Paul John Warsop

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Obituary

Paul John Warsop, a truly beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend of so many, as well as ‘Daddy’ to his much-loved Labradors Buddie and Pearl, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday 16 February 2025 - Paul was 53 years of age.

Born on 13 October 1971, Paul grew up in Romiley Cheshire and Taxal on the edge of the Peak District in Derbyshire.  .Secondary school years were spent in St Albans in Hertfordshire and then North Leicestershire. He and his younger brother, Mark, grew accustomed to extensive travelling from a young age!

Typically, Paul spent much of his final hours on the phone to 3 or 4 of his closest friends, saying goodnight to the last one after a 3-hour call at 1am. Before retiring for the night though he called his Mum, Sylvia (she lives in Australia), just to say ‘Goodnight’.  Paul passed away in his bedroom shortly thereafter.

At the time of Paul leaving school his Mum and Dad were just embarking on setting up a new International Publishing business to be based in Milton Keynes which resulted in the family moving to Northampton. Paul couldn’t wait to make a quick dive into the ‘sticker album’ business with many other members of his family; Mum, Dad and uncles Rob and Pete-chick, later to be followed by his brother Mark, with whom he had always been protector - a typical ‘Big Brother’.

As the business expanded Internationally, Paul quickly worked his way through the business to become a sales executive and later Sales Manager within the UK business. After the business was sold in 1995 and gaining all round experience within the industry, Paul was asked by Panini to go to Canada to set up a distribution business on their behalf, which he did.

On returning to the UK Paul eventually met Claire through his love of sport and Badminton, he represented his county successfully and became a competent qualified coach. Paul and Claire had a short romance before deciding to team up and were married in 2017.  Paul was able to add value to their Wootton home by making some positive changes which assisted them in the purchase of a 2-bedroom bungalow in York Road Wollaston, which was badly in need of renovation. After a few years Paul took it to a 5-bedroom luxury home and more than doubled the house value. Paul was now fully-fledged and established within the house renovating business and moved onto his next project and his last address in Caldecott. After completing this renovation, it became such a lovely home the intention was to remain living in it for a while so as to enjoy it after all the hard labour and love put into it.

Unfortunately, Paul started to lose some of his sight in the summer of 2023 and by November found he had gangrene in one of his toes – this was amputated in February ’24.  Paul’s fitness had masked the fact that he had Diabetes; his eye surgeon reported that he had no doubt been suffering with the disease for 10 or more years. However, more devasting for Paul than his illness at that time, was his marriage failing in January '24,  just before the surgery to his toe.

Nevertheless, Paul regained his strength and confidence and was able to fight the effects of his diabetes until his premature death. We sincerely thank the people of Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge and the Diabetic, Podiatry and Cardiac teams at Kettering Hospital, where Paul was a regular visitor (often 2/4 visits per week) throughout the last year or so, they were truly amazing at what they do and so kind to Paul.

Paul’s Mum and uncle Pete will be travelling over from Australia for his funeral as will his brother Mark and sister-in-law Alex from Dallas Texas. His sisters Alesha and Bloom will join the rest of his uncles, aunties, cousins and friends along with Claire & family to 'Celebrate his Life' on Friday 4th April in Milton Malsor Northampton. Starting at the Holy Cross Church, then at the Counties Crematorium in Milton Malsor and finally for a buffet luncheon at the Hilton Hotel. All venues within a mile of each other.

Flowers may be provided – a touch of purple is being recommended or alternatively Paul would have been grateful for any donations to Diabetic charities, such as;

https://donate.diabetes.org.uk/donate/~my-donation?source=XXACUXP01&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=casg&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4cS-BhDGARIsABg4_J26Q2ILX04WFSDhiIvVCRMo95SQZte-5c_l76oY6PvmDcfPdN_J_qQaAlGWEALw_wcB

Paul’s legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched, the values he upheld and the love he shared.   He will be deeply missed but forever cherished.

Additional Information - A touch of Purple

You may provide Flowers if you wish or as an alternative there is a donation facility below.  We have an arrangement with a local flower shop who will be providing any flowers ordered to the Funeral Directors as well as taking care of flower tributes within the Church and Hotel.  Paul loved purple as a colour for flowers and so we might want to reflect that in our selection.

The Secret Garden Florist
6 Butts Road, Shopping Parade, East Hunsbury, Northampton, Northamptonshire NN4 0UE.
01604 767 687

sales@secretgardenonline.co.uk

www.secretgardenonline.co.uk/order_online/Funerals.aspx

The Funeral Director 
Hollowells Funeral Directors
148-150 Beech Avenue
Abington
Northampton
NN3 2JN
(01604) 792222
admin@hollowells.co.uk


Hotel

The Hilton Hotel have offered some special overnight rates should you wish to take advantage of them;
Single Room                             £98
Double King Superior             £160

UPDATES

Please check back to this site to update on timings and arrangement as well as to view the Memory Wall which will be continually added to by Paul's family and friends.

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Memory wall

April 4, 2025

I knew all about Paul through my brother, Steve and eventually met him in Las Vegas when he was Steve's best man. We had such a laugh together, since Paul arrived without a shirt! He ended up buying one, the most expensive shirt he'd ever had! During the week, Paul accompanied my mom in a helicopter, flying over and into the Grand Canyon. This was one of her favourite adventures that she ever had!
I met up with Paul from time to time, usually at a family occasion with my brother, and Paul always made time to say hi and have a catch up. He was simply a lovely, genuine guy. I'm so sorry that he has gone, but will always have fond memories of him. He meant the world to Steve and was a proper, true friend. Rest in peace, Paul xx

Tina Jones

April 4, 2025

Yo Dude!
It doesn’t feel like you’re gone. I’m going to miss our FaceTime calls, catching up on what’s happening in England, all your house projects and seeing Buddy and Pearl and then giving you a run down on what the Tia and Reef are up to. I was just telling Mark this morning I just remembered probably my first memory of you. I was going to meet your dad for the first time at Woodbury and he was making a roast dinner. I told Mark I wasn’t a particularly fussy eater but I didn’t like brussel sprouts or peas and guess what the only vegetables were! Both of those. But I saw you put mint sauce on the peas and thought, well I like mint sauce maybe that would mask the pea taste and it did! So from then on that’s how I eat peas - Paul’s way. Love you always dude.
Alex

Alex Warsop

April 3, 2025

You impressed us first with your badminton skills when we first met. You always watched everyone play. Then we introduced the girls to both of you and you always had a lovely manner with them. When they were babies you weren’t sure but we still put them into your arms. You came dressed as the opposite team at our German football partys 😂. I will never get that face paint out of my mind. Make sure you play badminton again up there. 🏸 we send you hugs Neil, Desi, Libby, Frieda and Coco. Xxx

Desiree Thompson

April 3, 2025

We have known Peter and the family for 30 years and Paul, Mark, Joyce, Betty, Katherine and Merlin were some of my earliest memories.

Paul was always the one with stories to share and was like a mini version of Peter. When our girls (Rani and Lana) came along Uncle Paul was the perfect Uncle. He took them on tractor rides around the garden, taught them badminton, done swimming in the pool (once Aunty Alex had taught them how how swim) and made me and Darren sing Hotel California in the log cabin with Guitar Hero, the drums and everything. Paul came and house sat when we went away to care for Fuffy and Smudge (our cats) and just had the biggest heart ever. I wish I saw more of you Paul - you gave your love to everyone who met you and left us with beautiful memories. I shall remember your cheeky smile, your hugs and your sense of humour.
My love always, Dishi Phillips xxx

Dishi Phillips

April 2, 2025

I met Paul through Bugbrooke badminton club, when I first moved to Northamptonshire. Paul & Claire made me feel so welcome, inviting me to the pub and then to a weekend camping trip. Despite the fact that I hardly spoke that first weekend away, they kept the invites coming. Paul and I became mixed doubles partner and from there the banter grew as did the friendship. Somewhere along the line the nickname Sir Warsop Sir started and stuck. So many happy hours spent together, normally with lots of laughter and micky taking.

