Owen Moran was described as 'well-loved' and a talented singer
By Charlotte Hadfield
Owen Moran (far right) with partner Angie (left), daughter Kenna and son Sean (Image: Family handout)
Tributes have flooded in for a "Fazakerley legend" who will "always be remembered."
Singer-songwriter Owen Moran died earlier this week following a short illness.
The 62-year-old was the lead singer for 1980s band Cook da Books, a new wave band formed in Liverpool.
He leaves behind his partner Angie, daughter Kenna and son Sean and his two grandchildren.
A series of touching messages have been left on social media for Owen following the news of his tragic death.
Kathleen Sloan said: "Great man was a pleasure to have known him. Always smiling, he would help anyone. He was a star but now a universe. Big heart so sad. RIP Owen sleep now out of pain xxxx."
Kalarena Thomason said: "Fazakerley legend so talented and one funny, genuine man to know who will always be remembered xx."
Stephen Kidd said: "Top lad much loved. Sad loss. Great character."
Kate Burgan said: "This is so sad. I used to work behind the bar in the Queens in Aintree and he was the regular Saturday & Sunday act! Always a laugh and kept everyone happy. Thinking of his family xx."
Kristine Mcdonald said: "Beautiful soul. RIP Owen."
Paul Rooney said: "Loved Owen to bits. Gutted."
Kerri Lymer said: "Great fella Owen was RIP mate. X"
Cook Da Books initially gained attention with their acclaimed and politically charged debut single Piggie in the Middle 8 about the Toxeth riots.
The band later went on to tour America and Europe and even had a number one single in France.
Sean, 32, said his dad was a musician "that got the recognition for his talent but not the rewards".
