| Jack Charlton RIP 09:21 - Jul 11 with 111 views | BringBackTheRedRoom |
England World Cup winner and ex-Republic of Ireland boss dies aged 85
Jack Charlton, a World Cup winner with England and former Republic of Ireland boss, has died aged 85.
The former Leeds defender had been diagnosed with lymphoma in the last year and also had dementia.
One of English football's most popular characters, he had spells in charge of Sheffield Wednesday, Middlesbrough and Newcastle.
He led the Republic of Ireland to their first major finals at Euro 88 and the World Cup quarter-finals at Italia 90.
A family statement read: "Jack died peacefully on Friday, July 10 at the age of 85. He was at home in Northumberland, with his family by his side.
"As well as a friend to many, he was a much-adored husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
"We cannot express how proud we are of the extraordinary life he led and the pleasure he brought to so many people in different countries and from all walks of life.
"He was a thoroughly honest, kind, funny and genuine man who always had time for people.
"His loss will leave a huge hole in all our lives but we are thankful for a lifetime of happy memories."
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| Jack Charlton RIP on 12:19 - Jul 12 with 99 views | spell_chekker |
RIP Jack, a colourful character.
He had one or two traits I didn't like but let's just say he was an old school product of his generation. | |
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