Gerry Marsden, Singer In 'Gerry and the Pacemakers', Dies At 78: Reports
LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — Gerry Marsden, a singer in the Merseybeat band Gerry and the Pacemakers, died Sunday, according to published reports. He was 78.
Multiple media outlets reported that Marsden had died, citing a tweet from friend Pete Price, who shared on Twitter:
Rest In Peace Gerry Marsden MBE ???? https://t.co/ftAALhzCSe
— Wattsie Watts (@MsWattsie) January 3, 2021
Other accounts, such as Liverpool FC, and the Metro Mayor of Liverpool, posted condolences upon learning of his death:
It is with such great sadness that we hear of Gerry Marsden's passing.
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 3, 2021
Gerry's words will live on forever with us. You'll Never Walk Alone ❤️ pic.twitter.com/5W4yspmLRV
Gerry's voice accompanied our biggest nights. His anthem bonded players, staff and fans around the world, helping create something truly special ❤️
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 3, 2021
You'll Never Walk Alone ❤️ pic.twitter.com/KE0tjClfqL
I remember phoning Gerry to ask whether he would accept Freedom of the City of Liverpool. He was speechless. He said it was the greatest honour ever bestowed on him.
— Steve Rotheram (@MetroMayorSteve) January 3, 2021
"We know that crying not a bad thing.
But stop your crying when the birds sing".
RIP mate.
YNWA
Gerry and the Pacemakers was known for hits such as "How Do You Do It?", "I Like It," "Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying," "You'll Never Walk Alone" and "Ferry Cross the Mersey."
Marsden is survived by his wife and two daughters.