Messages page 49 - Remember Humph

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In 1956 i had my coat taken from a local jazz hall in stafford. Inside the coat i had written over the makers label the word "humph", within 2 days the coat was returned to me due to evreyone knowing who owned the coat. Humph was just about the closest thing to an idol i've had in my life, it's all very sad and i hope his music continues to bring joy to peoples lives !

Roy Harrall, 27/04/2008 16:30

Humphrey Lyttelton was the cornerstone of all that was good in the world. I will miss you :(

Alex Gill, 27/04/2008 16:28

I am devastated by the news of Humph's passing. Like so many others, his role in Clue meant the world to me. He was a legend, a genius, and a perfect gentleman - all terms that are used far too often - but were invented especially for Humph. I cannot express how privileged I feel to have met him, spent time in his company, and witness thousands of fans and his friends, who admired him more than anyone, beam with sheer delight just for sharing the same room as him. I’m honoured to be counted amongst them. I wish I could have said something to him after the Harrogate Clue two weeks ago, he was on top form and his quips had me aching with laughter. But I’m glad I at least saw him, because knowing that he was delighting crowds right until the end is a great comfort, and I hope it is for his loved ones too. I send deepest condolences for their great loss. The last time I spoke to Humph, after a Clue show in February, he remarked on how much he adored my red coat and wondered where he could buy his own. I was utterly chuffed, just for knowing I had something in common with him. He was a true gent, and to experience his charm, modesty, and warmth first-hand is something I will treasure forever. Rest in Peace, Chairman Humph, and Thank You x

Jess Pickles, 27/04/2008 16:24

To all Humph's family and friends. Neither he nor you would know who I am and tnere is no reason why you should. However a part of my mind has considered Humph like a friend since the early fifties when I started buying the 'Parlophones' as a young lad. He single handedly introduced me to jazz and I loved it! Other jazzmen followed who were pretty good but Humph was always top of my list by a mile.I can't claim to have seen every concert or anything like, largely due to twenty three years in the Royal Navy but I've seen many across the country. I've proudly displayed a photo of Humph and myself to all my friends since it was taken in the late eighties at Digby Hall in Sherbourne, Dorset.My last 'encounter' was at Lakeside, near Dorchester, last year. It was a wonderful summer evening. I rarely missed 'Clue' when it was on. We all knew this day would come but didn't really believe it. God bless mate, rest in peace.

Peter T. Coombs, 27/04/2008 16:22

I was lucky enough to meet Humph and see him perform at the Bull’s Head, Barnes and, last October, at my local concert hall. He was a wonderful jazz musician and brought much pleasure to many. We shared a birthday and he told me that Artie Shaw and Joan Collins also shared our birth date. What a shame he won’t be celebrating 23rd May 2008. Humph, you were a real cool cat, we’ll never forget you. Michele

Michele Mensing, 27/04/2008 16:20

Since I got my first radio in the 1970s I've always enjoyed hearing Humphrey's voice and wit. I'm sorry for our loss.

Craig Napier, 27/04/2008 16:17

Im not that young anymore - 34 - but i feel like Humph was from another generation, that my parents liked him, not me. But that was the point really cause it was never like that. He was funny he was a great musician and im sure he was a great bloke. Things like age seem irrelevant when you're talking about someone like him, don't they? Respects to his family and nuff respect to the man himself!

Steven Bond, 27/04/2008 16:16

You gave so many of us so much pleasure for so long. A big, big thank you.

L. Jenkins, 27/04/2008 16:16

Although from afar another light has gone out in an ever increasing sureal world. Humph managed to make sense of life by laughing at it and playing his beloved Jazz. Even at the tender age of 86 taken too soon. Hope heaven is ringing to his tunes and laughing with him.

Clive Simkins, 27/04/2008 16:14

ISIHAC used to make my mother laugh at loud after sunday dinner, and as I got older it made me laugh out lout too, I know nothing about Humphrey's jazz side, but he seems to have been a leading light in two fields, what a lucky man (and he knew it) celebrate, don't mourn

Paul Johnson, 27/04/2008 16:10

I left England in 1978, and I used to listen religiously to ISIHAC (first on cassette and lately online) as Humphrey Littleton represented to me the essential nature of British humour. He will be sadly missed by many around the world.

Alan Mayfield, 27/04/2008 16:05

Blimey, I'll miss him. Happy travels, Humph.

Amanda Clark, 27/04/2008 15:55

thanks for being a great musician, a lovely man, a dry wit and an idol. Saw you last year and you were as I remembered you 40 years ago. God Bless you Humph.

Tony Eakins, 27/04/2008 15:51

Deepest condolences to all of Humphs family and friends. He just made me laugh a lot. Will be irreplaceable to all ISIHAC fans everywhere

Dave Barron, 27/04/2008 15:51

You were quite simply one of the best, a great gift to the world, you are irreplacable and we will miss you. You gave us so many laughs and smiles and silly wisdoms which we will always hold dear. Thanks Humph.

Jon Oram And Becca Maher, 27/04/2008 15:46

I was so sorry to hear that Humph had died. I've been a fan of "Clue" since I was a teenager some 20 years ago. God bless you Humph, we'll all miss you dearly.

Craig Mcadie, 27/04/2008 15:46

We have fond memories of concerts given by Humph in Manchester in the 80s and of introducing our two young daughters to jazz through his music. Of course," I'm Sorry I haven't a Clue" has been a constant source of laughter. We are sure that Samantha will miss him, too......

Carol Harris, 27/04/2008 15:42

Humph had a truley sprarkling wit, and great delivery of his lines.. He has given me hours of laughter with I'm sorry I haven't a clue, and he will be missed by all who heard him. such a funny man...

Ian Lee, 27/04/2008 15:19

Just wanted to say how shocked and saddened I was to hear that dear Humph had passed away. An avid 'Sorry' fan I was also fortunate to see Humph play last year at the Cannizaro Festival in Wimbledon. I will never forget Humph's playing of the opening number. An evening to be remembered and treasured. Thank you. With deepest sympathy to his family. Yours sincerely, Ann

Ann Newson, 27/04/2008 15:19

"Talking of celebrity endorsements, I saw a packet of sausages with a picture of Antony Worrall Thompson on them. It said "Prick With A Fork".....Bit harsh, I thought" "Listeners may be interested to learn that Colin recently debuted his Trumpet Concerto in A and E. At least he did until the other patients complained. And he was in the right place when they needed to remove the trumpet!" "The undoubted Master of Give Us A Clue was Lionel Blair. The look on Una Stubbs' face as he managed to pull off Twelve Angry Men in under two minutes...." "Listeners may be interested to learn that a music publisher has expressed an interest in publishing all of Colin's sheet music...." "Let's meet the teams....A veritable "Who's That?" of British comedy...." Some of my favourites.....

Mark Stott, 27/04/2008 15:18