you can shed tears that he is gone  or you can smile because he has lived You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back  or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left  Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him  Or you can be full of the love that you shared  You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday  or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday  You can remember him and only that he has gone  or you can cherish his memory and let it live on You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back  Or you can do what he would want : smile, open your eyes, love and go on …

I first met Tim in about 1989 through Matt Robertson. Tim was all the things that eveyone has described – with his Sid James chuckle, he always had a grin on his face, he always had the best stories and he always had a beer in his hand – he was the lovable rogue. Ever the optimist, always laughing. Apart from trips to the pub, and quite a few Palace matches over the years, I remember that I used to ramdomly bump into him in, in the street, in Camden or Clapham. He also introduced me the the taste combination and his version of cheese and crackers – digestive biscuits, with Stilton and mango chutney.  But more than anything, he was bright, very intelligent and had an amazing memory – he could talk at length on almost any subject, which made him brilliant company. He will be missed by many people, and by me – I feel privileged to have known him. RIP my old chum.           …

Dear friend, your parting is going to leave a great big hole in so many people’s lives. Your cheeky smile when you said something outrageous or mildy offensive, your cutting yet somehow endearing remarks, your Sid James chuckle, your appetite for fun, your love for all your family & friends, your exquisite company, your intelligent humour and your moments of reflection and thoughtfulness. All of this I will miss, as will so many others. We love you friend and miss you dearly. Good by old chum Mark & Katy xxx…

Tim Cribbens, what a bloke. This picture is one of the last times we had a big day out before he got unwell. All I can say is that he was always the best company. I loved his stories, his escapades, his sense of humour and also his depth. He probably wouldn’t name it as one of his uppermost qualities but he was also a real carer, a big lion hearted top man, and of course a totally loveable rogue. He fought like a lion in his last illness and that wasn’t easy. I always admired his take on things and courage in adversity, always finding something to joke about and make others smile. It was an honour to get to know him more deeply around the time of our mutual friend Matt’s passing. And also getting to see his caring side with Michelle and supporting him with that grief. He was a gent, a philosopher, kind and very very smart. I’ll miss him and look forward to that big party in the sky when our spirits are reunited. Rest peacefully Timothy…

Tim and I spent time together in Hayes grove hospital and had some crazy  memorable times in a fun way. I think it gave us  the empathy and love for life and definitely the strength to overcome a lot of things. Tim was a beautiful soul and a few years ago he tracked me down and asked if I had a good life and in his words made it lol. I replied yes Tim I’m sane and we laughed.. He said he wanted to know I was ok and I will treasure that phone call.. He was one of the most beautiful people I ever met and he certainly had a lasting impression on my life in our twenties. My thoughts with all of you at this sad time. God bless Karen…

Andy met Tim circa 2014 on the 63 late one evening, this was the start of a great friendship, we shared many times together with friends and family, Tim always winning everyone over with his charasmatic charm, twinkly eyes and zest for life, let alone his anecdotes and knowledge of latin. I am not sure i believe in an after life, but if there is one, Tim will be there centre of stage, using Simon’s perfect quote, “Shine on you crazy diamond”. RIP Tim Cribbens    …

Unic moments with you timix… “le singe est dans l’arbre” keep dreaming of the chateau danan-cribbens in Riberac, love you…

It is with a heavy heart we write these words. It has been so many years that have gone by, but our thoughts and memories of Tim are very vivid. Cousin Tim will truly be missed by all who knew him, family, friends, and associates. Cousin Tim will be remembered by his handsome smile, his outgoing personality, his sense of humor, which always brought a smile to our faces. Truly, Tim was a good man, person, precious son, brother, and cousin. We are honored to have been a small part of Tim’s life in years gone by. May you rest in peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you Aunt Cath, Nick, Jon and Simon and family members. All our love, Nancy Kilbride and Brian Hoffman…

Tim came and worked for me at Brophys, He was a supervisor and extremely good with clients and I knew he would go on to management, The best of a lot of memories was when he came to Scotland,,In the middle of Braveheart country, Because he had a posh English voice I worried about him with the local Jocks, I took him to a rough pub, and told him not to talk ,I convinced him that he would be beat up if they found out he was not one of them, He agreed to stay quiet, He was so nervous,,,I opened the door to the busy pub, I was behind him, and as he walked to the bar I shouted. ” He is English”,the look on his face was priceless, and we laughed all night after him calling me a lot of names, I never knew Tim was Poorly, and I’m sad I never got to say goodbye, such a sad loss,, Rest in Peace my wee mucker, 🙏🏽🥰  …

I knew Tim from the age of 16.I have so many memories and I would like to share just a couple .We were round my aunt’s who liked classical music and I said I liked the Old Spice music and Tim in his Dulwich school accent said Dear Boy it’s Carmina Burana by Carl Orff as though everyone should know that. I have always remembered that title.It’s dramatic and entertaining just like Tim.We went to gigs, Sex Pistols@ Finsbury park Spear of Destiny @ Hammersmith Palais among the notable. In the late 90’s we went to the Philippines for a Holiday.We arrived late and I was knackered but Tim wanted to go out.Anyway to cut a long story short I ended up in a police cell and my 1 call was to Tim who made it back to the hotel.Anyway he managed to negotiate my release with my money and his charm.On this trip we split up and arranged to.meet a week later. Tim turned up with loads of new chums.I always thought he was like the Piped Piper.Wherever he was, he was surrounded by people. I didn’t see Tim for a while but we met up again in…

So many happy memories to choose from. Lots of happy holidays in France and Italy.  Tim’s grasp of foreign languages and ability to have himself understood.  Finding Rasteau wine.  Listening to Jonny Cash.  Moving in next door when Christie & Grey were little. Despite being a lifelong Chelsea supporter Tim always had a soft spot for Crystal Palace FC.  A kind, and generous soul.  True to himself and encouraging of others.  A gentleman through and through!  Tim you will leave a big hole in our lives.  Rest well my dearest friend.  X…

I had the pleasure of meeting Tim on his visits to Wales. He also traveled to France with us to watch Wales in euro 2016. The boys loved spending time with him. RIP Tim….

I have so many fantastic memories of Tim.    The best were when Christie and Jacqui were small kids and we all hung out in one big large family group.So many happy holidays, weekends and child care sharing when you lived next door to us for a few years. The friday fun we used to have!!   Going to miss you so much Tim, my London brother as we used to joke! you had such a sens itive and kind heart behind the confident and jovial fun loving man that endeared you to everyone you met. My Mother said yesterday that ” you had a twinkle of love in your eye for everyone”, so true. Always the once I would call when in need of help or support, you would arrive with a screech of tyres, cloud of smoke and a good bottle of wine, and we would spend hours setting everything back to normal again.   Sleep well dear friend, you have been through so much. You loved Christie so much and I hope that he can feel your love enclose him in your safety , I will do my best to keep my door open to him…