Grande Pablo 109 Posted January 5, 2014 Former Crewe fixture, Eric Barnes http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/Crewe-Alexandra-captain-Eric-Barnes-dies-76/story-20399306-detail/story.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deathray 2,940 Posted January 5, 2014 Doug Ellis - as fit as ever at 90, the bugger http://www.bbc.co.uk...ingham-25587528 He does not look 90 at all. That man's going to be around a while yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grande Pablo 109 Posted January 5, 2014 Alf Duffield - credited with saving Middlesborough from going under in the mid-80's http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/10915042.Former_Middlesbrough_chairman__Alf_Duffield__who_was_in_charge_when_the_club_almost_went_bust__has_died/?ref=rss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Estuarian Float 97 Posted January 8, 2014 Uruguayan footballer Sebastián Ariosa has mediastinal cancer. http://www.infobae.com/2014/01/05/1535060-la-polemica-el-cancer-sebastian-ariosa-sera-llevada-la-fifa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted January 10, 2014 BREAKING Ex Rangers midfielder Ian Redford has died at the age of 53. Police say they've recovered a man's body in a wooded area in Irvine. @RadioClydeNews 19 minutes ago Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Guest Posted January 10, 2014 BREAKING Ex Rangers midfielder Ian Redford has died at the age of 53. Police say they've recovered a man's body in a wooded area in Irvine. @RadioClydeNews 19 minutes ago OMG that is shocking news. He didn't kill himself did he? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIP Wee Jum 1,559 Posted January 11, 2014 R.I.P. Ian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Zorders 1,271 Posted January 11, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Octopus of Odstock 2,184 Posted January 11, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. To be fair to journalists, those words are supplied to them by the police. So it's just a copy & paste exercise from a police statement rather than them thinking we can't cope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magere Hein 1,399 Posted January 12, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. To be fair to journalists, those words are supplied to them by the police. So it's just a copy & paste exercise from a police statement rather than them thinking we can't cope. That's no better as an excuse. Lazy basterds... regards, Hein Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diana rots 24 Posted January 12, 2014 Former England Goalkeeper RAY CLEMENCE tried to kill himself by throwing himself under a bus . . . . . . . . . . . and the bus went under him !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Hack Posted January 12, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. To be fair to journalists, those words are supplied to them by the police. So it's just a copy & paste exercise from a police statement rather than them thinking we can't cope. And more importantly the journalists probably fear a lawsuit if they claim suicide when they've only been presented with "no suspicious circumstances" by the police as they aren't mutually exclusive. Imagine the journo's job prospect if they report "Ian Redford committed suicide" when the truth later turns out to be "Ian Redford collapsed of dehydration." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted January 13, 2014 Ex Leeds skipper Bobby Collins.... From Leeds site We are saddened to announce the passing of our former skipper Bobby Collins. Bobby, 82, sadly passed away at approximately 3.30pm on Monday afternoon following a battle with illness. The Glasgow-born Bobby, who made 167 appearances during a five-year stint at Elland Roadbetween 1962 and 1967, scoring 26 goals, was named Footballer Of The Year in 1965 and was instrumental in the rise of the club during Don Revie's tenure. Bobby, a Scotland international midfielder, was signed by Revie from Everton for £25,000 and after leading the team back to top-flight football in 1964, he almost captained the side to a league and cup double the following season. The midfielder's playing career spanned over two decades and also included spells with Celtic, Bury, Greenock Morton, Oldham Athletic, and Shamrock Rovers. He also had a spell playing and coaching in Australia. Bobby also managed Huddersfield Town, Hull City, and Barnsley, and had two spells coaching with Leeds. Speaking on Monday evening, Bobby's friend and former team-mate, Eddie Gray said: "In my opinion Bobby Collins was probably the most influential player in the history of Leeds United. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him and played with him." Our thoughts are with Bobby's family and friends at this time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest David Posted January 14, 2014 Dr Zorders, when they say no suspicious circumstances they mean it was probably a heart attack or a sudden illness of some sort. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIP Wee Jum 1,559 Posted January 14, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. Somebody said to me today he was found hung. Dunno how true that is though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dead Wait 1,129 Posted January 14, 2014 So....... did he top himself or what? "No suspicious circumstances" seems to have worked itself into the modern journalistic language as a euphemism for that. Because apparently they think people can't handle the word suicide or something..... Not particularly bothered whether he actually did, TBH. I just like complaining about journalists, that's all. Somebody said to me today he was found hung. Dunno how true that is though Well hung? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted January 22, 2014 Georgi Slavkov at 55. Won the European Golden Boot in 1981, including ramming home the winner v barca. http://www.uefa.org/aboutuefa/organisation/history/obituaries/newsid=2046014.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grande Pablo 109 Posted January 22, 2014 Burnley star Arthur Bellamy http://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/10956065.Clarets_legends_pay_tribute_to_Arthur_Bellamy/?ref=rss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grande Pablo 109 Posted January 30, 2014 Gillingham's record goalscorer Brian Gibbs http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway_messenger/news/club-mourns-one-of-its-12049 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Arnaud Posted February 1, 2014 Luis Aragones, former coatch of Spain successful team in 2008 is dead. http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/former-spain-39-euro-2008-winning-coach-aragones-091831438.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Predictor 1,018 Posted February 1, 2014 Luis Aragones, former coatch of Spain successful team in 2008 is dead. http://ca.sports.yah...-091831438.html Oh no! I always admired the fact that he had the guts to omit a national icon (Raul) despite massive criticism. The result? Spain finally won the Euro 2008. RIP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Guest Posted February 1, 2014 Luis Aragones, former coatch of Spain successful team in 2008 is dead. http://ca.sports.yah...-091831438.html Oh no! I always admired the fact that he had the guts to omit a national icon (Raul) despite massive criticism. The result? Spain finally won the Euro 2008. RIP. Yes he had the last laugh.Until today, obviously Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted February 1, 2014 Tony Hateley, the former Liverpool and Aston Villa centre forward has died aged 72... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spade_Cooley 9,502 Posted February 1, 2014 Just realised the irony of Aragones dying on the first day of Black History Month. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted February 1, 2014 Just realised the irony of Aragones dying on the first day of Black History Month. At least they didn't worry about getting a coffin.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites