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The obituary notice of Neil Gerrard GOVIER

Exeter | Published in: Express & Echo.

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Neil GerrardGOVIERPassed away peacefully at home with his loving family at his side, on Saturday 17th January 2026, aged 75 years.

Devoted husband of Pat, much loved and adored dad of Samantha and Christopher, Serena and Benjamin, proud granddad of Kasey, Samuel, Charlie and Orion. Will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts.

Funeral service to be held at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium, St Peter's Chapel, on Monday 9th February at 11:30 a.m.

Family flowers only please. Donations to: Devon Air Ambulance Trust. Donations by retiring collection or online at: shoobridgefunerals.co.uk (Follow the donations link - see Neil's tribute page)
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Paul Shoobridge,
Shoobridge Funeral Services.

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Published: 27/01/2026

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Very sad to learn that Neil has passed away.
Neil was a true gentleman, and supported my early career in the music industry with bookings in some of the finest venues across the Southwest. Thank you Neil, you will be muchly missed!
Condolences to all the family

David Gray

02/02/2026

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David Gray

02/02/2026

So sorry to see Neil has passed away condolences to Pat and the family.
Thank you Neil for Guiding me in my early days of the Music world.
Much love to you my friend.
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Richie Burns

30/01/2026

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I was very saddened to hear the news of Neil’s passing. Neil was very much a great part of my youth and the Velvet Touch days. A great talent and a lovely man. My condolences to Neil’s family.

Wally Wellinh

28/01/2026

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I am so sorry for your loss.
Neil was such a lovely, kind, caring and thoughtful man.
Sending my deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time.
Carole Williams

Carole Williams

27/01/2026

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Carole Williams

27/01/2026

You will be missed, sorry to the family for the loss of such a beautiful person may he find peace and happiness in heaven

Richard Millard

27/01/2026

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Richard Millard

27/01/2026