I’m so sorry that over the last few years, we didn’t spend as much time together. I have so many happy memories, so many stories that right now feel to hard to share. My time spent with Paul are some of the best times of my life.
I will miss you - until we meet again - Sir Warsop Sir

Fiona

Fiona Humpage

April 2, 2025

I’ve had the great pleasure of calling Paul my friend for over 30 years. We meet through a love of badminton, he helped coach me and then we became partners in leagues spanning East Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire (we even managed a game in Canada when I visited him).
We once got told off by our team captain in East Staffordshire as we played a match in a lovely working men’s club which had a bar. My mum would drive us so we could enjoy a beer, we were both late to the match so stopped off to get a pizza which we complimented with a beer. Our team captain wasn’t best please with our unprofessionalism but being young and arrogant we told him not to worry. We went on to win every game with ease and enjoyed a beer between each game.
From badminton our friendship blossomed and I would spend many happy weekends in Northampton at Paul’s Dads or Mums. We had holidays in Spain, Germany (racing his Calibra 4x4 down the Autobahn) and Thailand (breaking our jet ski’s in the middle of the ocean - Peter to the rescue).
Paul when in Leicestershire would often pop in to visit my Mum and Dad and even met up with them in Spain when they were on holiday in neighbouring resorts.
Although sometimes we wouldn’t speak of months, the minute we got together it was like we’d seen each other every week. I recently visited Paul in his current home and had a fantastic evening having a drink and a curry and a much overdue catch up. We were due to meet again in March.
So until we met again my friend, know you are already greatly missed by so many people and I feel truly blessed to have been your friend.

Simon Wyatt

April 1, 2025

Yo Dude! Sorry it’s taken me a while to write on your page, living in America and not seeing you frequently has made it hard to come to terms that you are actually gone. You leaving us too soon has shed light on the distance of us being in America, and I’m sad that we didn’t spend more time together in recent years. Especially since my travel back to the UK hasn’t been like it was pre-covid. I remember, and enjoyed, getting dragged to your Thursday night club badminton nights when I would come back, mostly because I knew after badminton we would all go to the pub. One time when I was back in the UK you even convinced me to play, even though I hadn’t put a racket in my hand since I was a kid. I seem to remember doing all right, and even thought with a little more practice I could take ya! Lol.

So many memories growing up, I remember being a little shit, and all the teasing and fighting, and how you always knew to punch me in the right spot on my shoulder to make my arm go dead. But, also how you saved my ass on more than one occasion in the playground – err yeah ‘that’s my big brother’! I remember at night when we were little we would draw on each other’s backs and we had to try and guess what the other was drawing.

You’ll probably remember saving my life twice on the same holiday, once by catching me as I fell out the Billy Bluebird boat, and then secondly by holding me above the waves in the Great Yarmouth Ocean until a guy in a boat came out and saved us. You almost drowning in the process, whilst mum and dad sat happily on the beach unaware of us getting pulled out by the current. The latter years were us working together, becoming men and having girlfriends. You moving to Canada and me visiting you with mum when it was so cold you could barely breathe – you wanted me to try skiing, but it was so cold I almost lost my feet, I’ve never skied again since. The following year Tia was born, shortly followed by Reef, then within a couple of years after Reef was born, we moved to the US.

You loved your niece and nephew, and they always had lots of fun with Uncle Paul. Both Tia and Reef will miss you, and they both wish they had seen more of you growing up, but are pleased they got to see you when they came back for Tia’s Softball. Tia was especially sad because you had not been well this past year and because of the whole, let’s just call it -‘Claire situation’.

