Obituary, Gary Celisse - Update

Never a dull moment

Known affectionately as ‘the Boss Man,’ Gary Celisse from Ferndown, died suddenly of a heart attack on 16 October leaving his family, friends and business colleagues in shock.

Aged only forty five, Gary showed no previous signs of illness and was regarded by everyone as the life and soul of the party.  He worked for Castle Recovery for many years, (now Boarhunt Garages). On the day he died, he went to work as normal and called home for lunch when he was taken ill.

His wife, Nicky, told Town & Village, “We miss him so much.  He was a big character and there was never a dull moment when he was around.”  

His funeral will be held on 29 October at 2 o'clock, Bournemouth Crematorium, Strouden Road and Nicky has decided to celebrate his life rather than mourn his loss, because he was so well known for his cheerful and helpful nature.  The family have asked for no black clothing and family flowers only.  Donations to AE Jolliffe & Son.

Close friend, Alex Nash said, “Gary was a good honest friend and nobody ever had a bad word to say about him.  I will miss him greatly.”

Alex has set up a Facebook Group  in Gary’s honour called “to anyone who would like to pay tribute to ''The Boss Man'' Gary Celisse.”

Tributes have flooded in: Daniel Davies wrote, “Hey Gaz, your Cockney rhyming slang always got me and will stay with all of us forever, this page is full of people whose lives you touched and changed in so many ways, each one in an individual way. I’m really gonna miss your hugs every one so warm and truly loving. R.I.P Love ya big man.”

Maria Light wrote, “Gary, you were the most loving and fun guy to be around, I still can't believe you've gone. You were a true 1 in a million bloke and will be missed so much by me and a huge number of people.”

Becky Kilgore wrote: “Anyone who was lucky enough to know Gary will know that he was one of the most genuinely nice guys u could meet! He was there for anyone who needed a favour or a shoulder to cry on! you've had a big impact on many peoples lives and will be missed forever! R.I.P.”

Gary leaves behind a widow, Nicky, their son Harry (6), step daughters Michaela (18) and Jenna (17) and his children Liam (19) and Danielle (17).