A family has been left shattered after their mum and dad died just days apart in a devastating double tragedy. Gary and Heidi Veacock, from Exmouth, were "amazing" and "talented" parents , loved one say. Former Royal Marine officer Gary, who had recently retired, died on January 12 from undiagnosed high blood pressure . Paying tribute to her father, Amber Veacock said: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Gary Veacock passed away quite unexpectedly on Monday, January 12, with his