I’m now so grateful that when I last returned to the UK last year I stayed at your house for a couple of days and we just hung out. You cooked us dinner and we just chilled and caught up. It was so good, even though I hated seeing you not well and struggling with your eyes and foot. I desperately wanted you to get better so you could have come out to Texas and Florida for a while, you really would have loved the ranch and fishing in the Keys. I would give anything for more time – I just wish I could have dragged you to America for a few months to get that time together and for you to have experienced our lives here.

I know you are in good hands and I’ll see you again one day – when I come I’ll bring my racket – hope they have courts in heaven. Dude, even though I may now out age you, you will always be my big brother. Love ya and miss you Bro.

Mark Warsop

March 26, 2025

Where do I begin, I have so many memories of times I have spent with “Mr Warsop” which how he wanted me to address him when he called, Paul was always there for me when things were very hard, and I hope that I was there for him when he needed me, we spoke everyday on the phone for hours and hours and it always surprised me that we still had so much to talk about. I am heartbroken that he is not here anymore and still go to pick up the phone to call him, to Mr Warsop I love you very much, and i am going to miss you always your best friend always Kelly xx

Kelly mason

March 26, 2025

I was deeply saddened and shocked to hear of your recent passing of Paul Warsop. My heart goes out to all his family and friends at this difficult time.
I met Paul in 1991, when I joined Merlin, I have very fond memories of working with him. It was my first job after leaving school I was very nervous and shy. Paul along with the rest of the team soon made me feel like part of the family. I remember speaking for hours on the phone with Paul, he would phone his sales orders into me (no internet or emails back in the day) and we would then go on to chat about anything and everything. He loved his cars and I remember going for spins in his car when he was in the office, from the Peugeot 309 Gti to the RS Cosworth. He was always happy and lift the mood in the office, he would call everyone by there name followed by “Chick”
I also remember the time Paul and his girlfriend at the time was going to Burghley Horse Trials, he knew I was into horses so asked me to join them; I could not drive at the time and he thought nothing of coming to pick me up (30 miles out of his way), so that I could spend a fabulous day with them; nothing was too much trouble!
I am now an account sales manager myself, I owe this to Paul, he was one of the reasons I got into this role, I could see how much he enjoyed his job and I wanted a career doing the same. This did mean I had to move on from Merlin, as there were no sales opportunities at the time, we lost contact as time passed.
In 2013 we made contact again through the powers of face book. In 2015 we moved into Milton at which time Paul was residing at Peter’s house. On the day of moving in Paul popped round to see if David and I needed any help. We frequently saw each other in the local pub in the weeks and months to follow.
In the last couple of years, I have not seen much of Paul and I regret not staying in touch, I still owe him a BBQ.
I will always remember Paul as a super friendly person, who would do anything for anyone. RIP “Paul Chick”

Lisa Hayworth

March 26, 2025

Please accept my sincerest condolences to you all, I was so saddened to hear the news about Paul.

I first met Paul in 1995 on my first day working for Merlin, his Uncle Rob had asked him to come and have a drink at the hotel we were both staying at and one of the first things Paul asked was, "is that your BMW at work?", it wasn't long before he wanted to show me his new car, a Lotus Elan ( with him insisting he had to take me out for a drive!).
That was the start of our friendship and by the end of my first week Paul had introduced me to almost every person working at Merlin and guided me through the, unusual to me, work situation of how so many people there were related to each other.

I've spent a lot of time over the past few weeks remembering Paul, the numerous 'adventures' we had all those years ago. All the laughs we had-quite often at the expense of each other, when one of us had done or said something stupid. For years we seemed inseparable and ended up being Sylvia's 'lodgers' where I'd like to think we calmed down a little at the end, although I'm not sure Sylvia would agree...
Even now when I think of the things we'd done together and I smile, like the day we went to Woodbury with shotguns, both determined to sort out Pete's rabbit problem, after his newly planted plants were being eaten. Eventually giving up after a few hours, both admitting (only to each other) we were pleased no rabbits had been harmed.
Or the days we spent planning and organizing a farewell Bonfire Night party before his move to Canada. The trips we made time and time again to buy more fireworks and even now, I'm sure we would, if we could, both agree it still wasn't enough!

