What a man! Graham was a force of nature and he is greatly missed ❤️

Always remember at primary school and we had to find out something from church ,it was between me and Graham I won he was gutted , just something I always remembered, also going to his house , lovely lad and was lucky to get back in touch a couple of years ago xx RIP Graham xxx

My time in football management with Graham was one of the most special and fantastic I will remember & cherish for the rest of my life. Graham was my colleague, comrade but more than that he was more like a family member along with Anne & Ryan. The triumph's, defeats & draws we shared will always be with us pal. It was my privilege to share the dugout with you and everything you did to make our team the success it became. RIP big man. Mick💔

Shared some great times with Graham at Runcorn AFC sorry I can't be at the funeral but everyone will be in my thoughts Terry Bratt RIP Hilly

Graham and I shared some great times growing up and playing cricket together at Westhoughton CC. I always remember thinking when we were playing that irrespective of the situation, he always seemed to be having more fun than me! I'm really sorry that I can't make the funeral. Love to Anne, Ryan, Iain and Olivia. RIP Graham.

Always wanted the best for his teammates, such a force for good in local football and cricket. RIP Graham. Hutchy

I met the Big fella first day of junior school 1970 in Horwich. Even back then it didn't take long for him to show his talent at all things sport. No need for me to go on about just how good a sportsman he went on to become. A Lion on the field, a cuddly Teddy bear off it. Always courteous, always a big beaming smile when we bumped into each other in the later years. Heaven will benefit from his presence. He'll no doubt be sorting a team out as I type. What more can I say...A Gentleman, nuff said. Till we meet again. Thomas Rotheram.

Graham to me was one of my best ever managers at Hilti. I will never forget the support he gave me both in and out of work, and I owe him so much. I knew how hard he worked, the miles he covered and the sacrifices he made, all to make his team successful - That was Graham always putting others first. Like everyone who knew him, I'm so upset that he is no longer here. RIP Graham and thank you, you were once special guy to me. Stuart Lamb

We will always remember Graham for being a brilliant cricketer & footballer. You were such a caring thoughtful person & you will be sadly missed. You are at peace now Graham & we will never forget you. Angela Andrew & family 💕xxxxxx

Big G the king of grassroots football in this area. Respectful in victory, gracious on the very rare defeats. Giant of a man. Gentle man. From Jon and all at your good friends Egerton u16s with love and strength to Ann, Ryan and family.

My thoughts are with you always . Peaceful onward journey. Nic xx

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