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By: 27th November 2011 at 18:57 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-I can't believe that's he's gone, especially with what the news have said as well, it's a tragedy, really is :(
By: 27th November 2011 at 20:41 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Stunned. Was watching him only yesterday lunchtime on football focus. :(
Condolences to all.
By: 27th November 2011 at 21:02 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-I don't know why he took his own life it seemed to me he had everything to live for. Just shows that you can not go by appearances.
My thoughts are with those he has left behind and I hope they can come to terms with this horrible tradgedy.
By: 28th November 2011 at 12:03 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-I have to agree with Andy, and I follow football with interest.
Mr Speed was a very good footballer, and never in the headlines for anything other than a "positive story", but, with due respect, not a "hero".
I have sympathy for his young children and family, especially having two youngsters of my own, and he must have been in considerable despair, but that is his families concern, not a major news story for days to come.
By: 28th November 2011 at 12:46 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Gary Speed was a well-respected footballer and manager of a national team. He was well-known to millions of people and as such his unexpected and tragic death is bound to be headline news.
Despite what you may think, famous and successful footballers are indeed heroes to many - they were when I was growing up and they are now. Due to their fame, they are important role models; some fall short of the mark but others, like Gary Speed, are looked up to.
Deaths in Afghanistan, while equally as tragic are also less surprising and I mean no disrespect in saying so. It is war and nearly 400 have lost their lives in the conflict but I would never disrespect the deaths of others because I hadn't heard of them.
By: 28th November 2011 at 14:57 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
-Andy I could not agree more with your post. I pray that your son survives unscathed in mind and body and returns safely to you! They are the true heroes with evry footstep they take in that Country!!!!!!
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By: Sgt.Austin - 27th November 2011 at 17:31
I have just heard the incredibly sad news that former footballer and current Wales manager Gary Speed has passed away aged just 42, so young! He leaves a wife and young family.
He was always thought of as a gentleman in the game and had respect from all supporters when he played. I still can't believe it.
My thoughts are with his family and friends.