I lost touch with Paul about 11 years ago which I greatly regret now but he's remained the greatest friend, in my opinion, for the past 30 years. I'd always believed that at some point we would get in touch again, meet up and spend hours reminiscing and catching up the way we had done the last time I saw him.
Anyone who knows me well now, knows of Paul, the majority never having met him but have heard countless stories about me and my friend Paul. Only now do I realise what a big part Paul had played in my life for those 10 or 11 years and reading his Memory Wall reminds me of what a genuine, kind hearted person he was to people he knew.

David Torode

March 24, 2025

I will always love the the man that I met, and remember all the memories made. May you rest in peace, love Claire, Buddie and Pearl xxx

Claire Warsop

March 20, 2025

Dear Paul, my wonderful son. I miss talking to you each day, we used to have a laugh. You would tell me what you had for breakfast, had what doctor appointments you were going to that week. I can’t believe you were taken from us so soon. I hope you are flying high with Emma and Holly. I will be coming over soon to kiss you good bye and tell you how much you are missed, and how much I love you. Uncle Pete is with me at the moment and has done a brilliant job looking after me as he did with you too. Miss you so much and some day we will meet again. Love you to bits.

Sylvia Christine Warsop

March 19, 2025

I've delayed writing this, it has not been easy finding the right words.
When Peter told me of Paul's passing I felt it was like losing a family member of my own, it is devastating.
I first met Paul when he was a young lad of 11 or 12, I was lucky enough to have been given the job of Sales Manager of the Panini business at WHSD by Peter, it was the begining of a very long and extremely important friendship with the Warsop family. I moved my own family to Thringstone, the same village where Peter and his family lived. Since that time we have shared so many happy memories and some not so happy ones. When we started the Merlin business Paul joined us and grew to become one of those guys who would do anything you asked of him and I enjoyed having him around and seeing him gain experience that no doubt stood him in good stead in future years.
When we sold the Merlin business to Topps, it was the end of an era and regretably we all ended up going in different directions for a while. However such was the strength of our friendship we never lost touch and inevitably in later life we all found each other again and enjoyed special memories once more.

The Hillier's and The Warsop's are more than just friends, we are family and I and all the Hillier family send you all our deepest sympathy and our strongest Love at this tragic time. Paul will always be remembered fondly with a smile on our faces and warmth in our hearts.
Rest in Peace now my friend, no more worries.

Mark Hillier

March 19, 2025

Am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Paul all that well, yet well enough to know what a huge hole he must leave in many many life’s, and that the world is that much duller with his passing.

I was lucky enough to meet and get to work with Paul a few years ago. We converted his bungalow together. He was such a beautiful, genuine and uplifting guy. I really enjoyed the few months or so we spent together.

Unfortunately I became quite ill and couldn’t complete the job for him. Yet he was kind and thoughtful enough to invite me round to catch up and see it all finished.

I would very much like to come pay my respects to a great man, who’s been stolen away far too soon. Yet, I’d completely understand if you’d prefer to keep it to close friends and family only.

