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Ideally, a nice guy. Someone kind. I can't think of a finer epitaph.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 3 February 2012 source ↗
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Andrew W.K.
Singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter
"This counts as partying."
Gary Kemp
Songwriter, musician and actor; guitarist of Spandau Ballet
This has got a double meaning: 'Sorry I'm late'.
Mr Scruff
Record producer and DJ
Probably a bit of an explanation that's also a warning: "Enjoyed prawns, but didn't cook them thoroughly." The gravestone would be made of pink polystyrene and would be made in the shape of a seafood platter.
Ricky Wilson
Singer; frontman of Kaiser Chiefs
I can order sandwiches In over forty languages They sent us out in thunderstorms And sent me home in bandages
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