‘Complex, Charming, Chaotic – My Friend, The Doog’
New Reminiscenses About Fans’ Favourite
June 24, 2007 was a Sunday and my wife Linda and I were looking forward to the arrival of The Doog and his charming partner, Merlyn. I popped out in the morning for last-minute supplies and, on returning, was told by Linda in a trembling voice: “Merlyn’s been on the phone. It’s Derek….he’s had a heart attack.”