Either way, my heart and thoughts are with you. I hope the pain soon passes, leaving you all with only fond memories of a life well lived 🙏

Adan James `Burdett

March 18, 2025

Our dear loving nephew Paul, I can't believe you're really gone. I didn't think my heart would be broken so much more so soon 💔
I keep hearing your voice in my head "What you up to Auntie Nettie?" 😥
Sebbie wanted some photos of you guys together for his bedroom wall and what better ones than these. He adored his Godfather Daddy.
Paul, I will miss you no less than my own daughters Emma and Holly nor Oma. I'm sure they would have greeted you in heaven and will teach you to fly around rainbows, dance with Angels and jump from cloud to cloud. Love you Paul ❤️ xXx

Annette Bramley

March 18, 2025

Do you remember this mate Paul Warsop? The hours we spent repairing and modifying my Skyline after I blew her up. Sylvia and Kenneth must have been pulling their hair out by the time we finished her and got her out of their garage. So many good memories! So many funny stories. I miss you already mate! Your family and friends have my best wishes. I will be honest, hearing your news hit me like a sledgehammer, right after chatting about meeting up for dinner. I’m sure we will catch up soon in my dreams and you will always be there in my memories. Laters dude. Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do!

Malcolm His-Lordship Gilard

March 18, 2025

Our Sebby chose his own God parents from a very young age. He gravitated towards my cousin Paul at every and any family event. I think it was because Paul was fun and had time for him. I know there are more pictures of them together. If any family have any, he would love them to remember his God Daddy with photos for his room.

I'm too sad to even think about his sudden passing. I just hope he's with our Grandma and my sisters. Reunited with Emma to talk childhood silly stories and giving our Oma big gentle hugs. Sending so much love to my wider family who will all be struggling with this loss.

Sarah JayneLindop

March 18, 2025

I had the chance to get to know Paul over the past couple of years whilst working on the electrics at the house in Caldecott.

I barely knew him in comparison to the many people whose messages I’ve read here, but he always welcomed me with a smile, a cup of tea, good conversation and a problem to solve!

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. My thoughts are with you, your family, and his friends as you all navigate this challenging time.

Daniel Lattimer

March 18, 2025

We met Paul when he moved next door to us in Caldecott he was a lovely neighbour, always ready for a chat over the garden fence. We
soon became friends and loved seeing him with his beloved dogs,
they made him very happy. Paul was always very kind to us, even when he was ill, he always asked if we were ok, and helped us when he could. We would like to express our sincere condolences to all his family and friends. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

Rosemary & Melvyn Wooding

March 18, 2025

Our heartfelt sorrow is we cannot attend Paul’s funeral but will be there in spirit. Our love goes out to you his parents and family. Paul will never be forgotten. From the Carter family in Australia safe journey Paul fly high 🌸🩷and hopefully Oma is waiting for you mate.

Irene Carter

March 18, 2025

Our cousin Paul. We were all shocked and saddened to hear of your sudden passing.
We have many happy memories of times spent together growing up. Boxing Days will always hold a special place in my heart. The most fun times shared playing games and having so much fun as a big family.
We loved sleeping over at your house occasionally. I remember one time we were all sleeping on the floor!!
Picnics eaten at Burntstump
park with Lassie gran and grandpa and Kath and Betty. The extended family unit we shared was a special one.
You are now reunited with them-Far too soon but I like to think that they are there with open arms for you Paul.
You will live on in so many people’s hearts Paul 💚💚 you will be missed. 💚💚

Sarah McNamee ( Warsop)

March 18, 2025

So sorry for your loss . Thoughts with all the family . Found memories of summer fun in the summer house and pool in Thringstone . RIP

Faye Hodgkins

March 18, 2025

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. When I was younger I use to knock about with Paul & Mark when you all lived down Grace Dieu . X

Marie Davis

March 18, 2025

Very sad to hear the news of Paul. I knew him through Badminton in Milton Keynes for several years now a long time ago, and we got on very well. He was a really nice person, and an extremely good player ! Rest in peace Paul 🙏

Richard Markham

March 18, 2025

Sorry for your loss,Paul was a lovely person. Thinking of you all at this difficult time x

