he was. Someone else has said that he made each person feel special and that is exactly what he did...... and boy, did he tell some hilarious stories! You were both very lucky to have found each other and I am so happy that you managed to have the ceremony that I know he wanted so much. After you were ill last year he told me that you were going to tie the knot and he was so thrilled. I'm glad he got his dearest wish. My heartfelt thoughts are with you, Robert's family and friends and I send a special hug for Harry. Take care of yourself Gordon. RIP Robert you brightened our lives.

    Lots of love
    Lesley Xx

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  73. we really cant believe the news that we have just read R.I.P.Robert From us all here in New Zealand xxx

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  74. I am so sorry for your loss. I didnt have the pleasure of meeting Robert but I can tell he meant a lot to a lot a people. xx Caz

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  75. I was so very sad to read this Robert was such a talented man .Thankyou Gordon for being brave enough to post

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  76. Oh Gordon,am so sad for you and harry.Robert was such an inspiration on every level,his strength of character and positivity shone through in his colourful life and art.He was so talented,(our own Tim Holtz),he loved to share his knowledge and made us all feel like we were home at the shop.He gave the best hugs and gave us such giggles with his wicked sense of humour.It was a pleasure to be part of the team.Take care of you and Harry,much love Michelle and Bob the dog xxxx

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  77. Best wishes and thoughts are with you.

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  78. I am just so sorry to read this sad news. I met you both at Alexandra Palace, through my nieces Elaine and Rhona. I am so glad that you managed to tie the knot before Robert left for Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you Gordon and Robert's family and friends. Robert was a special man who will be remembered by many. Rest in Peace Robert.

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  79. I was so very saddened to have heard the news, I never had the pleasure to meet Robert, but I know he was loved by many. My thoughts are with you Gordon & all of your family & friends , at this very hard time.
    R.I.P Robert. xx

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  80. So sorry to hear this news Gordon, thoughts are with you and family as you must be reeling with the speed of it. Rob of course will be gossiping with any one he knows up there and catching up although I am sure he will reckon they are having more fun 'down there' its not where he belongs. RachelP

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  81. I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. So sorry for your loss Gordon my thoughts are with you.
    I have happy memories of meeting both of you at Stevenage, NEC, Ally Pally and other shows for many years. I am one of so many people who will miss Robert for his talent and enthusiasm.
    Sue xx

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  82. So very very sad to hear this heart-breaking news. Our thoughts are with you Gordon. JanineL

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  83. I am so sorry to hear this sad news Gordon our thoughts are with you and our memories of Robert will stay with us forever x sue x

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  84. I am so very sorry for your loss Gordon. Robert was a kind, generous man who didn't deserve this. My thoughts are with you and of course Harry who will also miss him terribly. One day you will all be together again. Meantime he is in God's Care and believe me he will be looking down on you two and still looking out for you in his own way. Annette x

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  85. I am so sorry to hear your sad news. i only meet you both at the shows - and then only briefly - but you both always very funny, kind and honest - and didn't let me buy things i didn't need!!! R.I.P Robert - and Gordon - you will be in my prayers.

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  86. I am really sorry to hear this Gordon, Our thoughts are with you at this time.
    Carol and Hayley
    Dreamees

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  87. Dear Gordon, so sorry to hear your awful news. Rob was a wonderful character and it was always great fun to see him at the shows enjoying himself. What a loss to the crafting world as well as to you and your family. My thoughts are with you. x

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  88. So sad for you Gordon, Robert was a true gem and heavens gain is our loss.
    x

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  89. Very sad news Gordon. Thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. X

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  90. Dear Gordon, Harry & Robert's family
    Thank you for writing to us of such sad news. I haven't seen you both for ages but you are often in my thoughts and I have been watching the blog this year. We are fortunate enough to live close enough to have spent many happy times at workshops and just gossiping in the shop. Robert was an inspiration, funny and as many have already said, able to make everyone feel special. He has touched so many lives with his beautiful aura and we can only feel blessed to have known him. May he rest in peace and may you all find comfort in your treasured memories.
    Thinking of you Rachel, Pam, Niah and Diane xxx

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  91. so so sorry to hear the news Gordon, thinking of you and your family

    Sarah x

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  92. RIP Robert - I used to see you at Ally Pally, I worked on the stall that was behind yours and you never failed to keep us laughing the whole weekend thru with your crazy masks and costumes - and your laugh... Gordon my thoughts and prayers are with you xx Suzie xx

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  93. RIP Robert - hugs to everyone who was touched by such a bright star
    x

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  94. Dear Gordon I am devastated to hear such sad news - I have been watching your blog every day for news of Robert. My husband too died of cancer (3 years ago on 22nd July) and we met you both many times and were inspired by Roberts enthusiasm. The staff at City Hospital are marvellous and would have taken special care of Robert. So pleased you both managed to have your civil ceremony but the crafting world is going to be empty without Robert's smiling face and sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with you Gorden and his family. Love Jacqueline

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  95. I am so very sorry to read this Gordon. Love and prayers to you and all the family. My memories are of huge hugs and smiles from lovely Robert. He will be in our hearts always xx

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  96. Dear Gordon,and all your lovely team. Karen has kept me up to date on Robert and am so sorry to hear this sad news. I was at the NEC about 3 years ago with a good friend of mine Mandy, Robert was demonstrating grunge board and gave me a heart he had made I have always treasured it and will do more so now. Mandy also died last year from Cancer. I hope that they will be crafting together in the happy craft room in the sky. love and huge (((HUGS))) from Liz

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  97. So very sad to read this news Gordon. My condolences to you and all the family.
    Take care of yourself Gordon.
    Hugs and kisses....Carolyn B x

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  98. Gordon, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. It was always a pleasure to see Robert and you when you'd come to the states. Robert will be missed by so many here. Take care of yourself. Jaime & Ted - The Crafter's Workshop

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  99. So sorry to hear your very sad news, I never got to meet Robert as I live to far away from the shows but I was a customer of your shop. My heart goes out to you at this sad time like many have said your happy times will become a comfort in time, take care xxxx Pauline

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  100. Gordon, you and Robert have both been in my prayers for months and I've continued to pray for you both since I heard the news on Monday. I am incredibly lucky in that I have met both of you. Robert was an inspiration, a really talented artist and a warm and funny man. I'm so glad you got your ceremony, even if it wasn't in the way that you'd planned. Take care of yourself. Love Dawn x

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  101. Such very sad news my heart goes out to you and all the family. Huge hugs to you all.
    Fi x

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  102. In time, I hope memories of many happy years and, of course, your Civil Ceremony turn the tears to smiles
    Tracey

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  103. So very sad to hear about the death of 'Robert' my thoughts and prayers are with you Gordon and your families at this very difficult time, may you find comfort in the memories of the fantastic happiness you shared together.
    Big hugs
    Julie xx

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  104. I was only thinking about Rob a few days ago- with a smile of course. And just came across this very sad news.
    I like so many others will always remember Rob and be thankful for having known him. My prayers are with you Gordon and family
    hugs
    Jackie (JayC)Cunningham

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  105. Hi Gordon,

    I am so sorry to hear the news. Robert was one of the most charismatic people I have ever met and it was such a pleasure knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Paul, Maja, Kai and Una

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  106. I have only just read this and am in shock. Robert was funny, creative, friendly and a great ambassador for papercrafting.
    I shall miss his quick wit and his talent but I hope he is now at peace

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