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Post by Big Phil Mon Apr 22, 2013 11:29 pm

Central have sadly lost another great club man, in Merv Starkey...

Sad to hear of his passing, RIP Merv, condolonces to his family...
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Post by Big Phil Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:12 pm

Hi Folks,

I spoke with Kris Grant tonight, in regards to Merv, so I could put something in this week's FOOT-e TIMES SA edition, acknowledging the fantastic person Merv was and his contribution to the Football Club.

My article, as follows:

For FOOT-e TIMES SA, I wrote:

VALE MERV STARKEY

The Central District Football Club is again mourning the passing of another great club person.

Long serving club official and passionate Bulldogs supporter Merv Starkey sadly passed on Sunday, April 21st, at the age of just 63.

Beginning his association with the club in 1969, Merv’s involvement as an official spanned an amazing 40 years, finishing up as the Reserves and League Equipment Steward in 2009.

Merv’s love for the club still ensured he attended Central games, positioning himself alongside the Bulldog’s interchange bench, despite being confined to a wheelchair in more recent years.

Bulldog’s CEO Kris Grant spoke fondly of Merv.

“The Football Club was his life, it was his passion and main interest.”

“He (Starkey) may have been small in stature, but was a larger than life character. Merv lacked a bit of confidence in the outside world but felt right at home within the footy club.” said Grant.

Merv was awarded Life Membership of the Central District Football Club back in 1991 and was a dedicated, long standing sponsor as well. He also donated trophies for Underage awards.

“The Footy Club is poorer for Merv’s passing” reflected Grant.

Another great Bulldog man gone, but not forgotten.

Our condolences are passed on to all of Merv’s family and close friends.


MERV STARKEY:

1969 - 1972 - Assistant Colour Steward
1972 - Reserves Equipment Steward
1973 - Assistant Equipment Steward
1974 - Reserves Equipment Steward
1975 - League Equipment Steward
1976 - 1993 - Assistant Controller of Equipment
1994 - 2009 - League & Reserves Equipment Steward



So sad to lose another great club person from the Dogs, after the recent passing of Norm Russell...

RIP Merv...

Cheers,

BP


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Post by eartotheground Wed Apr 24, 2013 7:14 am

Very sad loss for SANFL, a real quiet achiever around the club and well liked by all clubs.
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Post by Lee Wed Apr 24, 2013 7:21 am

Yes, my condolences to his family, of which Central was part,

A Centrals game won't seem the same without Merv.
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Post by bayman Wed Apr 24, 2013 8:45 pm

sad passing (as all deaths are), his team gave him a great ride in the last 12 or so years & for him to go through the lean years first would have made that ride a ride of a lifetime even so more enjoyable

RIP Merv
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Post by testy Fri Apr 26, 2013 7:11 pm


People like him are worth there weight in gold at footy clubs and are irreplaceable ,they are the backbone that clubs rely on. RIP Vale Merv Starkey 2587067636
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Post by Big Phil Wed May 01, 2013 8:09 pm

For those interested in paying their respects to Merv, the club has advised me of his funeral details:

Saturday Morning (4/5) 10:00am

St Peters Lutheran Church

521 Main North Rd ELIZABETH (Corner Wishford Rd)

See Google Map link - http://maps.google.com.au/maps?bav=on.2,or.r_qf.&bvm=bv.45921128,d.dGI&biw=1366&bih=622&q=521+Main+North+Rd+ELIZABETH&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x6ab0ad9eb39eedbd:0xcc918beb6d00cce7,521+Main+North+Rd,+Elizabeth+SA+5112&gl=au&sa=X&ei=dPCAUcKfE6WSiQf79IHICw&ved=0CC0Q8gEwAA

Not sure about a wake but those that attend will obviously be able to find out more...
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Vale Merv Starkey Empty Central District Football Club volunteer Merv Starkey has died aged 64

Post by oldfella Tue May 07, 2013 12:38 pm

This guy was a true legend and just a good bloke -- so sad


http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/central-district-football-club-volunteer-merv-starkey-has-died-aged-64/story-e6frea83-1226636555759
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Post by Big Phil Tue May 07, 2013 1:35 pm

He was, indeed, oldfella...

Mods can probably merge this with the earlier thread dedicated to Merv...

http://www.talkingfootysa.com/t1505-vale-merv-starkey
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