Cheryl Cooke

March 18, 2025

My condolences for your loss. Paul was a lovely and kind man. RIP

KC Agreste

March 18, 2025

I'm so sorry. Paul was a wonderful bloke. Thoughts are with you all. Rip mate

Ben Cooper

March 18, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear this sad news, Paul and I shared the same birth date with him being the elder by 5 years. I have fond memories of the times I spent with him at Stearthill House, working on cars as well as enjoying driving them round. My thoughts go out to you all. ❤️

Glyn Evans

March 18, 2025

A lovely written piece Peter, for an absolutely great son. He took me under his wing as I forged my way into senior badminton - A harsh critic & big brother figure, he made a large impression in my life. I haven’t seen him for many years, but his passing still leaves a hole in my life. 💙

Carl Bannister

March 18, 2025

So very sorry to be reading this and hear your news
Paul and Claire bought my auntie and uncles bungalow ( the one on York road )
I was devastated at losing them both within a short time of each other
I used to live with them at the bungalow
It was hard seeing it sold as they had it built when they first got married and had lived there for over fifty years
As I live in the village I watched all the changes and renovations take place
One night we happened to be passing by on an evening walk and spotted Paul in the driveway
My partner explained to him who I was and he invited us in for a tour and a drink
It was lovely to see all he had done and the amount of work put it
Much as I loved the “old” bungalow as I had many fond memories from over the years there
He did an amazing job it did definitely need renovating and a lot of tlc !
Very friendly chap and very enthusiastic about the renovations and got on well with my partner
He was glad we liked the new look house and said to pop in again when we could
Meant to call in on him again but life takes over and gets busy and then they moved
Really sorry devastating news and our thoughts are with you xxxx

Fay Talbutt

March 13, 2025

I first met Paul when I married Steve; they’d been friends for years…we visited as often as we could firstly to York Road then the house in Caldecott..a love of wine, chilled evenings, chat and food brought us together.. in the last 15 months my fondest memories were coming down where I’d bring tapas ( or picky food) as you called it; I’d open a bottle of wine ( you often scolded me for it being too early) and me steve and you would sit and put the world to rights!! In the summer conor came & met you; loving your car as much as you did and spent the latter part of the evening introducing you to love island and all things teenager!! Sometimes buddie & pearl would be there and if not we brought our scruff ball Inala down; she loved being chased by you around the centre part in your garden.. this is where I found peace Paul from the trials and tribulations of a stressful day job sitting with you in the back garden.. thinking about this brings tears to my eyes on the things well miss with you; you watching Noah (our grandson) grow up and plenty more visits to the house to sit in the sun and watch the clouds float by..

Claire Merrell

March 13, 2025

In October my wife & I were kindly asked to come along to a short break away in the Isle of Wight with Paul & his family, plus good friends etc. I am so grateful to have been invited, even more so now of course, as this week now represents a lot of cherished memories with Paul that would otherwise have been lost. Here are some random pictures of Paul & the group from that week

Steve Merrell

March 12, 2025

Where do I start? Paul & I have been best friends for almost 30 years. He’s like a brother to me. We met at a badminton club & went on to become playing partners in the clubs team. We played together all over Northamptonshire & then spread out to the surrounding counties also, testing ourselves against the best those clubs had to offer. It’s fair to say that Paul’s skill on the badminton court pared quite well with my less subtle aggression. Our friendship grew as the years passed of course - we’ve spent so many hours together. BBQ’s, trips away, family gatherings, drunken evenings, weddings (Paul was my best man in Las Vegas), hours & hours on the phone. We’ve spoken almost every day for the past 15 months or so. We’ve laughed, we’ve cried, we’ve driven each other up the wall at times too - but one thing we’ve never done, never ever in all those years, we have fallen out of had a single argument. Never. He was a huge support to me when I was ill & I hope I have been a help to him when his own health declined. He was my best friend & I miss him so much. You leave behind so many fond memories for me mate that I’m still only just coming to terms with the fact you are gone. I hope to see you again one day my friend. I also hope you’re playing badminton again up there Paul… your backhand still needs work!

Steve Merrell

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