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Michael MERRICK Obituary

MERRICK, Michael Joseph:
Aged 57. Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Wednesday 9 October 2019. Loved son of the late Margaret and Noel Merrick. Loved father of Katherine Margaret Merrick and her partner Darn Graham. Also, a loved brother, uncle, great-uncle, mentor and friend to many. A private burial has been carried out with immediate family, only as per Dad's wishes. Dad is buried at Awanui Cemetery.
Forever in our hearts
and minds.

Published by Taranaki Daily News from Oct. 14 to Oct. 19, 2019.

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Community spirit, fair minded, reliable and dedicated are but a few of the personal traits readily associated with Mike. His passing is saddening but the memory of his friendship still shines bright. My condolences to Katherine and his family.

Leo Baxendale, Ngamotu Breakfast Toastmasters Club

Leo Baxendale

October 19, 2019

Thank you for all of your kind words at this difficult time.

Katherine Merrick

October 18, 2019

Even in his school days Mike had the ability to include and assist others and he never lost that. An example to us all and he will indeed be missed by our community.

Craig Roberts

October 17, 2019

On behalf of the New Plymouth genealogy group, I would like to extend heartfelt sympathy to the Merrick family. He put so much in to helping our group. He will be missed. A special person. Annette Larsen

October 17, 2019

On behalf of the New Plymouth Community Foodbank we wish to extend our condolences to Mike's family at this difficult time. Mike gave so much time and effort to the foodbank and his dedication to the community was very much valued.

Laura Megner

October 16, 2019

Deepest sympathy to you all.Mike leaves a wonderful legacy.
Barbara Chylek (Food Bank)

October 15, 2019

To Mike's family. My deepest sympathy to you all with the passing of Mike. I used to work with him at Foodbank at St. Mary's. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Lillian Hall

October 14, 2019

Very sorry to read of Michaels passing, thinking of you all at such a sad time.

Bev Green

October 14, 2019

To Katherine and Partner My thoughts are with you at this very sad time. I have great memories of Mike as a wonderful neighbour when he was at Doone Street. Kind Regards Valda Rowan.

October 14, 2019

MERRICK, Michael Joseph:
Passed away peacefully at home, aged 57. Loved brother of Lynn and Keith Reade. Loved uncle of Daniel and Jasmine, Jason and Leanna, and Matthew and Rebecca. Loved great-uncle of Kathlin, Zoe, Phenox, Rosie, Ava, Giah and Mya.
Your love in life was your family, you were so good to all of us, we will love you forever.

October 14, 2019

MERRICK, Michael Joseph:
Aged 57. Passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday 9 October 2019. Dearly loved brother of Craig and Sandra Sole. Dearly loved uncle of Ben and Tara Sole and Jasmin Sole. Special great-uncle to Mia, Tyler, Gracie, Milla, Amber, Maddie and Casey.
Uncle Mike we’ll take
good care of Dingle.
Memories last forever.

October 14, 2019

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