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The obituary notice of Gary (Gaz) MERRICK

Burton upon Trent, 03/04/1955 - 08/08/2026 (Age 71) | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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GaryMERRICKSadly passed away at Queen's Hospital on 8th August 2026, aged 71 years.

Loving husband to Denise.
Cherished dad to Charlotte and Andy, Toir and Chris, and stepdad to Stuart and Leah.
Proud grandad to Oliver, Eliza and Pippa.
Much-loved brother to Ann and Colin, and brother-in-law to Bryan and Beth, David and Helen.
Dear uncle to Karen and David, Bronny and Tom, and Josh.
Treasured godfather to Stephanie and Lyndsay.
Gaz was a devoted friend to many, and will be deeply missed.

Funeral Tuesday 8th September, service 1:30pm in the Cedar Room at Bretby Crematorium.
Gaz's family invite you to wear a splash of red on the day.

Donations in loving memory of Gaz will support the Specialist Cancer Care Unit at Royal Derby Hospital, and can be placed in the collection box at the service.

All enquiries to Murray's Funeral Directors, 23 York Street, Burton, Staffs, DE14 2LX.
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Donations following funeral. Received with thanks
Donation left by Denise Merrick
10/09/2026
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Condolences to Denise and family
What a lovely funeral for Gary ,it shows how much he was loved.
He will be greatly missed ,a wonderful man.
Ade Leese
Adrian Leese
09/09/2026
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Sad news indeed, such a shock when I heard the news.
One of life’s characters, he will be certainly missed.
Rest in peace mate.
Michael Machin
06/09/2026
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So Sorry Denise to hear of your sad loss .Our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time .
Sending Love to you all 💕xx
Sharon Hilton
04/09/2026
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Sharon & Ian Hilton
04/09/2026
Fond memories and much loved xx
Donation left by Pam Shill
01/09/2026
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Gary, A wonderful man so glad to have known you for many years,
We’ve had some laughs along the way,Rest in Peace dear friend,
Godbless you..
Love Mick + Di xx
Mick Roberts
24/08/2026
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Mick Roberts
24/08/2026
Fond memories of Gary, played football alongside him in the 70's at
Rosliston, (Coton Amateurs). He used to come over from Burton with Phil Metcalf ?. Rest in peace Gary. Chris Staley
Chris Staley
23/08/2026
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Chris Staley
23/08/2026