When Colin Slater makes his final journey out of the gates of Meadow Lane, the nearby streets will be awash with his two favourite colours.
Black and white were synonymous with a man affectionately known as "Mr Notts County" where he rightfully belongs in the pantheon of club legends.
For the hundreds of fans who will be in attendance, it will be a poignant but fitting procession to St Mary's Church as respects are paid to a quite majestic broadcaster.
He lived an extraordinary life chronicling the drama of the club he adored, during which there have been many memories and tales of a true titan of the airwaves.
For nearly 50 years, he beautifully illustrated matches to listeners on BBC Nottingham with a voice so recognisable that it never needed an introduction.
He was a master of painting what he could see into words when fans hurriedly tuned in to hear him eloquently detail the fate of Notts on Saturday afternoons.
"I was always told that there are two impressions that you need to do if you work in Nottingham sport. They were Brian Clough and Colin," said Charlie Slater, who succeeded Colin as BBC Nottingham commentator in 2017.
"It is not bad company to be in - and they say impersonation is the sincerest form of flattery.
"Colin had an iconic voice that immediately told you who you were listening to and what station without it ever needing to be said.
"His intonation with players' names, his ability to add to an atmosphere, and his longevity surely make him unique.
"To put it into perspective, I would need to be commentating on Notts in the year 2066 to match his time spent at the mic.
"His shoes will never be filled, his style is inimitable. There will never be another who so brilliantly dedicated his life to a club, a game, and a community."
For the supporters who could not attend the games, Colin played an intrinsic part of their matchday experience.
As a journalist, he would never be afraid to ask tough questions, but it was always in a way that never cost him respect by those at the centre of his probing.
One of the finest commentators of his generation, John Motson, described him as a "doyen of the broadcasting industry" which merely underlined the admiration of his colleagues.
Remarkably, Colin covered nearly 3,000 Notts games as he punctured the airwaves with his distinctive tone, perfectly encapsulating the agony and the ecstasy of the game he loved.
He witnessed the brilliance of the Jimmy Sirrel team that soared to the top flight for the first time since 1926 and covered the rise of Neil Warnock's side to Division One in the early 1990s.
There were Wembley finals, promotions, and games when he saw players write themselves into folklore.
The iconic line "Meadow Lane is alive" after Charlie Palmer sealed a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest in 1994 was a perfect demonstration of his ability to capture the mood as chaos erupted around him.
But for all of the successes, there were crises too. Indeed, there were times when Colin's importance to the black and white cause transcended the commentary box.
In 1965 he played an instrumental role in securing vital investment for Notts as it stood on the brink of oblivion.
He also played a crucial part in the formation of Lifeline when the club faced another dire financial situation in 1986.
Formed to help save Notts' future as the Magpies lived to fly another day, it is still going strong today with its membership currently at its 2,500 capacity.
For more than 19 years, he also worked alongside the Notts County Foundation to demonstrate just how much he valued the community.
He was a perfect ambassador and epitomised everything the club stands for.
"He was an inspirational figure to be around," said Notts' chief executive Jason Turner.
"Naturally he will be best remembered for his commentary work, to which he dedicated such a huge part of his amazing life, but he did so many other things for the club which must never be forgotten.
"These include playing a pivotal role in securing crucial investment for the club when it was on the verge of extinction in 1965, being instrumental in the formation of Lifeline, acting as a trustee of our Foundation, and becoming chairman of our Former Players' Association.
"His incredible efforts and achievements were recognised over the years with a list of well-deserved honours which include being awarded an MBE by the Queen for his service to radio and the community in Nottinghamshire, as well as Lifetime Achievement awards from both Sony Radio Academy and the club."
The club's all-time leading goalscorer Les Bradd added: "I first got to know Colin in my early days as a player when he was working for the Nottingham Post.
"I found him to be an honest, trustworthy person – someone I could consult with in good faith.
“We built up a good relationship and continued to have a great rapport after he moved on to Radio Nottingham.
"His support and help continued beyond my footballing days, especially with his dedicated work as chairman of our Former Players' Association but also as an events host and many other things - all without ever seeking a penny from the club.
"There are many names you could consider for the title of ‘Mr Notts County’ but he has to be high on the list for all he has done for the club and the way he always championed our rich heritage.
"He was a great man and will be sadly missed.”
Reading the countless tributes since his death earlier this month, at the age of 87, Colin's long association with Notts is a beautiful love story.
He adored them. The feeling was entirely mutual.
Not only did he tell their stories, but at times also acted as their protector.
It is a wonderful legacy for somebody so humble, kind, and incredibly generous with his time.
Nothing was ever too much trouble whether you were a fan wanting to dissect the previous match or a young journalist seeking advice.
His achievements and standing will rightfully command a page in the history books alongside Notts County's greatest luminaries.
And yet such was Colin's self-effacing persona he would always downplay the esteem with which he is held.
But friends, colleagues, and the community will pass on tales in the generations to come as to what an incredible man he was.
Such is his legendary status at Notts, that during a recent game against King's Lynn, the chant of "there is only one Colin Slater" began to erupt from the fans in the away end.
They were right.
There is only one Colin Slater MBE - and there will never be another like him.
